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This ad was published in the February 7, 1942, issue of the Saturday Evening Post, pg. 31.
UPDATE: Chief Detective SteveK realized this is actually a CJ-3B. I thought it was a poorly done CJ-3A.
I snagged this 5″x7″ postcard off of Craigslist. For some reason it is depicted with a CJ-3B raised hood bump along the top side of the hood.
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $5000. Lacks front parking lights. Still work to be done (see bottom of post for list).
(03/09/2017) “Selling my 1947 CJ-2A. $9500. Located in Traverse City, MI. Could deliver.
This is a really well cared for, well preserved, near original, unmolested 1947 Willys CJ-2A. This Jeep is not a mint, off-the-assembly-line restoration with new body or panels or filler. Rather my restoration approach was to maintain the history of this jeep by preserving it in its current state, yet making it attractive, safe, and reliable, but still near original condition. This was a farm jeep from Crookston, MN (unverified) and the intent was for that character and history to remain preserved. I’ve owned this jeep for about 8 years. Last major work on it was 5 years ago. Stored indoors.
General notes:
Clean/clear PA title with antique plate.
I believe all numbers match (frame, body, engine) but would need to double check and photograph for proof.
Odometer displays 3x,xxx miles and works
Spent its life as a farm jeep in Crookston, Minnesota (unverified story from seller).
This jeep was a barn find from a widow. Her husband purchased it from the farm and stuck it in his barn in Grand Rapids, MN and left it covered, he then passed years later and the wife decided to sell. Lucky me to find it.
Only body rust holes came from some of the channels that contained wood supports but other than some holes, there is no rot, frame is solid, and there’s no indication it ever saw a road with salt. Two other holes in floor of tub were torched out, likely from the farmer to access the PTO or service/grease drive lines easier. This is part of the character and history I wanted to maintain.
When cleaning it up, I removed corn stalks from the frame, so it was truly a working farm truck.
Near all original preservation with a few safety and convenience upgrades. All components removed come with the jeep as well (e.g., 9” breaks)
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UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/11/2018) Looks in good shape.
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/union-1947-cj2a-willys-jeep/6833061192.html
“1947 CJ2A Willys jeep. Older paint, rebuilt 4 cyl., new brake system with new line kit installed , steering rebuild kit and complete new exhaust system included, new BEST top. Runs great. 5700.00 ”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/11/2019) Might make a good restoration project.
https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/camden-1948-willys-jeep/6836090256.html
“48 Willy’s jeep it’s in great shape for its age very little rust if any at all pto works as it should runs good its running on starter fluid right now may need a fuel pump but it will fire right up an run like a sewing machine and the brakes need attention but it’s a solid restoration project or off-road rig or farm toy ”
Could be worth a look.
https://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/d/halstead-1948-willies-jeep/6835302284.html
“I have a 1948 willys Jeep project for sale has a 1971 Ford pinto engine that has been gone through and built for racing has a racing camshaft for the variable camshaft timing camel hump Pistons and much more”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/19/2017) Looks in good shape. It’s missing drain holes.
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/addyston-1959-willys-cj3b/6823116438.html
“FOR SALE. 1959 Willys CJ3B Jeep. Completely rebuilt 4 cyl original F head engine & transaxle. Includes a new, in the box, tan top, original steel rims and door frames. Plus additional miscellanous parts. Please call or text with any questions or additional details. Thanks for looking.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
(01/21/2019) This might be a good price.
“1966 M151 Army Jeep
Have extra parts. Call Gene.
$5500.00 OBO”
Some better pics would be helpful.
https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/d/hillsboro-1947-jeep-willys/6837840072.html
“Very good condition…running good”
Floors appear patched.
https://greenbay.craigslist.org/cto/d/crivitz-1947-willys-cj2a/6835553445.html
“Good running Willys cj2a. Has L 134 engine. Is converted to 12 volt system. I just put new master cylinder and wheel brake cylinders on so brakes do work. Body is very solid .”
