This postcard from Wentworth motors of Alabama appears to show a CJ-5 with a PTO supporting a posthole digger. So, I *think* this is from around 1955-56, given the lack of DJs or FCs. Note the Willys Bermuda in the parking lot. This would also suggest post 1955.
1948 CJ-2A Prather, CA $2500
Oh muy. Look at this cool old Fresno-Clovis style jeep. It’s got the body, the doors, and the Muller top. It also has a micro lock on the dash and a rare Husky overdrive. I need to forget about eWillys mobile HQ and go get this one!
https://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/d/clovis-48-willys-cj2a/7771197126.html
“1948 Willys CJ2A with custom hard top and windshield, has the following:
Chev 305 V8, Headers, SM420 4speed, Husky Overdrive, power steering, posi rear end, 5:38 ring and pinion, front axle spider gears broken, clean title currently has a non op registration”
2 GPWs and 1 MB Perris, CA
There are three different jeeps for sale.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/hvo/d/perris-1943-willys-mb-ford-gpw-army-jeep/7771920562.html
1943 Ford GPW $22,500 restored 3 years ago, guam jeep original hood numbers found
1943 Ford GPW $20,500 restored 2 years ago, one owner jeep, picked up from son of a rancher
1942 Willys MB, $22,500 restored 1 year ago. early gpw body on willys frame, early grill
“The jeeps were all completely disassembled individually, labeled and put back together maintaining their integrity. They took about 2 years to restore all three. All will need a tune up to start and run. They were put away running last fall. All these jeeps have original bodies and frame, All sandblasted and primed all three bodies and frames. These have original WWII era engines and running gear, All the trannys have been rebuilt. New wiring harnesses, rebuilt. rebuilt two of the engines and did the head on the other, These are restored to WWII specs using quality WWII aftermarket, WWII used and NOS parts. They are not perfect, but all complete and solid jeeps. Clean CA titles on all three.
If you buy all three, I will throw in two engines, a gpw transfer and a bunch of extra parts.”
2 Different Topeka Highway Mowers Yucaipa, CA $2500/each
These two Topeka Hiway mowers, built by the American Hoist and Derrick Company, are for sale. The second one shown has an original mower, which is rare to find.
1: https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/grd/d/moreno-valley-topeka-hiway-mower-hs5/7764505490.html
“Serial #2278 – 9772 Miles / 1311.4 Hours
* Unit Does Not Run & Does Not have the Mower *
* 4×4 Stick Shift
* 4 Cylinder Flat Head
* High/Low Transfer Case
* Front & Rear Differential
* Has pumps.
* Willy’s running gear
Units were designed for off-highway mowing.
# Could be used with tractor implements or build a custom 4 wheel unit.
# Would also make a good flail mower or a mobile log splitter.
2. https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/grd/d/moreno-valley-topeka-hiway-mower-hps5/7764505277.html
– Serial #2257 – 121.6 hours
* Unit Does Not Run *
* 4×4 Stick Shift
* 4 Cylinder Flat Head
* High/Low Transfer Case
* Front & Rear Differential
* Has pumps
* Willy’s running gear
Units were designed for off-highway mowing.
# Could be used with tractor implements or build a custom 4 wheel unit.
# Would also make a good flail mower or a mobile log splitter.
1953 CJ-3B Ellensburg, WA $34,000
This is a beautiful build.
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/kittitas-beautiful-cj3b-jeep/7768885060.html
“$34,000. or Text Your Offer
This Jeep has less than 1,500 miles and has never been on a gravel road, it has always been under cover it is in Beautiful condition.
Frame blasted and partial boxed and then painted
Dana 18 Transfer
Dana 44 rear axle
Dana 25 front axle
5:38 Gears
New Body and Paint
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1946 VEC CJ-2A Auburn, CA $12,500
This militarized column-shift VEC CJ-2A looks in good shape. This might not take much to demilitarize this one.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/auburn-1946-willys-cj/7771639075.html
“Very early 1946 Willy’s CJ 2A. Runs and drives excellent! Good straight original condition. Early column shift. Older restoration. Always kept indoors. Not torn up or neglected. Original working gauges. All ID tags in place. Has been in family collection for 30 years. $12,500, cash only.”
1953 M-38A1 Mesa, AZ **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6800.
(08/02/2024) Joe-in-Mesa forwarded this solid looking M-38A1.
“1953 army Jeep. No rust. Complete. Been sitting for 3 years. Had new fuel system done back then also. Newer battery.”
1947 CJ-2A Lake Arrowhead, CA $4300
Has some updates.
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/lake-arrowhead-willys-jeep-cj2/7771229148.html
“Jeep CJ2, runs good, Ford 6 cylinder 200 (think 65 Mustang), stock T-90, Dana 18, and 5.38 axles.”
1948 CJ-2A Lefty San Diego, CA $15,000
This has a few updates. Looks in good shape.
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/san-diego-1948-willy-jeep-cj2a-lefty/7771616252.html
“1948 Willy Jeep CJ2A, Lefty:
1) Excellent driver, shifts, stops, steers, great acceleration
2) Luzon Red, painted 2 years ago
3) Four cylinder Go Devil engine, good oil pressure
4) Remand: transmission, transfer case, radiator, carburetor, starter
5) New: steering components, brakes, Wiring Harness, exhaust, clutch, battery, cables, hoses
6) Dana 44 rear end
7) Original Front Seats, rear seat frame, Jeep Roll Bar, and aftermarket rear seat cushions
8) 1950 window frame, single glass
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1947 CJ-2A + Tilt Trailer Benicia, CA $10,000
Note that this jeep has the aftermarket angled dash, along with the expanded windshield and some other updates. It appears the tank is in the rear, with the filler in front of the spare tire.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/port-costa-1947-cj2a-willys-tilt-trailer/7768565899.html
“Looking to sell 1947 willy’s jeep and tilt trailer (package deal) jeep has Buick v6 engine, 4 speed manual T18 transmission, bucket seats, power steering, lots of added features brake line lock, winch, 10″ brakes all around, Dana 44 rear end Posi traction front and rear. I used it for hunting but just don’t have the time now, vehicle hasn’t been used since 2016 its in storage unit near Sonora ca, I’m sure someone could use it feel bad it’s just sitting but they will have to go through it all to ensure all is still working it was when I parked it. I have it priced for $10,000.00 OBO for both jeep and trailer both must go away, but I’m not giving it away either, only serious buyers text or email.”