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This might be worth a look.
“I have a 1953 willys M38A1 up for sale for $5000. It has a freshly rebuild motor and is mostly stock. It does need a little tlc, it drives now but will need a little work before it is road ready. ”
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/4303305940.html
UPDATE: **SOLD* Was $1000.
There’s some value here. Needs a variety of parts though.
“WILLY’S M38A1..1953 ..NO ENGINE,TRANS OR TRANSFER CASE. I HAVE IDAHO TITLE IN MY NAME..MOSTLY COMPLETE.DASH NOT CUT UP..ORIGINAL WINDSHIELD WITH ELECTRIC WIPERS. ORIGINAL RIMS WITH SPARE AND 5 GALLON CAN MOUNTED. HAS 3 SEAT FRAMES ONLY WIYETH GOOD GAS TANK AND CAP.HAS BUMPERETTES AND A PINTLE HOOK IN REAR..FRONT BUMPER IS STRAIGHT AND GRILL IS GOOD.HAVE X MEMBER FOR TRANS AND HEADLIGHT BUCKETS ALSO 5;38 GEARS WITH A 44 REAR AND A 25 FRONT.HAS BEEN SAND BLASTED LAST YEAR AND PARKED INSIDE..RESTORE OR A GOOD START FOR A ROCK CRAWLER…1000.00”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price
Here’s an unusual setup.
“Owned by a local irrigation district and used to haul concrete to canal since the 60’s. Back has been cut out to allow dump to operate and passenger seat is gone so dump parts could be placed there, Engine does not appear to be original but runs and was maintained but needs a good tune up. Spent 200 on rebuilding dump so I could haul concrete threw narrow openings and haul rocks. Have not used it since I rebuilt it but did try it a few times. Dents from years of abuse. Original stars. No data plates or title. Irrigation district lost title and some dumb deputy told them to sell it to get a salvage only paperwork. Tried to explain to them what they did but they were not getting it. Said this is fine since it was told to them by a deputy. I do have a bill of sale. And if you can get them to understand great. Does have numbers on frame. I wanted to trade it for a Minelab metal detector or a White Detector and probe and hoops worth about 1500. ie: a V3i white or Minelab Safari. Might have tail light covers and a few smalls that go with the M38A1. (Triangle on back not included)”
Both run.
“WTS: 2 M38A1s
1954:
Excellent condition with almost rust free tub( only 1 spot about the size of a 1/3 of a dollar bill).
Runs like a sewing machine
Ex-Civil Defense jeep
24 volt
Original lights work
Very nice original military jeep
VERY EASY RESTORATION
1952:
Very early M38A1 (data plate indicates 126th M38A1 built)
Tub needs some work
Engine runs
converted to 12 volts
Call Jason at 404-665-6411 for more info or to schedule a visit to see.
Can deliver within 200 miles of 30319 for 1.00/mile”
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/4297299233.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
“It appears pretty solid and complete. I believe this was recently painted. (Here’s an earlier version before the paint)
“1952 M38A1 4×4 Military Jeep”
This has the hinged grille, so likely an early M-38A1.
“I have an old military jeep that I have already stripped down to the frame ready for restoration, I would rather see it go to someone who has the time and knowledge to restore it back to original condition. Does have title but the title says it’s a 58, It does not have vin plate on the dash, It needs very little parts, body is in good condition, very little rust. Asking $800,or will do partial trade. 5&o_77five-79&&”
http://texoma.craigslist.org/cto/4294835313.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8400.
“This is an original unmodified military M38a1. (the civilian version was the Cj5)
Runs well. Less than 5,000 miles on rebuilt engine. Stops straight.
Registered. Clean title.
Has original data plates (indicates serial number/date of delivery).
Body is original. No body rot. No additional welding or cutting to the body anywhere. Nothing has been modified, with the exception of added turn signals, third brake light and the Warn all speed overdrive. (That’s an overdrive for each gear….nice to have since these military Jeeps from that era were geared a bit low).
The electrical system is correct at 24v along with the correct distributor, voltage regulator and generator. Springs are original.
Original/stock rims and NDCC tires. Not lifted.
Has 3 year old canvas winter top, no side curtains or doors included.
Has correct pintle trailer hitch.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5700
(01/07/2014) This M-38A1 has a few drive train upgrades.
“1952 willys jeep m38-A1, 327 engine, muncie 4 speed,clean professional installation and wiring [no quick connectors,power steering with saginaw box, power brakes [recent brake job] new tires, steward warner gauges, painted top to bottom military green when engine was out, excellent cond.”
Here’s a good story about a young Teen named Ben Zenger reported in the Winston-Salem Journal on Wednesday. At 9 years old he decided he wanted a jeep. He saved up his own money and, with his parents approval, bought one: A 1954 M-38A1 that needs some work. Check out all the information at the website:
http://www.journalnow.com/journal_west/news/article_cf32fbc0-bba9-50ce-ba50-21335c96816d.html
I did have a video below, but it auto-started with commercials, so here’s a still of Ben instead. Go to the website to see the video.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200.
The M-38A1 runs.
“1945 Willie CJ2. 1955 Willie CJ5. Titles for both. 1955 runs, shifts, stops. Complete but not together. Hard top available. New radiator, gas tank, steering wheel. 1945 not so much. Two windshields, four fenders, extra stuff. The pair and not separable. Call evenings and speak loud and slow to recorder.”
