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It needs work.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/for/d/citrus-heights-1962-willys-m38a1/7300221852.html
“1962 Willys jeep M38A1. It was a military jeep, still has original motor, transmission exc. motor runs, just needs a few things. Breaks aren’t bolted in right so it will need to be towed. I bought it with the intention of restoring it but its just too much of a project for me to take on at the moment. These are super rare to come by, i also have doors and half doors.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(11/13/2020) Mark spotted this modified 3B with what I think is an M-38A1 rear body (has military gas tank). Has rear PTO and gearbox.
https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/d/spartanburg-willys-cj-3b-jeep-1960/7297454116.html
“Vintage Collectible CJ-3B Willys Farm Jeep with PTO. (Power Take Off)
This is partially restored.
Following has been replaced new: tires, radiator, wiring harness, alternator, ignition wires, brakes, rear main seal, overhaul gasket set, horn, switches. All purchased paperwork along with owners manual and service manual.
Have some other new items such as all shifter boots, battery case holder and misc that are included.
This farm jeep runs great and is a rare find.”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
Bill shared this M-38A1 for sale. The seller doesn’t note it, but the bumpers suggest this to be the USMC variant. This also has the Selector-Style Free-Lock branded hubs. It’s the first time I’ve seen that style of Selector branded Free-Lock (the others I’ve seen have been the more squat version and/or the more polished version).
“This is a 1953 M38A1 jeep that I did a full frame off restoration and engine rebuild. The horn does not work. Drives well. New canvas seats. Low miles on almost new tires. Clear Iowa Title.”
The seller will sell all the jeeps for $7900. I’ve only posted on pic for each jeep. The pics on Facebook are not in the order described by the seller.
“I am selling off a portion of my Jeep/Willys collection. These are multiple projects that I’ve acquired. Typically, I had to buy everything to get the pieces I need.
Pictures 1-5: Late 70’s cj5 and a 57 Willys. No title on 70’s but 57 has a clean title non op in my name. 57’s body is beat. Tons of parts included $4000 for both
Pictures 6-9: 1947 Willys with v8 and early 50’s Willys with I6. 47 has a clean title non op in my name but the body is rusted. 50’s has no title but body is in much better shape. Both have overdrives. No idea on running condition. $2200 for both Pictures
Pictures 10-13: 1953 M38a1 with data plates and vin on dash and hardtop & doors. Never been registered. 1958 cj5 in pieces, but I have a clean title non op in my name. Wheels not included. $2700 for both. FB limits my post, so I can’t give all necessary info. Each package has tons of parts included. Spare engines, axles, body parts, etc. All prices are firm.
This has an unusual data tag. As best as I can tell, this jeep is an M-38A1 “D”, at least based on m381.com page’s reference to the XM28 tag (see comparison tag here). This may have been one of the last converted M-38A1s into a “D” variant, given only approximately 50 were converted at the Detroit Arsenal.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/142356480990269
“Very old military Jeep serial number 51 call or text”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
Jeff spotted this M-38A1 at auction. It has a couple days left of bidding. It lacks an engine and a title.
UPDATE: Joe-in-Mesa shared this pic of Ronald Reagan driving Mikhail Gorbachev around his ranch in his beloved Jeep Scrambler. The image was part of a Calendar his parents had.
Four Wheeler Magazine has a collection of photos showing both his CJ-6 and his CJ-8 Scrambler. Not shown in the Four Wheeler pics, but shown at the bottom, is the M-38A1 purchased by the Secret Service.
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Originally Posted November 12, 2020: The CJ-3B
A recent post highlighted Presidents and Jeeps. Included was a stock photo showing Ronald Reagan in his late model CJ-3B:
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Originally Posted March 30, 2016: The CJ-6
Former President Ronald Reagan’s CJ-6 was awarded national historic status in 2016 when it was placed on the National Register of Historic Vehicles. You can learn more here: https://www.hagerty.com/drivers-club/my-garage/78598943/national-historic-vehicle-register/a5c43c08-c897-4387-9edd-a9ffe6df3180
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Originally Posted May 10, 2013: This M-38A1 was for sale for $50,000 in 2010.
Well, if you are looking for a special Jeep for your collection and you love Presidential Stuff, then this is the jeep for you. Ronald Reagan’s personal M-38A1 which he owned from 1982 – 1996, before donating it. It’s now in the hands of a collector who wishes to sell it.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
It’s still a project.
“This is a 1950’s Jeep Rat Rod Project, I just lost interest in working on it. Their is a ton of metal fab, frame is custom. Small Block chevy 350 rebuilt with a turbo 350 trans rebuilt, brand new wheels and tires 33/12.50/18 and a ton of other parts. Please let me know what you think I am open to trades.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Seems like a good price.
“1953 M38A1 former military Jeep. Mostly original. In storage, needs work. Texas titled and registered (expired reg.)
Restorable. May or may not run with fresh batteries and gas. As-Is. I have owned it for 35 years.”
