CJ-V35U Research Archives

The CJ-V35/U is one of the rarest military Jeeps ever built by Willys. Ironically, it isn’t a mutated M-38, but rather a mutated CJ-3A, hence that likely explains the model derivation. They were built in 1950 for the Navy and Marines as radio trucks. Essentially, they were modified CJ-3As design to be capable of underwater travel (hence the U at the end of the name). They came with snorkels, extended exhaust pipes, unusual headlight bezels, and 6- or 12-volt generators to power radios; Only 1,000 were built (serial numbers are prefixed with CJ-V3 and numbered 10001 – 11000). The engine serial numbers are prefixed with the letter ‘V’ and start with number 10001.
The G503 forum has a very educational analysis of a CJ-V35/U that wasn’t perfectly
Visit the CJ-3A Page for a detailed article about the CJ-V35/U.

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1950 CJV-35/U Lebanon, TN **SOLD**

December 10, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Was $8500. **SOLD**

The pics are very tiny.

“1950 Willy’s Jeep. This Jeep, a CJV-35/U, is the prototype for the M-38 later produced from 1950- 1952 and used by the U.S. military in both Korea and Vietnam. It’s purpose was to have recon marines and U.S. Navy frogmen/ SEALS to have a waterproof jeep to call in naval bombardments, air to ground attacks, and coordinate amphibious assaults. Considered to be the rarest of all jeep models. This one has matching frame and engine serials documentation.
It has it’s original “Go Devil” 4 cylinder engine, and has had a fresh military overhaul with new rings, pistons, valves, crankshaft, camshaft, etc. (Okay to use unleaded gas.) All new or rebuilt fuel pump, oil pump,hoses, new plugs and wires, battery, new brakes , shocks,clutch. Jeep runs great and is driven regularly.
Needs cosmetic restoration finished or drive as a “rat rod.” Have 8 military rims, 10 military tires, spare tire holder, gas can and holder, whip antenna, decals, spare fenders, original oil bath air cleaner, an original “controller box” for its radios, radio mounts, seat cushions, complete set of manuals,bumpers, carbs, more boxes and boxes of stuff.
Have original data plates from U.S Navy Bureau of Ships.”

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1950? CJV-35U? Fayetteville, NC **SOLD**

December 3, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

Walter spotted this jeep.  Seeing the pintle hitch on the back and the hooks on the left got me wondering what this was.  Then it has small cutout on the hood.  Finally, I spotted the CJV-35U-like bezels.  This is worth checking out.

“Project Willis Jeep, motor and drive train components are all there. Body is in really good shape. Floor pans and frame have no salt water or up north rust.”

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1949 CJ-2A & 1950 M-38 Red Wing, Mn $1500

October 23, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, M-38 • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  Still Available

(07/19/2012) This is a package deal that includes a rear PTO.  Could that M-38 be a CJV-35?

“Package deal 1949 CJ2A yellow one in picture with rare PTO with title owned for 50 years!
1950 no title, owned for 35 yrs, snorkel cutout on hood.
Call Dan for more info 651-380-4828 ……….I’m only posting for him!”

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/cto/3357658371.html

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1953 M-38 Clovis, Ca $2550

March 10, 2012 • CATEGORIES: M-38 • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  Price dropped to $2550

(01/11/2010) “PROJECT JEEP !!!!! 5 NEW PRO COMP MUDDERS 33/12.5/15 TIRES.  5 NEW STEEL BLACK WHEELS. 4 NEW RANCHO 5000 SHOCKS. NEW RANCHO SPRINGS AND SHACKLES.  NEW BEST TOP SOFT TOP (still in box).  SM465 TRANNY MATCHED TO A DANA 20 TRANFER CASE (both rebuilt).  A LITTLE MORE WORK TO BE DONE JUST DON’T HAVE TIME OR THE DESIRE TO DO ANYMORE.  SORRY FOR DIRTY PICS BUT JEEP HAS BEEN SITTING IN GARAGE FOR SOME TIME.  ASKING $2650.00 OR BEST OFFER. TITLE IN HAND”

http://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/2895335085.html

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Year? DJ-3Aish Garnett, Mo $2000

January 3, 2012 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A, CJ-3A, DJ-3A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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What we have here is a frankenjeep.  This has a DJ-3A body with tailgate, a CJ-2A windshield, a drivetrain with what appears to be a rear PTO, and what appears to be some CJV-35U Bezels.

“Willys Jeep, ready to go, why by a UTV when you could have a JEEP! come take a look $2000 or best offer 785 448 5381”

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/2780414347.html

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1950 CJV-35U Bozeman, Mt **SOLD**

November 24, 2011 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

The seller notes that there is also a hard top the winner can purchase for an additional $200.

“This is a dry Montana vehicle that was clearly kept out of the weather for most of its life, and the body is in remarkably good shape (we don’t salt our roads in Montana, so rust is not an issue as it is many other places). Many of the parts that make the CJV-35 unique are still on the Jeep, including dash plates, rear lift rings, front hooks,  hood snorkel cutout, headlight rings, and the specially-notched gas tank. The jeep appears to have had one repaint in a civilian green, and US government markings can be seen poking out from below (see photos). It looks like it was in use as an US Interior Department vehicle after its time in the Marines, but no other history is known. The motor has been replaced with a good-runing 1960’s era Buick (?) V6, but the rest of the driveline appears stock. The jeep runs and drives well, has good civilian tire on it, and good seats (are these even original, perhaps in black vinyl for the underwater driving?). Brakes, steering, suspension, tranny, 4 wheel drive all work well.

Any interested parties are encouraged to look at the jeep in person and drive it. All questions via email will be answered promptly. We have attempted to take as many high-res photos as possible so that the condition of the jeep can be assessed. This is sold “AS-IS” and “WHERE-IS”, and absolutely no warantees are made concerning the vehicle or its condition, either expressed or implied.

Again: restoring a military jeep is a wonderful but time and money-consuming task. If you’re going to make the investment, WHY NOT RESTORE THE BEST AND RAREST? One thing’s for sure – you will be the only one in your club with a CJV-35. Thanks for bidding and good luck!”

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1950 CJV-35 Forsyth, Ga $1900

September 14, 2011 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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I’m not so sure this is a jeep collector’s dream, as this will take a great deal of work to make nice.

“Great Jeep. This is a CJV-35 VERY RARE!! Originally built for the Navy. Only 1000 were made! There were only 29 of these known to be to exsist! This IS NUMBER30!! A Jeep Collectors Dream!! Not Currently Running**Wouldn’t take Much To Be Back On The Road** Lots Of Parts**Definetly Needs restored To It’s Original Beauty. $1900 Or Best Offer”

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/2577108028.html

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1951 CJV-35/U Moses Lake, Wa **SOLD**

August 16, 2011 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: , , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  Eagle Eyed Bob recognized this as a CJV-35/U rather than a CJ-3A.  **SOLD**

This is supposed to have no rust.

“I had this listed as a 1951 cj 3a. A guy from New York called me and informed me of what I really have. It’s a 1950 Willys CJV-35, and it is for sale. Since it is so rare, I have increased the price to $5500. There were only 1000 of these made in 1950. Check it out on the internet. I am not kidding All original. Flat head 4 cyl, 3 speed tranny, 2 speed transfer case. At one time this vehicle was green. Then some one painted it an ugly salmon color. I have removed a bit of the paint (a mistake), and in places it comes off easily. In other places it is on there pretty good. It runs great and has no rust, no kidding. The tool box under the pasenger seat is solid, as are the floor boards and the floor under the rubber mat in the back. It comes with a roll bar and high back bucket seats and a tow bar. I took these three items off the vehicle, for they are not stock equipment. It has a heater that works. Unfortunately, someone put an AM radio in the dash ( a really dumb move in my opinion), but they did an ok job of it and it works. ‘.”

Also, it is still 6 volt, and it has the plates on the dash from the Willys Overland Corporation. They’re pretty cool. Come check it out.

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1950 CJV-35 (Not U) Ball Ground, Ga **SOLD**

July 31, 2011 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A, Unusual • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000

(07/24/2011) Here are some other VJV-35s for comparison.

If you know anything about Willys Jeeps then you know that this is a true find! This was a LIMITED EDITION Jeep Built for the Navy. Only 29 of these are known to exist! This one is Number 30!! Not currently running. It’s Either A “Go Devil” or “Hurricane”? I Do Know That It’s Tough! Lots of parts. Has Surface rust with a couple of bad areas, But nothing that can’t be repaired easily. Don’t let the appearance fool you. This is a tough little Ride! For the skeptics out there, and I know there are a few. I have photos of the ID Plate from Willys Overland Co. Serial Number: CJV-35 107** ORIGNAL** NOTE: THIS IS NOT A CJV-35/U”

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1950 CJV-35U Houston, Tx $1850

April 7, 2011 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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It runs and drives, but definitely needs work. http://www.cj3a.info/sibling/cjv35u/photos/picsv35.html

“For sale is a 1950 Willys Military Jeep. It is a CJV35/U which is a specialty jeep made for under water use for radio equipment. It is known as the rarest military jeep in the world with just 1000 manufactured. Only about 50 are still in existence. This is a project jeep for sure. It runs and drives but is in rough condition. Again this is a project jeep for a military jeep enthusiast. It has all of the original drive train including the Flathead 4 cylinder engine. I have not started the jeep in a year but I can get it started. To learn more about these jeeps please visit this link where you will also see this jeep. Thank you for looking. 713-882-1012”

http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/2307684986.html

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