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Technically, the first year of production on civilian jeeps was 1945. This CJ sounds like it has an interesting history.
“This is the Original Grand Daddy of all Civilian Jeeps- the Willy’s CJ2a is the first model year of the post WWII civilian market run. This is a very rare collector’s item. This is unit # 70007. She is in excellent shape. This one was kept in a Detroit Show Room for over 25 years prior to being in storage for 10 years. When the dealer passed away his estate sold off all assets and that is how we found her, 5 years ago. We have the original Magazine Adds from Time Magazine, July 15, 1946.”
Here’s a nicely modified wagon on a Blazer Chassis.
“1953 willys “willy s” station wagon, red, mounted on 1972 blazer chassis and rebuilt running gear, 427 big block chevy engine, 33″ x 15 x 15 75l tires mounted on 10x 15 super look indy racing mags. 7 off road lights, steve $8000 or obo/ REDUCED $7K FOR FAST\ SELL.”
I check out this jeep today, though didn’t drive it. This is an interesting build. It appears to have a boxed-in CJ-5 frame and gas tank, with out-boarded rear springs. The front springs appear stock. This has both power brakes and power steering, with the power steering unit nicely installed (in other words, someone knew what they were doing). The grill has a thin strip added to is so it could be extended forwards about 2 inches, though not one my favorite mods, it was done neatly. The tines have been removed from the Grille and the radiator is right up against it.
I think the body is actually the front of the one body and the back of another body, which explains the seam in the side. The hat channels appear in good shape. The side steps have been cut a little as part of the joining process, however, I think a buyer could put some diamond plating side pieces that will nicely hide all that. The dash sports the single later model CJ-3B speedometer. The body has been lifted about 1-2″ off the frame.
This has a single lever transfercase with the turbo tranny. It also has a Pontiac(?) center console of some kind. The top looks to be in good condition. This has a roll bar, though the tube might be 3″ tubing. The jeep has mud guards on the driver’s side, but are missing them on the passenger side.
With some body work, this would probably be a good runner. So, 1947 is as accurate as any other year for this build.
This looks like a good price. If you want me to look at it, let me know.”
“My wife says I have too many toys! I bought this to restore and play with and I have never gotten to it. It is stored inside I bled the breaks but they probably need a break job to be dependable. Starts and runs great. Motor really purrs. It’s in nice shape for how old it is. Sure would be fun to fix up or restore like new or play as is. Come take a look .”
“1953 M38 Willys Jeep 4X4, completely restored, Buick V6, custom cooling, custom exhaust, power steering, power brakes, 14” clutch, T90 transmission, ALL new brakes and bearings, heater, new upholstery, new black soft top, new stainless gas tank, new tires, AIR CARED and more in excellent condition A MUST SEE $12,500.”
“1948 willys cj2a. runs and looks great . hard top that does come off. 50mph top speed on hwy,but it will go all most any where in 4 wheel drive. body straight,no dents. 134 cu in 4 cyl. engine all stock. roll bar, tow bar. great little jeep. lets talk. would like to sell and get a 20 ft pontoon boat.”
You don’t see many Jeeps with a Datsun drive train.
“Fun times in this old Jeep. Drop the top, remove the doors, and enjoy the weather. Runs great. Has a ’76 Datsun B210 4 cyl. engine and auto. transmission.”
(06/20/2009) Here’s a very nice looking, albeit slightly customized, FC-170.
“1959 FC-150 CAB ON A FC-170 FRAME AND AXLES,CONVERTED TO REBUILT CHEVY 350 MOTOR ,REBUILTTURBO 350 TRANS,NEW OAK BED FULL LADDER RACK,NEW UPHOLSTRY ON SEAT,DIAMOND PLATE INSIDE CAB,NEW TIRES,STILL NEEDS TO BE CONVERETED TO POWER STEERING AND BRAKES NEED TO BE GONE THROUGH,85% DONE, SOME ONE FINISH MY PROJECT ,OR”
