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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
(10/24/2010) This jeep could use a bath, but appears to be a solid jeep improved for the street and trail. Among the updates are free floating rear hubs, a tilt wheel and a full cage.
“1952 Willys M38 – Buick 231 V6 engine, 4 Speed Manual Tranmission and rear locking differential.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
(11/18/2010) This looks like a real good price for a solid restoration. This might be a good buy.
“The jeep was brought home on a trailer completely taken apart / frame off was completed. Began project around 2001. I cut out all rotted k bracing and sheet metal in the floor, replaced it with new material and mig welded into place. Spot welds reflecting areas of repairs. Jeep has always been in a garage or under a shed out of the weather since I completed it around 2003.Where good salvage parts were available I used these when replacing other older or worn parts. What is M38 tubb, frame, running gears, right fender, hood and grill, m50 antenna mount. Deep water fording kit is nos. I purchased it in the original crate. Top bows are aftermarket and maybe the rear tire mounting bracket. Most of the other parts are good salvage replacement or nos where and when I could find them. At time of original rebuild all brake lines were replaced and master cylinder was honed and rebuilt. I made a home made wiring harness as I was not sure if I would make it a 24 volt system or not and wanted to get it rolling. All fuel lines were replaced as well. It was undercoated with a coating called tool dip which is a black mastic type of undercoating and is military surplus. Fuel tank has been permanently sealed in military aircraft fuel tank sealer, also a mil surplus item. All seals were replaced and where needed suspension parts were replaced with new when original rebuild. Seat cushions were purchased new from Beachwood canvas, includes 3 lowers and the upper rear. Front uppers are original spring type for that original fell and sound. Front canvas seat covers sewn by my grandmother. No covers for rear. Windshield frame and left fender are cj3b. I began installing the rifle rack mounting but it needs to be completed. The brake shoes and brake cylinders replaced only a couple years ago and the drums turned. The brakes will stop stand and hold vehicle in place. Comes equipped with Slectro brand locking front lock in lock out hubs Engine was pulled from a 1952 cj3b. I cannot remember mileage. It is a non smoker. I purchased the jeep locally. Before pulling engine from jeep I removed oil pan and cleaned sludge from oil pan installed new gasket and replaced. Had to remove thermostat as old one was sticking. The engine has operated great since and has never let me down. It has received regular oil changes The most Recent new parts include new NAPA Battery and sporting a new paint job Army Jeep Parts WW 2 semi gloss Korean era Inoperative are wipers , horn wired but not working, fuel gauge wire not reading right, speedometer in tact but no speedometer cable. No Turn signals or wire for them but have military turn signal switch mounted on steering column …..”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2700
This sure looks like a nice rig for the price.
“MADE FOR OFF ROAD USE; 2700.00 OR OBO; BUICK V6 SLIGHTLY MODIFIED; TURBO 400 TRANS AUTO; LOCKING FRONT HUBS; FULL FIBERGLASS FRONT END; RACING SEATS; 4 POINT HARNESS; FULL ROLL CAGE; TOO MANY EXTRA PARTS TO LIST; FOR MORE INFO”
Here’s a ‘professionally’ restored M-38 that doesn’t appear accurately restored. You can see it is missing the M-38 grille and grill mount, suggesting this is a CJ frame. It doesn’t have a M-38 gas tank and the inlet is in an odd position. The windshield vent should be bolted, not hinged. The rear of the frame looks civilian; Here’s the way the rear should really look. Note the drain piece where the hood connects to the body — that is from a CJ-3A. And, last but not least, the Dash Plate is installed upside down and backwards …
“YOU ARE LOOKING AT A 1951 WILLYS JEEP M38 ARMY GREEN WITH ARMY GREEN INTERIOR, HAS GO DEVIL ENGINE, ALL DECALS , GAS CAN, SHOVELS, POWER TAKE OFF LOCKING FRONT HUBS, CANVAS TOP IS OFF . THIS JEEP IS PROFESSIONALLY RESTORED. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 631-218-1300 OR EMAIL AT: AUTOPETENY@AOL.COM.”
It sounds like this has seen a pretty thorough rebuild.
“This is a fully restored and parade ready willys 1951 m38 jeep, korean war era. the jeep has been restired, and is rot free, new decals, new brake system, rebuilt steering box, new shocks, new tires, new exhaust,new side steps. New windshield, all rubber replaced, the interior has the military grade canvas, the back seat is not mounted, the tail gate is bolted closed. The jeep also has had a heat unit installed for those cold winters!.The generator has been rebuilt, 12 volt electric, new battery, features spare mount, jerry can, ax, shovel all original equipment!. the 4 wheel drive has had locking front hubs updated. three speed shift , everything runs and shifts great. PLEASE NOT THE FRONT SEATS SHOW A SEAT COVER ON THE DRIVER SIDE, THAT IS SO I DO NOT MESS THEM UP!come see make offer!! PHONE # 631 235 4223”
http://newyork.craigslist.org/lgi/cto/1882631646.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500
(06/24/2010) This looks in good shape.
“IMMACULATELY maintained 1959 Willys CJ3B Jeep, garaged. ENGINE completely rebuilt using stock parts (F4-134 75HP); additional new items include brake lines, brakes, wheel cylinders, master cylinder, radiator, water pump, 3 seats, wiring harness, locking front hubs, shocks, fuel tank. REBUILT items include starter and generator. EXTRAS include 8000 lb PTO winch, side steps, swing away tire carrier, roll bar, rear trailer bar, tow bar, tow lights, heater, seat belts, driving front lights.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2700
(05/17/2010) No doubt this is actually a ’45 or earlier.
“I am selling one of my favorite weekend toys! This is listed as a 1946 Ford GPW on the title. Here are some features: Brand new battery, Brand new marine, box speakers, Tires are in great shape, New Fuel Pump, New Fuel Hose, New Air Filter, New Spark Plugs, New Rotor, New Condensor, New Points, New Coil, Oil changed recently and frequently.
Headlights, fog lights, taillights and brakelights all work. Fold flat windshield. Locking front hubs, for the four wheel drive. Two welded in ammo boxes for storage. Electric winch on the front. Great working heater. Tow bar on front bumper. Two metal, removable gas cans on the back. At sometime during its life, the original engine was swapped for a more powerful, classic Ford inline 6 cylinder. It is drivable and has been used by us recently, but could use; Accelerator Pump For The Carb. Alternator . (It runs the best with the choke set at 1/4 on)”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
“1952 CJ3 Jeep in very good condition.54 horsepower L head engine-carburetor overhaul on 05-15-09-updated 12 volt electrical system-turn signals-new updated fuel pump-new locking Warren hubs-original service repair manual-two parts catalogs-high lift jack-lug wrench-PTO assembly and winch also available”
UPDATE: Was $990. **SOLD**
(02/20/2010) Here’s an FC Project. Check out the list of recent work done on the craigslist ad. Lots of good pics at the link below.
“I bought this FC 150 last year with the best intention of restoring it. It reminded me of my old 404 Mercedes Unimog. I still really like it, but I don’t have enough time to restore it. I also own a 1974 Jeep J-4800 gladiator pickup and I can’t justify owning two pickups. The cab lower parts and pickup bed floor has rust and needs body work. It does run and drive fine though. The transfer case and transmission works well in all ranges. It has Warn locking front hubs which I just cleaned and greased. I removed the fuel tank, flushed and treated the interior with a rust converter. Registration is current and the CA title is clear in my name. No DMV hassles and is smog exempt…. Problems include the rust I mentioned above, a broken speedo, cracks in the door window glass. Windshield is not cracked however. Engine kind of sounds like a diesel, but has good oil pressure. I have never owned a 4 cyl jeep before so it could be normal. Exhaust needs replacing. Fuel pump was replaced with a solid state electric one by the previous owner. It works fine. The mechanical fuel pump is still in place, but I never tested to see if it works. Tires are old and should be replaced. The seats are probably not original because they don’t fit right. ”
The paint job appears unusual, but the drive train has been rebuilt.
“Rust free, runs great! 32,000 actual miles on vehicle however, motor transmission and transfer case completely rebuilt has approx. 500 miles. 8,000 lb. pto winch, still 24 volt ignition (water proof). Military canvas seats, includes rear seat. Newer military canvas top. Locking rear differential and warn front lock out hubs. For more info call only! $6500 B.O. Paul 952-472-1046. Leave message if no answer.”