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Might be worth a look.
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/pts/d/las-vegas-1946-willys-cj2-shell-project/7432804038.html
“1946 Willys CJ2 shell restoration project that includes wiring harness, lights, transmission, carburetor, and four decent tires. The body is pretty straight. There is value in there for the right person that has an engine and transfer case. No title, and local pickup only. Last two pictures show how I had it in my antique store lit up and with equipment. Thank you.”
Hat channels need some work, but other wise the body looks decent.
https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/d/deming-cj-willys-jeep-real-solid-tub/7431492872.html
“No title. I bought it with out a title. Tag still on firewall I believe its a 1948. I bought it to make a rat rod out of but just to solid to cut up. I know nothing about the motor / tranny never messed with them ( so please don’t ask if it runs ) selling as is . If your looking for a clean tub here it is.”
No hardware, but the top looks in reasonable shape. Some window discoloration.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/pts/d/gilbert-willys-cj3a-soft-top/7434365551.html
“used soft top without hardware.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7200/
(09/25/2021) It has an interesting gas inlet mod.
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/las-vegas-1949-willys-jeep-cj2a/7431448893.html
“For Sale 1949 Willys CJ2A
This is a well running classic! Engine runs great, body is in good condition. I was planning to fully rebuild, but decided to work on other projects. Upgrades already include full custom roll bar assembly ($800) consistent with original dimensions, canvas cover ($750), and original front Koenig TPO winch which is extremely sought after for these vehicles!!! Good tires. Newer exhaust and muffler. A radiator with fan switch has been added so it can safely operate in the Nevada heat. In July 2021, replaced the battery, fuel filter, ignition coil and fuel pump and have receipt ($750). Has a 6 cylinder engine that was a popular replacement engine for this Willys. Have paperwork on what work has been done by the previous owners over the years. Also have a number of new gasket and seal kits that I purchased from KaiserWillys, but have not had a chance to install. These are all included. Clean title in hand. $7,200. Please no low ball offers. Vehicle is in Las Vegas”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/03/2022) It seems a decent price given the inclusion of the trailer.
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/cto/d/imperial-beach-1953-willys-jeep-and-car/7425679048.html
“1953 Willy’s Jeep and car hauler for sale as is by owner. Jeep runs, but brake master cylinder is broken. The Jeep model is CJ-3B. Jeep is currently registered in Arizona through July 2022.”
The ad is posted in the Vegas area, but the trailer may be located in Montana.
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/pts/d/las-vegas-jeep-willys-military-civilian/7420166199.html
“Jeep-Willys trailer in fair condition. Bed-box, fenders, tailgate, axle, and trailer tongue.
Currently all apart ready to recondition.
No title, parts bill of sale only.
Call or text for info. 8am-7pm.”
The body appears to be a 3A. I’m not sure why the chassis is being stored upside down? I figured that was just odd enough to post about it.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/332807685269404
“Willis jeep for parts. Frame and engine is bad. Yes it has a clear title. Message for info. $700 OBO ”
A few years ago Barry finally solved the riddle of which hydraulic lift offered by Newgren used a dash control. You can read about it here:
https://www.farmjeep.com/2020/05/27/the-old-newgren-control-on-the-dash-mystery-finally-solved/
Updates continue to dribble out, so sorry about that.
We are still working steadily on the master bedroom. I am hoping to be finished with the trim by Saturday, but little things keep delaying us (ex: Ann got a flat tire two days ago, which caused me to use up half-a-day getting it changed and fixed). Once that is done, we can redo the TV/study room (which is currently our bedroom). I hope to get all of the phase one interior changes done by the end of Feb. Phase II will be the remodel of the master bathroom (this summer or fall?). Phase III will be a major remodel of the common rooms of the house, but that is probably a year+ away.
I am also busy documenting the various issues with my sister vis-a-vis mom’s estate in case my sister goes through with her recent threat to sue the estate. The crux of the issue is that my sister doesn’t believe the horses, which she inherits and which my parents bought and owned (and she rode, trained and cared for), have any value to the estate and that she should be gifted them free and clear of the estate distributions. Given my parents put six figures into the horses over two decades, and the fact they own them 100%, the horses do indeed have value to the estate and, thus, part of my sister’s inheritance should include some value placed on the horses. Since she knows this means she will get less cash from the estate, she believes this unfair and is very upset about it (even though the current plan is to give her the horses at half the market value to recognize her contribution to their value, but she refuses to have any conversation about this). Ugh!
We are still awaiting a date for Ann’s semi-emergency gallbladder surgery, but our local hospitals are very busy with COVID patients, so we aren’t sure when she can get in. At this pace, it will likely be an emergency procedure at some point!
Perhaps the best news of the year is that I have the shop heater running … oh boy, does it warm up the shop quickly!!!
Vernon asked about the heater. It is propane powered (we have a 1000 gallon tank). It is connected to a thermometer on the wall: :
Nate got out his camera and his track-enabled CJ-5 named Snowshoe to see how it would do in the snow. He’s suitably impressed.