Well, if the seller spent more time on eWillys, he would see more original, less unlatered CJ-3Bs! That aside, Rich spotted this solid looking flattie that could use some light body work.
“This is the most original and unaltered CJ3B I have ever seen. We bought it to laser scan and Faro Arm track the body, to create a digital model for a special project. So now that we are done, I am ready to sell this little vintage patina jewel to the next guy to enjoy. It has sat in our warehouse for the last year, doing nothing. We inspected and serviced it lightly. You may want to comb through it before a major outing. We made sure it stops, steers and runs well. It is 100% original. Engine is super smooth, and super simple. 35K original miles. Original paint and markings, even the original wood windshield frame perches are still there! No rust, a few bumps and bruises, but an exceptional virgin CJ. Thanks for looking! JW
TLC is a licensed California dealership. We specialize in vintage Toyota Land Cruisers. Document and paperwork fee of $110 will be added to high bidder. Feel free to come visit. Global shipping can be arranged, at buyers expense”
Man. Where to start? It looks solid but the toolbar, bumper, tail lights are not original.
TLC is the company that has Jonathan Ward as the CEO. He is also the owner of ICON 4×4, and owns the rights to the CJ- 3B name. As to the originality of all the components on this 3B, I can’t say, but in the ICON story this Jeep was bought as is to do the laser scan and measurements for the ICON 3B. I think it’s kind of neat its for sale. It has some history. I know TLC and ICON are doing well. Personally I really like the ICON 3B and if (when) I get the cash I’d probably order one. Heck it’s only money and you only get one go on this big blue ball.
Frank,
That’s some good information. I didn’t make that connection and it might make this CJ-3B more unique.
To me, it does make the seller’s claims that much stranger given the connection with CJ-3Bs, as there are a number of issues with the original condition of this just as Bob suggests.
I’m not sure why he made the claims of this being unaltered and all but it wouldn’t take a lot to make it all stock. Clearly he bought the Jeep and the 3B name to create the ICON brand and build a business around that, not to restore the original. Whoever buys this will have a very solid platform on which to build a nicely restored 3B. Jonathan recently built up a Jeepster with a modern drivetrain and restored exterior that looks quite nice. I believe he’s considering working with designers on the first generation Broncos. Nice to have the money to do stuff like that.