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UPDATE: Still Available
(02/21/2013) This may be worth a look.
“I have for sale a 1946 Jeep Willys with matching trailer that I have a title for as well as the jeep. Both titles are clear and in hand. Many new parts (too many to list). Runs and drives good; could probably use some adjusting on the carburetor. Trailer needs work. Asking $4,500 obo. Please call 618-795-6087.”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/3715427996.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1450.
(12/08/2012) It doesn’t run. Those are early dogs with pretty good tread. the body has some patches.
“Willys Jeep 1953 CJ3B 4X4, project antique vehicle. Hasn’t run in 10 plus years, owned for 30 plus years. AS IS, Clear title. Needs work great project for 4-wheeler enthusiast. Engine is 225 Buick V-6, 4 barrel carburetor, Offenhauser intake and valve covers, header and side exhaust. Manual transmission, hi-lo transfer case, lock-out hubs on front axle. Tires have extreme tread but are for off road. Hasn’t been started in over 10 years.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1850
(01/30/2013) It runs like a sewing machine.
“1946 Willys CJ2A Jeep
So hear is a rare piece of American history
ready to be restored
Engine cranks and runs like a sewing machine”
<– Day 13 – March 30: From Cottonwood Canyon to Wolverine | Overview | Day 15 – April 1: From Cathedral Valley to I-70 –>
Sunday March 31 day break at Horse Canyon.
Technically, the March 30th night we camped at the Horse Canyon trailhead wasn’t allowed by the NPS. However, had we walked through the gate to the wilderness study area we could camp legally. Besides, it wasn’t like we hadn’t tried to find a camping spot in other places. Since we were all alone, we didn’t think it was a big deal. We didn’t make a fire and we left no trace we were there. Just the same, we broke camp at sunlight and began our second day in Utah.
We’d planned to return to Highway 12 once we got back to the Burr Trail. But, one thing I’d never done was cross Capitol Reef NP on the Burr Trail and then head north (normally I’ve driven south to Bullfrog Marina on Lake Powell). Ann was all for the impromptu route, so we drove north on the Wolverine Loop and headed east. Along the way we took a few photos (surprise, surprise).
Wolverine Loop Trail
The western entrance to the Wolverine Loop from the Burr Trail. This is all within the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument.
Looking West on the Burr Trail Road. The early morning sun was lighting up the hillsides.
<– Day 12 – March 29: Holbrook, Arizona, and Route 66 | Overview | Day 14 – March 31: From Wolverine Loop to Cathedral Valley –>
The southern entrance to Cottonwood Canyon Road
Last night we put together a plan to drive north from Williams on highway 89 and then take a little known dirt road short cut called Cottonwood Canyon Road that links highway 89 with highway 12. I’d driven that road more than a decade ago and wanted to tackle it again.
So, on Saturday March 30th we took off on an adventure. The first thing we encountered was a road closure. Highway 89 was closed near Page, AZ, due to some gaps in the road caused by moving earth. However, a detour of thirty miles got us around that issue.
This shows our entire route on March 30th from Williams, through Page, and ending at the Wolverine Loop Trailhead.
This is a closeup map showing the latter part of our drive.
By noon we were in Page, where we suffered an unexpected tragedy (the death of a wine bottle).
As I explained to my wife while picking up the glass from the broken wine bottle in the Safeway parking lot, it wasn’t my fault. Really, it wasn’t. Instead, it was the little crazy four-year-old who was riding like a mad-man around the busy parking lot while his father panhandled while riding a skateboard. The kid’s father had just asked us for money when his son crashed about three feet behind Ann. Meanwhile, I was in the process of opening the back door of the jeep. It happened like this:
1. I began to open the rear hatch door.
2. The kid crashed
3. As the door swung slowly upward, Ann yelled “no, no, no”
4. Ann’s attempts to stop me from opening the door bounced off me as if they didn’t exist, because I was wondering if the stupid kid was hurt.
5. I continued to lift the door.
6. Ann continued to yell “no, no, no”
7. I continued to ignore her (she was two feet away right in front of me)
8. I heard a noise of something sliding.
9. I heard the sound of glass breaking.
10. I heard the sound of me saying . . . “it wasn’t my fault, it wasn’t my fault. it was that kiiiddd!”
Well, it went something like that. No matter how it happened, I was soon buying her another bottle of wine. Actually, 2 bottles. Happy wife, happy life.
Once that adventure was over, we were off to Cottonwood Canyon Road, which turns north from highway 89. I won’t bore you with details. The road is dirt and the terrain varies wildly. Lots of tight turns, hills, and dust. Don’t drive it when wet. It is just under 50 miles. It rocks! Here are some pics.
<– Day 11 – March 28: Petroglyph Rocks and Tent Rocks | Overview | Day 13 – March 30: From Cottonwood Canyon to Wolverine –>
Our goal was to drive to Williams, Arizona, then drive to Prescott, before returning to Williams for the evening.
Our drive Friday from Holbrook to Williams
We had a busy day that started in Holbrook, AZ. If you have ever seen the movie CARS then you will recognize many of the sites in Holbrook. It’s a fun place to step back in time and cruise the old Route 66. Here’s a picture of the Wigwam Motel. The prices on these run around $55. I wish I had known they were in Holbrook, because we would have stayed there. Note the old cars parked out front of some of them.
While looking around the town we came across this poor CJ-5 hiding sadly behind a mixer. It’s a project!
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
This includes a parts’ CJ-2A.
“The elderly man we purchased the Jeep from said he purchased it new . The title had a date of 1978 , we suspect the state may have made one update the titles when they changed their system . In fact when we went to change ownership , it took the state two months to locate the paper work required . I have a copy of the 78 title . The vehicle runs and drives , though it will require a thorough going over . I cannot see any rust holes in the floor boards , there are a few spots that are rusted through in the rear body panel where dirt has collected . A New Mexico car from new is my understanding . It has typical surface rust . Someone did change the color from Green to Red on the outside . You buy the red Jeep , the white Jeep is free along with the extra engine sitting in the bed of white Jeep . No title with white Jeep . Contact me with your number and the best time to call .”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800
This might be worth a look.
“1947 Willys CJ2A, engine rebuilt less than 1,000 miles, brakes rebuilt, 4WD, weekly driver, no top, roll bar, tow bar, front wheel locking hubs. Could use new springs. Must see and drive to appreciate.”
Lots of parts, doesn’t run, needs work.
“Pictures tell all, but craigslist only allows 12 small pics.. If interested and a serious, cash in-hand buyer, message me and I will send 66 pictures.
Purchased her about 2 years ago. Was with the PO since the early 90s — An old skooler, who had a few early CJs – was used as a plow vehicle for his driveway, stored in his barn. He passed away, sat for a year and then wouldn’t start. Got it home, drained the fuel, ordered up a rebuilt carb, electronic fuel pump, inline filter and pressure regulator — fired right up. Found the ignition to be a bit taxing on the 12v system (6v starter), so I ordered up a floor switch, added some new battery cables and cleaned all connectors and the ground contacts. No more drain/draw, fires up after sitting for a month — all better. Has not seen the road, but has been driven in endless circles and circles in the backyard, HI/LO.. 2wd, 4wd — through the gears with no problem. In need of some body work, floors and detail work. Frame is straight and solid — boxed forward section for the plow hardware. Plow hydraulics work great — freshly rebuilt, haven’t been used since rebuild. PTO winch is complete from driveline to cable. (more info on Craigslist).”
http://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/3709899706.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
It’s rough, but runs.
“I am currently trying to sell my 1946 Willy’s Jeep. It’s in mint condition for the year. It does still run, and includes a hard top. However it does have quite a bit of wear on the interior of the jeep (please see photos), and needs some TLC.”
