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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
This looks in good shape, though not 100% original.
“1953 M38A1 willys military jeep. Runs Good,new NDT tires,brake shoes,master cyl,wheel cyls,radiator,mirrow,hood latches some new gauges.Body off reconditioned and painted.CJ5 drive train.Converted to 12v with an alternator.engine previously rebuilt has a tag on it.$5000 OBO”
No pics provided. This one confuses me as the engine bill was paid, yet the seller still has the engine?
“Willys Jeep parts this was a complete jeep it was taken apart to be restored the frame and most of the parts have been wire brushed primed and painted the frame has been primed and painted black , the hood and grill have all been primed with some minor body work needed , the engine has been totally rebuilt with a new clutch and pressure plate bolted on . The body of the jeep is there but not in real good shape but I’m sure it can be fixed , the person restoring this jeep past away unexpectedly his daughter paid the bill on the engine to get it back , the total engine bill was more than the total price now any questions please call or text 270-847-7145”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000
This must be a repro body of some kind. I haven’t encountered too many MB/GPW repro bodies with the tool indents on the passenger side. I wonder if there are any tool indents on the driver’s side?
“1945 Willys CJ2 Jeep
Completely rebuilt, No Rust and No bondo body filler
Rebuild cost $15,000, asking $10,000 or best offer.
Titled, registered, safety sticker, and road Legal.”
I saw the price, saw the picture, and laughed. I hope the seller meant $1000.
“1948 Jeep Willy’s 4×4 in it’s original condition. Still running, needs a little body work and a paint job.”
http://reno.craigslist.org/cto/2837665771.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
“Been in dry storage last 27 years only suface rust on rear fender wells. Is has under coating under body.It has a 283 from an impala.still trhee speed with warn overdrive.”
No pictures. Unclear if this is a dually or not.
“Was running driving 5 yrs ago.6cyl 3 speed flatbed needs little to be road ready again,factory ramsey winch on front,pretty good shape for the age.can send pics via cell have clean title in hand. 2500 obo have 2 others for parts if interested 1-660-221-3439 call or text”
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/2838046997.html
This looks solid, though I suspect the diamond plating might be hiding a few things.
“Original
over drive
runing very well
600 miles
only serious interested
text6024341542”
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/2837553735.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800
(01/01/2012) There looks to be some value here.
“needs work its a project but has good rare m38 tube. buick odd fire 225 and stock running gear. no paper work.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900
(01/30/2012) I believe this is a column shift CJ-2A with a MB/GPW Grille and windshield. The front end is a bit heavy looking.
“Model CJ-2A, Runs And Drives Very Well, Still Has Original Motor, Trans, axles etc.”
After a day down at the Seattle Waterfront, I’m turning in early. However, Roberto forwarded some videos that ought to keep everyone busy until tomorrow’s updates. So, check out the next two posts.
Mitch dropped by my parents’ house tonight to have me sign his book and to chit chat. He told me he isn’t a big reader, but he sat down and read the book in only three sittings. He loved it, which was great to hear, and has a waiting line of people who want to read it. I mentioned that I was thinking about getting a booth at the Moonshiner’s Swapmeet in March (March 11 in Puyallup). He suggested that someone might have an indoor booth they’d like to split or share with me. I figured that was a good idea, so if anyone has a booth at that main hall and wants to split or have me stay there and sign/sell books, let me know. For those that don’t know, the book has some PNW history, racing history, a few jeep trips and more in the book (though it is much more than just about jeeps).
In the meantime, here is Ann and I enjoying the beautiful scenery today (57 degrees and sunny!)
Here is a three part video about the history of the jeep forwarded by Roberto. It was produced by Canada’s History Television and is part of their Turning Points of History series. Though not perfect in its accuracy, such as the clip of Marilyn Monroe in a M-38A1 during a discussion about movie stars and jeeps at the start of WWII, there is some footage I hadn’t seen. This lasts 45 minutes.
Part 1:
Turning Points of History – Man and Jeep – i by canajien
Part 2:
Turning Points of History – Man and Jeep – ii by canajien
Part 3:
Turning Points of History – Man and Jeep – i by canajien
I doubt that everyone will like this movie that Roberto forwarded, but I did.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=moEr8mgJkDQ