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Buz found this photograph in a Detroit forum archive while searching for something else You have to scroll half way down to see the picture. The CJ-2A in the rear is a VEC. I can’t quite tell about the one in front.
http://atdetroit.net/forum/messages/6790/74900.html?1168097409
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
There might be value here.
“46 willys cj2a early production with the tool indent on the body. it is missing the motor and the seats. The tub needs work but for the year not too bad. It is a project but the tub is pretty rare if you are in to original and not repo. I also have another tub that needs work for 200 as well as fenders and hoods but again they need work. Give me a call or text and I will try and answer any questions”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900
(11/30/2012) This looks like it was a VEC body. The price looks good.
“Runs and drives well, would trade for guns”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was listed at $3490.
Serial number 14984.
The seller lists this as a 1947, but this is a ’46.
“Selling my black plate 1947 Willys Jeep CJ2a, it’s an early model with the rare column shift. Original color beige.
I have brand new parts for about 1000$, still in the box that comes with it.
The car is unmolested, very original, very little rust.
Comes with two sets of wheels, the original size and a slightly bigger size.
Try to take some pictures today.”
This is an early one. It may be a good restoration candidate.
“1945 Willys CJ2A #10277 Column Shift, tool dents a rare find. Needs restoration. ran when it was stored last year.”
http://nh.craigslist.org/cto/3437660593.html
This looks like a good price.
“Very nice Cj2a 1946 VEC. Can be a daily Driver. Older engine rebuild, recent paint and cosmetic overhaul. Close to original with 12 volt modification , Cj3a windshield. Body and frame tags match, engine number is in consistent with serial number and considered original. Can send more pics if interested.”
http://buffalo.craigslist.org/cto/3428148678.html
UPDATE: This was priced at $2250. **SOLD**
This looks like a good price. It’s listed as a 1948, but the body and serial number suggests a ’46.
“1948 Willy’s CJ2A
New military tires
new seats
new fuel tank
new battery
new front bumper
fresh brakes
original flathead 4 cylinder
The hard work is done, now just body work and fine tuning.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(09/27/2012) This has a column shift and some square washers, but it missing other VEC elements.
“I have a 1945 CJ-2A for sale with a clear Ohio title# The vehicle is located in NE Ohio 44691# It has been redone# This vehicle is #373 of 1824 made in the closing days of WW2 for civilian use# It shares many parts/traits with the military jeeps of the era# It is a very rare vehicle# All numbers match on the frame horn, dash plate and under hood# I believe the tailgate ACM is #376# The date stamps on the axles, etc#indicate the jeep was probably made on or just prior to the day we dropped the bomb on Hiroshima# The L134 engine has been rebuilt #red# and is not original to the vehicle# It carries at least 40 lbs# of oil pressure at idle and 60 lbs# when driving# There are no issues with the engine# I recently replaced the fuel pump#The jeep tracks straight down the road with no wobble# It is a 3 speed on the column as it should be# It will sometimes jump out of second gear only on deceleration# I have not found it a problem to warrant a rebuild# Low/high 4wd work as they should# It is a 6 volt system# All wiring has been replaced, all gauges, etc# work with the exception of the horn #the relay works so it is in the horn proper## There is a rear seat which has been redone as have the others# There is no rust and it leaks very little oil# The gas tank, fuel lines are new as is the radiator and hoses# There are many new parts and a receipt book comes with the vehicle# All window glass has been replaced as have the seals# The brakes are exceptional# There are no tool indents, that panel was replaced as were several other body panels when it was redone however the floor, tailgate, windshield, fenders, hood, grille and dash are origional# Standard rear hitch seems quite heavy duty#”
The column shift is gone, but the hubs and tool indents are there.
“For Sale is a great piece of Americana history. 1945 willys jeep w/ clear title. Comes with 2 transmitions, original motor wheels. Front tow hitch.Needs to be completely restored. CASH ONLY. Green Country Trader 9-one-8-three-5-one-nine-0-8-four”
http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/3408442565.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $29,000. It appears to have a column shift.
“This 1946 Willys Jeep, Ser. # 13241 has been totally restored to new condition and I have the old parts. It has no miles, I have taken to shows on a trailer. I am 78 and get my kicks from building/restoring, not driving. I will sell or trade for a newer model Wrangler or Rubicon, V/6, auto with low miles of like value.”
