This looks nice, it’s cleaned and painted with some care.  But . . . here’s my thing . . .I guess when someone describes a jeep as “museum quality” and “pristine condition” I have certain expectations (despite some of the poor museum jeeps we’ve documented herein).  So, if his were my museum piece, the lettering would be different on the hood (not marked 52-m38A1), the engine parts would not be all painted like they are here, and the steering column wouldn’t be off color (unless that’s a color option I didn’t know about).  It also appears this should have the hinged grille, but the hinges are missing.

” This Jeep is in pristine condition and has been restored to museum quality inside and out by the Armed Forces History Museum.  It includes a non-functional removable 30 caliber machine gun.”

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.

(10/21/2012) This is a nice looking, early M-38A1 with the hinged grille.

“1953 Jeep M38 A1 Military, Same as CJ5, engine, axles, wiring, paint and interior all rebuilt to original, Fun toy, 4-wheel drive,”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

This is a no reserve auction.  It’s not perfect, but appears solid.

“We bought this Willys from the US Forrestry Department and painted it Army green. It runs great and is as solid a Jeep as you will find. When it was painted, there was absolutely NO rust repair. We’ve used it in a couple of parades and has sat in the barn now for five years. My wife says I’ve got to clean out the barn and and get rid of items I don’t use. It was fun to own but needs to go to someone who will appreciate it better.

I’m offering this for sale on ebay only and will not sell it outside the auction. We have a shipping company and can arrange shipping in an enclosed trailer for a fee. E-mail me your zip code for a shipping estimate. The spare tire is the original tire and I bought a new spare tire mount but never installed it. I’ll put a new battery in the Jeep when it sells. Good luck and thank you for viewing my auction.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $19,500.

Mark listed this nice M-38A1 at sellajeep.com.

“Very Rare M38A1 Early Production 1952 Army Jeep with a Rare Military Issue 100 Amp Auxiliary Generating System

Completely restored to its original condition from the ground up!!”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.

It need some hat channel work, but looks good otherwise.

“1952 M38A1 Willys Jeep military Jeep.. Not hacked or butchered / civilianized. Still 24 Volt with 2 batteries. Rebuilt motor. Runs perfect. Has some of the typical rust / rot in hat channels. Not quite up to motor pool specs but fine for riding around / mil vehicle shows / parades. Has original siren, radio rack, convoy light. bridge plate, tow rope, and front lock out hubs. I have new Jeep panels plus side / rocker panels, gas tank tub replacement sheet metal. Has winter top with doors and side curtains. Currently registered used / driven on a regular basis for shows and parades. Like the hot rod Lincoln , the brakes are good and the tires fair. Looking to get $6500 which is fair for its condition and with all the accessories. Send e-mail for any questions or to set up appointment to see / drive vehicle. May be open to swap towards WW2 Dodge WC/ Command Car or MB / GPW Jeep. Send photos of what you have and what your thinking.”