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Listed as a 1955, this has the hinged grille and front-fenders-with-angle-joint, suggesting it is a 1952 or early 1953.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/kelso-1955-willow-jeep/7620305170.html
“M38a1 military jeep no seats bone stock 24v electrical. Passenger floor needs patch. Broken piston. No title. $1200”
This early M-38A1 seems worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/623502372548582
“1952 Willy’s Jeep all stock 4 cylinder not a bad little stock Jeep needs brakes $3500 obo or trade?”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was auctioned for $21,000 on Bring-A-Trailer.
“This 1952 Willys M38A1 is finished in drab green with US Army-style graphics over khaki canvas upholstery and is powered by a 134ci inline-four mated to a three-speed manual transmission and a dual-range transfer case. Features include a beige canvas soft top, 15″ steel wheels, a Jerry can mount, a water fording system, and a 24-volt electrical system. The truck is said to have been refurbished under prior ownership and was acquired by the seller in early 2022. Subsequent work reportedly involved rebuilding the carburetor, flushing the fuel system, and installing a deep water valve system in addition to replacing the voltage regulator, ignition wires, springs, and front tie rods. This M38A1 is offered with miscellaneous manuals, a storage bag, partial service records, and a clean Arizona title in the seller’s name.”
Seems worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1168033583884363/
“Have these 2 Jeep’s One was running 1955 has the title and original paper work the other one 1959 is just for extra parts asking 6000 obo Have more pictures upon request”
Bill shared this M-38A1. It’s claimed the jeep only has less than 2500 miles. This does not appear to have the correct rear bumper for a USMC (see this pic that shows a USMC bumper: https://www.m38a1.com/images/models/USMC/USMC12.jpg)
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“1952 M38A1 USMC Jeep. NEVER RESTORED. Originally headed for Korea but Marines cancelled so it was sold off the dock at Alameda. A coat of Forest Green paint was applied and it was sold to civilians. You can still see USMC and number under paint. Always stored indoors, never driven on dirt. Only 2438 original miles. All original including canvas and tires. Shovel has never shoveled dirt. 24-volt system. A few dings, as seen in the photos. Extra, new, transmission as well as river fording snorkel included. Runs great. Steering a little loose and brakes soft.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $10,000.
Looks in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/944011369955063\
“1953 M3A1 Jeep.‘Original metal, seems to have been repainted at some point. Starts and drives great”
Andy shared this find, which was previously listed in 2019. It’s an M-38A1 with an extended rear. We’ve seen a few of these over the years, but I don’t have much history about them. The half top looks like a sears branded one.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/117739094619754/
“This is not a CJ6! This is extend behind the rear wheel like a scrambler. It is a super rare military Jeep that even most military Jeep enthusiasts know nothing about. I put the cj5 half cab on it but it can be easily removed. The engine ran but hasn’t for years now. The floorboards were very rusted and have been cut out to be replaced. I have a military tub with great flooring to go with it that needs to be welded in. This would be a great project that would be well worth the effort because of the rarity of this Jeep. Call me at 54zero 66four39two 3 and I can give you more info about it. Last picture is of another one like it”
This has an unusual paint scheme.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1538083753329496
“1955 Willys M38A1 ex military, very little rust in the floor boards. Over 6500 in receipts for recent upgrades including, wrangle spring conversion, knuckle joints, bearings, brakes, fuel tank, etc. Removable tin top, Jeep brand , doors are include not shown. Starts and runs great, awesome condition for restoration or use as it.”
Bill shared this project.
“1954 Military M38A1 Jeep Restoration Project. That needs restoration It has 95% of the original parts and has not been modified It is original I beleave as issued This vehicle sat outside for awhile and the condition supports this. I was going to do a motor pool restoration but health and age I was unable to finish When I got the vehicle the engine was stuc. I freed up the engine and put new rings in it The old paint was partially removed and was repainted The following new parts were installed: 4 shocks, 4 wheel cyl. and hoses, master cyl, 5 new inner tubes repro gas tank and pickup, set of used military radios rebuilt fuel pump and oil lines.
Bill spotted this M-38A1 with a seemingly random price choice. There seems to be some potential here.
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“1955 M38A1 Willys Military JEEP
Restoration started
Floor has been completely fiber glassed
New carburetor, fuel tank, brake and fuel lines, black out head light, dash has been replaced with a rust free replacement
New paint job (not professionally done) but still good on the Jeep.
Engine ran up until the Jeep was disassembled for restoration.
New wiring harness for the head lights.
Comes with extra parts
Front seat cushions (old) and rear seat frame included.
Health issues ended the restoration and forced the sale”
Bill spotted this one. It appears to have a 1955 or 1956 CJ-5 chassis (reversed front springs and has a PTO bar setup in the back), but with an M-38A1 body (though the grille is CJ).
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“M38A1 ✧ MILITARY ARMY JEEP ✧ GREAT FOR REPAIR OR RESTORATION ✧ NEEDS WORK. I don’t know much more, I think it’s a 1955”
Here’s another Fresno jeep with a Muller top.
https://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/d/fresno-1953-m38a1-willys-jeep/7591424990.html
“53 Willys M38-A1 Military Gunner Jeep. This model has the highly desired heavy duty turret frame because they were often used with a tripod mounted 50 caliber machine gun.
This Jeep now sports a ’69 Chevy 327 V-8 engine w/overdrive, 4-stick shifts (4-speed, 2wd-4wd, Hi-Lo, Overdrive), power steering, power brakes, Warn Locking hubs all around so you can tow it free-wheeling. Two Heaters. An extra external radiator fan. Two gas tanks. New modern fuse box built into custom glove box.
Also includes soft side windows and doors (not shown), roll bar, tow bar, trailer hitch.
Front winch and wipers are not hooked up.”
