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A buick V6 has been added to this 3B.
https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/d/seguin-jeep-willys-high-top/7265187860.html
“VERY RARE WILLYS HIGH TOP WITH DAUNTLESS V6. THIS WILLYS IS A TEXAS JEEP. I BELIVE IT IS THE ORIGINAL PAINT. RUNS AND DRIVES VERY WELL”
UPDATE: As Keith notes, this is actually a M-38A1D (Nuke model).
This M-38A1 is setup as a hunting vehicle. It has a set of Easy Lok hubs as well.
https://austin.craigslist.org/cto/d/austin-1954-jeep-m38a1/7262015099.html
“1954 Jeep Kaiser M38A1, old military jeep converted into hunting rig.
Starts on first crank and runs perfect, no mechanical issues. Everything works.
-High seat
-Corn feeder
-Gun scabards
-Tow bar
-RKI PTO winch
-Custom safari top
-Spare tire
$9500 OBO, need to sell!”
This appears to have. Koenig hardtop with a. variety of updates. It could have a military body and front clip. You have to scroll the through the CJ-5 pics in the ad before seeing this flattie in the pics.
https://wyoming.craigslist.org/pts/d/saint-stephens-jeeps-for-jeep-heads/7263544262.html
“1943 willy’s jeep
started as rock hopper
metal top
new power steering
no engine
transmission and transfer case w/350 chevy converter
no title
$1500”
Bill spotted this Converto Airborne Trailer being sold out of Georgia. Starting bid is $850.
View all the information on eBay
“Converto ½ Ton Airborne Dump Trailer with original data plates. The trailer is in good condition for its age with some rust on the back tailgate, see pictures. Tires are dry rotted and will need to be replaced. Trailer rolls free. Not sure if the taillights work as I have never tried to hook them up. The previous owner put a piece of sheet metal on the floor, unknown why, but it is rust free underneath. The hitch has been changed over to a regular ball type. I do not have the original military hitch that was on the trailer. Included with the trailer is manual, new data plate, and hard to find items, the dump handle and lubrication pouch that mounts on the front. Trailer does not have a title but will come with a Georgia Bill of Sale”
I’m not sure if this has a data plate that pinpoints the date as 1943 or if that’s just a guess. I suspect Acme only manufactured the tongue?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/428123261717216/
“Original 1940s ACME built Willys Jeep trailer. It has been sitting for some time and definitely needs some TLC, nothing a little sheet metal, a grinder and a welder can’t handle. Perfect winter project to get your Willilys ready for car show season”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
(01/18/2021) Could be worth a look. Seller is accepting offers.
“Needs work body good needs engine work make offer”
UPDATE: Still Available. Been available since 2014. If nothing else, the seller is persistent.
https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/pts/d/fort-mohave-jeep-parts-all-original/7245902831.html
“Jeep parts 1940-1965. MODEL 18 and GPW Transfer cases. Transmissions T-98, T-90, T-84, T-86. 24 Volt Generator and starters. 3 Transmissions for a Military 2 1/2 Ton Truck Model CCW. New Hoods for M-38 A1 plus used front grills. Spring and drive lines. Radiators for M38-A1. Early model jeep, 5 hole, chrome, 15″ X 10″ wheel. Have 4 ton of Jeep Parts. Bring money. $44,000 takes all 4 ton. In the asking fee a 48 foot van semi trailer is included! Pics DO NOT show everything I have. NOTE: THESE ARE ALL ORIGINAL PARTS….NOT FROM CHINA, ETC.This is what you call a BARN FIND! Be the ENVY of all your friends who missed out on this deal!!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,000.
Joe in Mesa’s friend Vern is selling his GPW. Joe reports that Vern, whose father was in the OSS, is a history buff who knows his stuff, so this should be a pretty accurate GPW. Why only $14K? Well in addition to the light harness needing to be installed, the transmission leaks (don’t they ALL?) and that bothers him. He thinks it should be pulled out and re-gasketed.
“1944 GPW, Everything is correctly F marked. No aftermarket parts, New Firestone tires, New highend wiring harness, Lights need to be wired and connected. The kit for that comes with it. Arizona title. When all is said and [done] it’s a really nice jeep; runs very well, can’t think of too many problems with it. Asking 14K. Firm.”
UPDATE: Thanks for everyone’s quick input, we’ve solved this mystery. This particular grille is a 1969-1971 grille (see more in the comments).
Darin posted on Facebook this grille with tear-drop shaped parking light holes.
The catalog number for this Warn Hub document is 2-55, which might mean February of 1955. It shows the WL-2 Locking model on one side and the WA-1 Automatic model on the other.
UPDATE: I found this 18-page Warn Selective Drive Hub Service and Repair Manual on eBay last week. This appears to be an earlier version (February of 1955?) than the PDF version linked to at the very bottom of this post (which covers WL-2 and WO-1 hubs). It covers the WA-1 Automatic Hub and the WL-2 hub. This is document No. WD-255.
This looks to be a Willys-Overland produced matchbook that allowed dealers to add their names. In this case, Ike’s Haugland Motor Company out of Wheaten, Minnesota, added its brand to this matchbook. The interior of the matchbook was the biggest surprise to me, as it listed the 9 reasons why the jeep can do all it does.
