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USS Alabama Memorial Park Mobile, AL

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UPDATE:  Bob notes the jeep is the museum next to the ship and not inside the ship.

Bob took time during his visit to Alabama to visit the USS Alabama Memorial Park in Mobile, Alabama.  It turns out there’s a jeep in the museum next to this old fighter.  If you have time, you might want to check out this unique opportunity to explore a battleship.

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1952 M-38 PIttsboro, NC eBay

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This looks like a good restoration candidate.

“LOOK CLOSE AT THE PICTURES..MUST BE PICKED UP OR MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR A SHIPPING COMPANY TO COME GET IT ..
I WILL MAKE IT A POINT TO HELP THEM OUT LOADING…LOCATED NEAR 27502 IN NC…
TITLE I HAVE IS A CLEAR NC TITLE ..TITLE NUMBERS MATCH DATA PLATE ON DASH …
GENTLEMAN I BOUGHT IT FROM SAID HE DID NOT TOUCH THE ENGINE NOR DID I….
RUNS STOPS FINE SHIFTS GREAT DOESNT POP OUT OF 2ND,,ALL LITES WORK..
SERIAL NUMBER ON DATA TAG & TITLE ARE 66401 THIS IS A 1952 MODEL
ENGINE NUMBER ON BOSS IS STATED MC 76984..APPEARS TO BE NO TOUCHED OR REBUILT
DOES NOT SMOKE RUNS LIKE A TOP..I ALSO HAVE AN ORIGINAL M38 HOOD THAT WILL GO WITH THIS ..MORE PICTURES ON REQUEST
CARRYS 50 PLUS OIL PRESSURE..THIS IS A 12 VOLT SYSTEM..BRING CASH !!”

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1950 M-38 Orange Park, FL **SOLD**

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UPDATE: Was $3995. **SOLD**

The steps look like they are longer than they should be.

“Jeep runs and drives but needs work to be streetable, was used for off road only. Solid body, has great potential for restoration. Presumed to be an amphibian at one point but has been changed over from a 24 volt to 12 volt system. Jeep has a clear title. Per previous owner…Willys VIN #’s were traced to San Diego being owned by an military officer and use in the Korean war. For more information please see contact information below.”

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1952 M-38 Irma, WI $11,900

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UPDATE:  Still Available

(09/24/2012) This has some minor upgrades and a few other changes.

“Rare find. Restoration just finished. Absolutely no rust through repair anywhere with one exception. Stainless steel plate welded into floor pan under where original gas tank trapped moisture / minor pin hole corrosion. Engine disassembled, tolerances checked, valves ground. New water pump, starter, generator, gages, fuel pump, gas tank. Converted to 12V. New axel seals, front and rear. All components of steering system rebuilt including gear box. Seats restored with original material and stainless steel hardware. New exhaust system. Completely revised and upgraded brake system. 11″ self adjusting drums, rear. 1/2 ton chevrolet truck front disk brakes with heavy duty rotors and adjustable proportioning valve. Modern duel reservoir master cylinder.”

http://wausau.craigslist.org/cto/3525525446.html

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1952 M-38 Terry, MS **SOLD**

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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was on eBay

“What you are looking at is an original 1952 Willys M38 (MC) military Jeep. This Jeep was used during the Korean war era. It was a Barn Find! I found this Jeep in a country barn back in the woods of Florence, MS. I am the second owner of this Jeep. The Jeep has been motor-pool restored and is in near perfect condition. It is all original with original 24 volt system. Correct lighting including blackout. I installed a left hand tail light on the right side to make it easier for other drivers to see for safer driving. Drives great. No bondo. All metal. Original bows and all. Fuel gauge is not operational and needs windshield wiper blades. Four wheel drive works as it should! It could use new tires. NDCC military non-directional tires can be bought from generation jeep’s web site for $80 a tire and the spare on the Jeep is ok. It currently has coop grip spurs on the original Willys rims. Clear title. It is a hop in and go original piece of U.S. history. All you see on the Jeep goes with the Jeep. I will repair anything that may need replacing for a 6 month period as long as the Jeep and the parts to make the repair are both brought to me to do so.”

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1950 M-38 Woods Cross, UT eBay

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No pics provided on eBay.

“THE FRAME AND ENGINE HAVE BEEN REBUILT. THE ENGINE HAS NEW VALVES, RINGS AND BEARINGS. THE FRAME HAS BEEN COMPLETELY REBUILT. IT HAS BEEN SANDBLASTED, THEN PRIMED AND PAINTED WITH RUST RESISTANT PAINT. IT HAS BEEN REIFORCED BY REWELDING ALL OF THE WELD POINTS. IT HAS ALL NEW BRAKES, MASTER CYLINDER, WHEEL CYLINDERS, BRAKE LINES. THE WHEEL BEARINGS HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND NEW OIL SEALS. THE STEERING BOX HAS BEEN REBUILT WITH REBUILT LINKAGE. THE TIE RODS, ARMS AND LINKAGE ARE ALL NEW. THE CLUTCH PALTE AND CLUTCH ARE IN GREAT CONDITION. CALL COREY @ 801-638-2447”

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1951 M-38 Wyalusing, PA eBay

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UPDATE:  This is back on eBay

(12/20/2012) It’s rough.

“1951 Willys M-38. Runs, drives. Holds antifreeze, 40# oil pressure. Has no brakes.
Body is very repairable, Exterior and floors have some rust through. NOT terminal by any means!
I’m not sure the motor is original military, but it is an L-134. There is no S.N. on the front of the motor.
Mileage is unkown, gauges are broken
I think the hood and grill are civilian. I have an M38 grill that will go with the Jeep.
The top is a military aluminum ” Arctic Top”.
Frame and running gear are military.
Clean Pennsylvania title in my name.
Jeep must be picked up or you arrange shipping.”

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1951 M-38 Ocean Shores, WA $3500

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UPDATE:  Price dropped to $3500.

(09/15/2012) This looks like a solid jeep for the price.  It appears to have a Bobcat hood.

“great toy call 425 466 9886 for details”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/3510037929.html

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1952 M-38 Red Feather Lakes, CO $5400

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This looks pretty good for the price.

“This is a 1952 M38 Willys (Korean war) Jeep. It has a 4cyl willys motor that runs just fine. It does need the canvas top and rear seat, and needs the origional steering wheel. The pictures show the vehicle quite well. This vehicle has some good history behind it. I will include the shop and parts manuals, both in hard copy. I will also include some Korean War field equipment (see photo). Bumper markings are (2nd Infantry Division that was in Korea in 1952. Please no tire kickers, or offering to trade. I am not in a hurry to sell and would like to sell it to someone who will complete the restoration with pride. It is a great jeep for parades and special events.”

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/3507639510.html

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1952 M-38 Hermosa Beach, CA eBay

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UPDATE:  This is back on eBay

(11/10/2012) This looks real nice.

“Up for auction is my 1952 unrestored, all original, M38 Willys Army Jeep. Yes, unrestored, all 100% original rare barn find. I have had this M38 for about 1 1/2 years now. This M38 was hidden under tarps and a carport for years! I can not tell you the history of the last 60 years other than what I have done to it to get her running! There are rebuild/service tags still on the M38 from the late 50s and early 60s! So with that being said, here are the thing I had to do to make sure she was 100% road worthy!

New water pump; (2) New batteries; Radiator checked, pressure tested and new filler neck; gas tank- brand new NOS original I had; brakes- all new shoes, lines, wheel cylinders, hoses, fittings, master cylinder; exhaust- after market new pipes and muffler (it needed a muffler more than anything, but I still have the original exhaust which will be included with the M38); transmission- all new fluid, pressure plate and clutch, gaskets; transfer case- inspected, looks great; both axles- new seals, gaskets, fluid, both in great condition; new knuckle front seals; all new 24v bulbs; one new drivers side headlight; tires- are original (4) Cooper Cross Country military tires (50% tread left still); spare tire- Denman original (New, never seen pavement or dirt); I’m sure I’m leaving something out, but please ask me.

Now, about the motor! After 2 months of working on the above mentioned list, I started the M38 up. It ran good, but not great. Because of the motor sitting so long, it has valve lash. I pulled the motor, went to get a valve job, but instead decided to rebuild the entire motor. So, the motor is entirely rebuilt with brand new everything!! Only 225+/_ miles on the motor since Feb., 2012! It was professionally done and have ALL receipts! Everything on the motor itself has been cleaned, repainted. Carb- rebuilt, new gaskets and cleaned. Distributor- new cap, points”

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