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1962 CJ-3B Diesel Schwenksville, PA **SOLD**

October 29, 2018 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3250.

Find a different body and it might make an interesting rig. Includes a Koenig 1/2 Cab.

“Diesel powered cj3b rolling chassis. Front sheetmetal only for mockup of 1975 Mercedes 240d engine mated to T176 4 speed transmission with dana 18 transfer case. T176 completely rebuilt over 1000$ in parts.Dana 18 completely rebuilt , all new gears and high speed intermediate shaft kit . Over 1100$ in parts. Chassis has new Superlift 2 1/2” lift springs. Custom radiator. Engine has new injectors, glow plugs, timing chain, injector lines . New? 240d short block included. Also included is a Koenig deluxe 1/2 cab. Dana 300 transfer case and a bunch of parts included. 16” original rims. Uses factory Mercedes hydraulic clutch. No title, much time and money invested in project .”

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Year? CJ-3A? Sarasota, FL **SOLD**

September 12, 2018 • CATEGORIES: Features, M-38 • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.

Greg alerted me to this project that runs. It’s got Overland Diesel’s Kubota swap kit.

“Dad was a military vehicle enthusiast, collector, and master restorer for nearly 50 years. This is a frame off restoration. This restoration is particularly unique as this jeep was converted from gas to a turbo diesel. This 1953 Willys was the last project he took on before exiting this world last year. My dad had some really good military vehicle friends committed to help me get this project wrapped up to this point where it is now ready to transition to a new owner. This jeep is 90% complete with fresh new paint, new body, new tires, new windshield glass, new seats, and more. Jeep starts, runs, stops, and looks great! The new owner can enjoy the satisfaction of performing the final finishing touches such as wiring, emergency brake cable, exhaust system/muffler.
See videos below of the Jeep being started and driven.
Jeep located in Sarasota, Florida. Can assist with pickup/shipping.
Good luck bidding!!

Additional Info:
Converted from gas to Turbo Diesel
Runs and looks great!
Kubota Diesel V2003T engine
M38 Body mounted on a CJ2A Frame
New body, new tires, new glass, new seats”

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1947 CJ-2A Project Belchertown, MA $2000 or Parting Out

August 31, 2018 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Price dropped to $2000. This has a Mercedes engine in it.

https://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/d/1947-willys-jeep/6638837179.html

(03/03/2018) “jeep is to be parted out, what ever parts you need call or text me, the whole jeep with out motor or transmission can be bought for $1000 or parted out. The Mercedes motor/transmission is also for sale it has 60k miles on it. That’s for sale for $1,200. If you showed up with close to $2000 and wanted the whole thing I wouldn’t say no. Deploying soon. Need gone ASAP.”

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1951 Wagon Diesel Coburg, OR $13,500

April 8, 2018 • CATEGORIES: Willys Wagons • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Nice looks wagon with an engine update.

https://eugene.craigslist.org/cto/d/1951-willys-2wd-wagon/6552836508.html

“A very special preservation of a nice station wagon. Body work done about 2000, including cab floor replacement w/ plate steel. New lacquer paint 2017. Engine professionally replaced 1 yr ago with good running Mercedes 3.0 5 cylinder diesel and Mercedes automatic transmission, including new driveline. New exhaust system. Electric fan w/ oil and transmission cooler. Interior done in the style of vintage woodies, with slat roof. Its 90% done, here’s what it needs still: heater installed (its provided). Some side glass replacement (wind wings, drivers side.) Needs better rear axle ratio– its now 4.88 and the MB transmission is geared to something like 3.49 to achieve a highway capable speed. Rear bumper is older chrome and is aged. Brakes all good and working, new master cylinder included for a later date if needed. Clean WA title. Its a very nice preservation, made for fun and touring.”

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1952 M-38A1 Wilbraham, MA $15,000

March 2, 2018 • CATEGORIES: M-38A1 • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: Price dropped to $15,000.

Craig spotted this M-38A1 that’s been repowered with a Kubota diesel engine.

“1952 Willys M38A1 was brought back to life in 2015 after a two year restoration and modification was completed. Every nut and bolt was removed, inspected, replaced if damaged and reassembled to ensure this restoration did not leave any areas of the Jeep untouched. Two major modification were completed during the restoration. The electrical system was converted to a 12V system and the engine was replaced with a Kubota V2403 60 HP turbo diesel engine”

https://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/d/1952-willys-m38a1-restro-mod/6461599224.html

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1955 CJ-5 Diesel Escondido, CA $9000

February 11, 2018 • CATEGORIES: CJ5 • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Seller swapped out the engine and the dash from an Isuzu.

“Fighting Jeeps .. Diesel engine..
Baja Mud Terrain 31/50R/15 Tires
Original gas engine was replaced with Isuzu Diesel. 4 wheel drive .
Starts right up all day everyday.”

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/d/1955-willys-jeep-diesel/6487133940.html

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1948 Truck Las Vegas, NV **SOLD**

January 3, 2018 • CATEGORIES: Willys Trucks • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.

It’s powered by a Nissan diesel engine.

“Thought it was sold but guy flaked
1948 Willys Overland Jeep Truck
4×4 warn hubs and winch, optima battery, aluminum radiator
Mid 80’s Nissan diesel and 5 speed transmission
Clean title registered and insured
Runs and drives but needs tinkering as with most things this old.”

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1953 M-38A1 West Point, CA $4200

December 28, 2017 • CATEGORIES: M-38A1 • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Some M-38A1s came with Perkins?

“53 Willy’s Jeep
Rare
Perkins Diesel, Motor and drive train are Factory
Can be check out on Internet
Needs Differentials Replaced (Front and Rear)
Have Both
Winch and Tow Bar
Have clean title (on non-op)
More pictures on request”

https://goldcountry.craigslist.org/cto/d/1953-willys-jeep-cj-diesel/6439827619.html

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1953 M-38A1 West Point, CA $3900

November 5, 2017 • CATEGORIES: M-38A1 • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Needs works. Has lots of diamond plate bling!

“53 Willy’s
Perkins Diesel
Needs Differentials Replaced (Front and Rear)
Have Both
Have clean title (on non-op)”

https://goldcountry.craigslist.org/cto/d/1953-willys-jeep-cj-diesel/6373768877.html

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1961 CJ-5 VW/Diesel Project Fontana, CA $3500

September 14, 2017 • CATEGORIES: CJ5 • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This is unusual.

“This was a VW diesel swap project I have been working on. GM Saginaw power steering conversion. Has painless switch panel. New tires. It is registered, It runs and drives. I unfortunatly underestimated the little diesels power for highway speeds when i chose the gear ratio. Take over this project or I may pull engine to part it out. I still have all the hardware to install a small block Chevy. It has disc brake upgrades large rear brakes. Dana 27 Front, Dana 44 rear. 4.27 gears, Detroit Locker rear. Dana 18 transfer case SM465 Chevrolet truck transmission with Granny gear. I will separate the diesel and sell if interested in the jeep only. Or sell whole thing.”

https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/1961-willys-cj5-vw-diesel/6293199632.html

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