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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9000
No perfect, but looks solid.
“Willy s jeep ford jeep 1942 original ford body jeep
Runs drives stops shifts all as it should no excuses
Good tires
Not made of binding
Good title
New battery
9000. 00 obo”
UPDATE: Price now $8500 (Previously, there was no price). Status Unknown.
“Additional photos and information upon request. Price negotiable. Below Jeep shown in Memorial Day Parade 2010.”
The body of this Jeep is in excellent condition. Engine was rebuilt by excellent mechanics. Water pump is not new but appears to be fine. New thermostat, new starter, generator checks good, new radiator and belts, new springs for a slightly softer ride, transmission and rear-end rebuilt – new seals, etc., new wheel bearings and seals, new tie-rod joints, etc, all lights work except right tail light (have not checked out problem), new wiring harness, 24 volt system.
ISSUES: Carburetor air-wrong pipe between carburetor and air cleaner, grill needs to be adjusted to be vertical, fuel gauge doesn’t work – could be gauge or fuel-sending unit in gas tank (new fuel-sending unit on hand), temperature gauge – installed a new sensor in engine block but it still doesn’t work…gauge? sensor?, Amp meter gauge doesn’t work., 3 data plaques need to be attached (plaques and drive rivets on hand), Brakes-everything is new or rebuilt – new brake lines, new brake master cylinder, new brake cylinders, drums radius ground but still brakes are not as good as they should be – glazed? Hard linings?, Lights – right tail light is not working, Engine timing needs check, Carburetor low speed adjustment needs check, New windshield wiper motors installed but wiper is inoperative – should check valve and connections-could be vacuum pump-may need rebuilt kit?, New tires but wrong size…7:00-16 should be 6:00-16, two small holes in seat covers – daughter stood on seats with high heels during Veterans Day parade-bad move -otherwise all seats are new, emergency brake works but not correctly-wrong brake cable, horn is hooked up but honks constantly-short?, no top canvas or side curtains, I have the 2 original doors but canvas needs replacement. Mileage: 200 miles since rebuild.
Note: I started the project in 1993, to build the M38. I acquired a 1952 CJ5 that had a near perfect body and modified by adding the battery box in the cowl and adding all the hardware to make it identical to a military Jeep. Bought and had a top-noch rebuild on an original engine. Purchased new or very good original accessories such as starter, generator, etc, new paint and markings of the Jeep I used in the Korean War. If the issues I’ve listed were addressed, the Jeep should be identical to a true military issued vehicle. I used the CJ5 Title to license as an antique vehicle.
These sold quickly. The were priced at $525.
“These Military 16in Rims came on my CJ3a. I had them sandblasted and annodized Black. They had some rust so there is a bit of pitting but they are awesome. I was going to put them on my Willys CJ2a but decided the money could be best used else where. My loss is your gain!! These Are VERY RARE and hard to find someone who will part with them if you can even find them! I also have the Tubes that go with them (around $80). Check the pictures out and ask any questions. They have the 5 bolt pattern that fits willys and clears the hubs.”
It runs and drives.
“1946 Willys CJ2A. Runs and drives and 4wd works. Flat head 4 cylinder and 3 speed. All original. Clear Arkansas title. Has some rust and needs new battery. $2200.00 OBO. No Trades. Email me.”
http://littlerock.craigslist.org/cto/3764824408.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
I thought the canopy was interesting. I can’t tell if this runs.
“for sale is a 1957 willys pick up good clean title asking 3000.00”
UPDATE: Back on eBay
(04/19/2013) Not perfect, but runs and drives.
“This 1947 Willy’s Jeep has a lot to offer. The mechanical aspects of the jeep are in great working order. The engine starts easily and performs normally, the transmission shifts normally; the transfer case and four-wheel drive components perform normally. The body is in above average condition but has had some previous patching. The paint I would classify as weak and to make it really nice would need to be sandblasted and repainted. The winch functions normally and has easy inside controls. The tires are in good condition and should provide a lot of great service.”
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It’s been in storage 25 years. Looks like a good project.
“1954 Willys M381 A1 Jeep. Ser No: 73321 Date del 3/54. Completely stock & original (except for a 1960’s re-paint to red). All gages are nice. Frame is nice. Tub is decent/workable. Original seats & floormats still in place. Comes with soft-top. Just out of 25yrs of storage / I have made no attempt to start it (24V). $1,600/best cash offer. Please call 207 450 6184. Thank you”
http://maine.craigslist.org/cto/3766508272.html
This needs rewiring. Unclear what else it needs. Given the gas container on the bumper, it might need gas tank work.
“military willys from down south. all new drums,shoes,wheel cylinders, and master cylinder. front kingpin bearings replaced and everything was repacked with grease. very complete. changed all fluids. have running and have drove down the road. at the point it could be repainted or drive as it is. lights areunhooked but can be hooked back up. guages need to be rewired. call for more info or to see it in person. 810-95six-285six”
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/cto/3765687455.html
UPDATE: Back on eBay. Also on Craigslist.
“Heres a great 1946 Jeep Willys CJ2A. I found this in a barn north of Sacramento, Where it sat for many years. It has the old black and yellow plates. I dont know much else about it.I have used it to drive around Lake Tahoe, and have maybe put 100 miles on it since i’ve owned it. It is mostly stock i believe,with the exception of the seats, that someone added later. It starts right up and drives really really well.The brakes are soft, so it probably needs a brake job.It also drips some oil i think from the rear seal. The only rust i can find is a small spot on passenger floor, about the size of a quarter. Also i’m not sure if the windshield is original,it came with two of them (different styles), so the buyer will get both you see in the pics. It is located in Lake Tahoe, CA.”
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It runs and advertises beer.
“I have a CJ5 willy for sale I started it with starting fluid and a good jump . Has a plow. Tires are good all n all its in good shape for its year. I’ve owend it for at least 15 years. Good shape it’s a collector 50 yrs old $1600 obo Thanks Bill I put a new master cylinder in so the brake need to be bled:”
http://newhaven.craigslist.org/cto/3765636313.html
