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UPDATE: I had the wrong link. it’s fixed now.
There looks to be some parts value. That might be a dec body.
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/4399377017.html
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $2750.
“I have a 1947 jeep willys crawler project I have a body with complete roll cage and custom re enforced frame with dana 44 front and dana 60 in the rear 38×12.5×16.5 super swampers custom power steering pump and mounted on frame tranny and transfer case to a dodge and xtra transfer case to a ford xtra frame for a willys and a dully axle no eng but was going to put an inline six in this would make a great crawler no doubt orig tailgate and grill with waterproof seats to go with. Leaf springs 5in shackle extended ubolt for big lift”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $400. There some value in parts.
“1954 Willy’s 4X4 Pickup. All Original except electrical system which has been converted to 12V / alternator. Project vehicle. Clean non-op CA title. All chrome and lighting has been removed for sanding, but I have it all. Also comes with new gas tank, shocks, muffler, none installed. 5 tires and rims, 4 hold air. Floor boards are shot and 1 small rust hole at body, rear of driver door. $400”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3750.
(03/19/2014) I wonder what that piece of wood sitting in front of the grille is for?
“1952 Willys M38A-1 Army Jeep. This military jeep is very original. Has 4 cyl. engine, 4WD, 24V electrical system, 16 inch wheels with excellent tires, rebuilt fuel tank, new fuel pump, new radiator, new hoses and belts, recent tune-up. Comes with new canvas military seats. Brakes are good, and the engine runs great. Currently registered. Comes with tow bar. $3,750.”
UPDATE: These were listed at $3500 each, but I don’t see that in the description any more.
(02/28/2014) There’s some work to be done, but there’s some value here, too. At least one has three data plates.
“i have 2 1946 CJA jeeps for sale, both have rebuilt engines, complete rebuilt brakes even new rubber hoses
one has a new carb, both start runs and drive real well, good wheels and tires on both, both have had some body work done, both are close to being done and both come with MOST the needed parts to finish.
no tops for either jeep, best to call six zero three 995 680 two. Both sold with bill of sale only . Thanks”
https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/4388017415.html
UPDATE: Was $6700.
I will say the motor fits nicely. But, the resale value would have been far better, and the install price cheaper, if they’d just rebuilt a flathead.
“Restored frame off older restoration. Jeep has all the original appeal with a professional install of a Toyota 20r motor. custom fabricated motor mounts and tranny bell housing. Includes hard to find pto drive (not installed) Sold on a bill of sale already had WSP inspection done and submitted to DOL. Started off life as a farm vehicle never licensed or taken on the road.”
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The Mystery Castle as it appeared in Life Magazine in 1948.
On Sunday we didn’t do a whole lot, which was just fine with us. But, we did have one objective: To visit the Mystery Castle. Located just south of Phoenix, the Mystery Castle was built in the 1930s by Boyce Gulley. While living with his wife and daughter in Seattle, Boyce learned he had tuberculosis and was given six months to live. Without a word to them, he left. After wandering for a year, he discovered he wasn’t going to die. So, he settled down in Phoenix, got some free land south of the city, and built a castle for his daughter. His wife and daughter wouldn’t learn about the castle until after his death in 1945. When they arrived to take possession of the property, they were told that after living there two years, they could open up a mystery door….
On January 1, 1948, Life Magazine was there to cover the opening of the door. You can learn more about what they found by reading the January 26, 1948, issue of Life Magazine.
Here are some photos. You really have to see the place to understand it. If you like rustic and eclectic, this place is a must see:
Following our tour of the house, we got some food and headed for our motel. Tomorrow we will do a few touristy things around Phoenix.
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Derek just posted a great story Sebastian wrote titled “Three Willys Jeeps and 2,500 Miles in Between. It covers his life with jeeps, both in Colombia and in the U.S., and includes lots of great photos.
http://cj3b.info/Owners/Sebastian.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
Not a great photo, but it looks like a real nice jeep.
“Totally restored1947 Jeep CJ2a. Freshly painted, motor and transmission recently rebuilt, new oversized military tires and extra set, new seats, gauges.Many other items replaced. zero miles on rebuild. Jeep needs some easy final touches but I simply don’t have time to use and need tuition money. Comes with unrestored but solid Bantam trailer with matching pintle hitch and a bunch os extra parts, including a full top in great condition. My loss will be your gain. $6000 firm.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
This looks good for the price.
“This is the rare 1953 M38A1 Willys jeep, in Good condition. Original engine and drivetrain. Runs good and has a clear title. This model jeep was the type vehicle used in the Korean war. This is the type vechicle used in the MASH episodes and a real honest to goodness Willys jeep. It was known for being reliable, dependable, and damn near indestructable. Vehicle has been garaged for 10 years, and well maintained.