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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200
I can’t tell how much rust there is.
“1955 JEEP M38A1 MILITARY,,NEEDS WORK !!RUST AREAS,,ENGINE,TRANSMISSION GOOD,,$2200..OBO,,NO EMAILS ANSWERED.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
(04/10/2013) I can’t tell if it includes the trailer or not.
“1953 Willy’s M-38A1 jeep in great condition had minor resteration done about a year and a half ago with outside paint no rust stored inside its whole civilian life runs and drives great has 5 newer NDT’s has the complete Arctic kit with the hard top 24v gas heater and canvas grille cover asking $10,500 make me an offer it has a clean title and is registered historical I am selling it because I never drive it and need the garage space may consider a trade for a dodge M-37 M-43 or an early bronco or pre67 VW or a pre 75 big-rig like a Peterbuilt,Kenworth or something along those line”
The M-170 runs.
“ok i have 2 army jeeps the first jeep is an m38a1 its a 1954 it does run its the red one with white hood and I started restoring it but don’t have time to finish it needs work AND I HAVE THE TITLE! the second is a 1954 m170 front line field ambulance they are very rare I have been torn about keeping or selling this but im headed off to colledge and my parents said it has to go or they are scraping it while im gone so please save them. I HAVE THE TITLE FOR THIS ONE TOO!!!! this one runs is still military 24 volt has some rust in the tub but runs fine included in this is all the spare jeep parts I have including 2 gascan holders spare motor mounts and spare suspention bars a few other odds and ends both steering wheels are probly a 7 or 8 out of ten i have to get them gone i love them but i cant see them crushed i want 1150 for the m38a1 and 1750 for the m170 sadly i don’t have the ambulance parts i may be willing to negotiate the price if truly interested and you will have to come pick them up i don’t have a trailer you can reach me at (803) 730 55 one seven i prefer text.”
http://columbia.craigslist.org/cto/4251640104.html
UPDATE: **Status Unknown**. Was listed at $4500.
(12/13/2013) Looks good for the price.
“Hello all I have a very nice and very collectable 1953 Military M38A1 up for sale. It was used for display and parades for years. I have had it in storage for the last year but it is a great jeep.
If you have any questions please contact me at two one 0 three two six 0 six four nine.”
No pics provided.
“This is a pretty clean, running and mostly original jeep. It is currently titled and ready to drive.I will be able to show this weekend.I do not have pictures”
Motor has seized.
“I’m selling my 1953 Willy’s jeep, body and drive train are on outstanding condition. The only problem with the Willy’s is that it needs a motor rebuild. Comes with two motors, two trans, two tranfercases. I payed 6,000 for the jeep, taking 2,000 off for the seized motor. Great deal! Please only respond if truly interested. I bought the xtra motor to fix this one. The trans and transfercase are exra. The reason for the engine problems was the oil pick up was clogged and I seized a rod to crank. I do not want to get rid of the beautiful pice of American history but my family come first. Please call me at 9896154327.”
http://centralmich.craigslist.org/cto/4179686068.html
UPDATE: Was $7000. **SOLD**
Looks like a solid M-38A1.
“This is an awesome Jeep. Purchased in 2005 from a gentleman in Massachusetts. This Jeep has always been garage kept. It has a title and was appraised for $8,500 in 2005. There are 45,000 miles on the engine and very little rust on the body. This vehicle runs well and the 4 wheel drive, works perfectly. The original 24 volt system remains and has a floor board start (no key). Very few modifications have been made to this Jeep and it shows well as is or can be brought up to show quality with little work. The gentleman I purchased from did add an overdrive gear which allows the Jeep to reach higher speeds. There are some minor “dings” in the body, but overall is in very good condition. Lights and electrical system are fully functional; turn signals added for street driving. This Jeep also has a heater!”
This runs and drives.
“M38A1 Willys Jeep. Runs and drives good but needs some work on the brakes. Would make a great deer lease vehicle. Rust is minimal and would be a good restore vehicle if you decided to go that route. I need it gone due to other projects.
Would be interested in trading for a Miller Mig or Tig welder.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4800.
(10/04/2013) It doesn’t have a motor, but it does have a unique look to it with the colors and stripes.
“1953 M38A1 excellent rolling chassis. Has no motor in it but everything else is there.Body and frame are in excellent conditions, has a 1989 jeep tilt steering column, 4″round rollbar cage and 10″chrome wheels & 31×10.5R15 tires”
No pics provided.
“This is a pretty clean, running and mostly original jeep. It is currently titled and ready to drive.I will be able to show this weekend.I do not have pictures.”