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Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
Needs work, but looks pretty stock. Given those steps have survived it might not have been beat up too much.
“All original good body, no damage. Original 4 Cyl. engine. Includes original trailer. In barn for 20 yrs, but had it running a few years ago. I would restore it myself, but I am 85 yrs old.”
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/ant/cto/d/1948-willys-jeep-cj2a/6360646162.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.
May need a transfercase rebuild and a new clutch, but I still think this may be a good price.
1952 Canadian military M38 “jeep” built buy Ford of Canada.
A direct copy of the Willy’s American built M38 with a few custom features for the Canadian Government.
The biggest difference was the addition of a Warren front winch and data plates with Imperial units.
Correct British radio set.
This is an older armature restoration.
The Good:
Runs great! Has a Jasper rebuilt engine, Starts right up and is quiet and smooth.
Brakes are in excellent shape. New master cyl and 90% plus brake shoes.
Excellent top and interior, Good Canadian made tires.
Drives and shifts well.
Comes with the correct Canadian built trailer.
The bad:
Clutch slips under a heavy load.
Has a noisy bearing in the transfer case.
Use it as a parade or trailer queen or fix and hit the road!
$8500 No Trades! If its listed its for sale!”
https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/1952-m38-cdn-army-jeep-with/6359476825.html
UPDATE: This was listed on BAT’s auction, but only reached $11,600, less than its reserve.**SOLD** Was on ebay
“This Jeep CJ-3A is a restored example that was featured on BaT in January of 2014. Power is supplied by a L-134 “Go Devil” four-cylinder and 3-speed manual transmission. The seller states that the previous owner purchased the jeep from the second owner in 2003, and restoration work was completed in 2004. It has been co-owned by the seller and a business partner since 2014. Just under 21k miles have been driven since the completion of restoration work, around 500 miles of which were driven during the seller’s ownership. Details of the restoration include replacement of the body tub, sandblasting and refinishing the frame, a new top and interior, and detailing of the mechanical components.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
(10/15/2017) Almost original condition with a few minor changes.
“1948 JEEP CJ2A, completely original condition, purchased from original family, total nuts and bolts mechanical restoration was done, have all receipts ! New brakes and wheel cylinders, new seals, bearings and more, new u joints and serviced and resealed transfer case, new brake hoses and lines where needed, all electric works, lights and rear lights plus signals work perfectly, comes with extra set of ndt tires. Antique license registered, never pay again! Love the Patina, covering original gray paint is a very faded maroon shade . Wet sanding w 1500 grit will remove it. Ready for a new project, garaged since purchased, carb rebuilt, new fuel pump and all oil leaks fixed, mild drips from rear of motor. lots of new and nos parts included.”
UPDATE: Claus confirmed that this same jeep was on eBay for $20k recently. If you see this posted other places on Craigslist, I’d suggest flatting it.
Craig shared this ad. The too-good-to-be-true price on this beautiful M-38 suggests it is likely a scam. The phone number for the ad is a California one, but it was listed in the Ann Arbor, Michigan, Craigslist. That doesn’t automatically mean it’s a scam (as I still have my Cali phone number), but is just another reason to be suspect.
“Also has new 12 volt batteries. Totally rebuilt engine and transmission”
https://annarbor.craigslist.org/cto/d/willysnavy-variant/6356779791.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $10,000.
(09/28/2017) Incorrect grille for a 1949.
“Selling our 1949 Willys jeepster. Car runs great. Willys only mad this car for 4 years and it’s 1 of 2960 made in 1949. Were only selling it because we have 2 babies and no time to drive. Car was driven in Hot August Nights. I have all records including pictures of the car before it was restored. Great weekend driver. $12,500 obo.”
https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/d/classic-1949-willys-jeepster/6335282534.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/18/2017) “1954 Willys Jeep in all original condition except for the paint job, which is his favorite color. This is my grandpas Jeep and he has owned it for 30+ years. Used primarily for getting some popcorn from the popcorn stand on sundays and taking a drive through town at about 25 mph. Also used for a parade each year as well. He has the original jump seat for the back and the original complete top for it as well. I believe it is a soft top.
He told me it has 11,000 miles on it. I thought it was more like 16,000, but I could be wrong… So it’s either around 11,000, but no more 16,000… And again, all original. Has been well kept and well maintained over the years. However, I don’t think he’s driven it for a few years now due to it getting a little difficult to get in and out of, so it may need to be freshened up a little bit. Always use to start as soon and as quick as you could push the button and always purred like a kitten. Feel free to contact me with questions and or offers and I will pass them on to my grandpa and communicate back to you that way.”
https://madison.craigslist.org/cto/d/1954-willys-jeeporiginal/6347060524.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9,000.
“Completely rebuilt in 1990
Very clean.
Includes soft sided doors”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
Looks like it’s in good shape.
“This is my 1955 willys cj5. It has been my pride and joy for the last 12years, and I am ready to let someone else enjoy this wonderful vehicle.
It is a blast to drive, and great to look at! It was fully restored in 2006. It served me as my Daily driver all through high school and then some years after. It has been kept indoors for the last 10 years. The more kids we have the less it gets driven, and it is depressing to see it set and not get used. I would rather have someone enjoy it than have it set in my garage with the other “toys” I don’t use anymore.
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/19/2017) Doug spotted this one. It’s a column shift. No view of the driver’s side provided.
“1946 Willys CJ2a Jeep for sale. Family owned since new. Very good condition, has snowplow and power takeoff (both rarely used).”
https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/46-willys-cj2a-jeep/6349694237.html
