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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Includes 2 additional engines.
“1947 Willys cj2a Jeep, not running, I have 2 motors that goes with it. Good tires, clear title, tow bar, new carb, $1500 firm”
UPDATE: **SOLD** $3500.
This has M-151 rims on the rear. I’d examine those front frame rails, too.
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A. All original 4cylinder, manual transmission. Rebuilt carb, new gas tank. Runs and drives 4×4 works all the lights and gauges work even horn works. The brake master cylinder needs to be replaced and the throttle pedal linkage needs work. Bill of sale Asking $3500”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2250
(01/11/2016) Appears to have the f-head makeover.
“11948 WILLYS JEEP, RUNS, DRIVES. NOT ORIGINAL ENGINE NO TRADES, HAVE ORIGINAL SEATS”
Looks solid and has a variety of updates.
“Custom rebuild, CJ2A, clean small block Chevy conversion, Warn all-gear overdrive, Chevy steering, 5.38 gears, 11″ front brakes, Best Top & Bikini Top, electric wipers, very clean, extras. $10,700 obo”
https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-willys/6447158349.html
I can’t quite tell which front hubs this has.
“1972 Volkswagen bug on a 1947 Willys Jeep frame and motor.
Runs good a lot of new parts, all new breaks.
Needs a few finishing touches, lights not working, have a new wiring harness that needs to be installed.”
https://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/d/4×4-volkswagen-beetle-vw-bug/6423458295.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
John’s selling his rebuilt CJ-2A.
“Redone from the frame up!! Approximately 95 miles since rebuild completed. Perfect for hunting lease, trail riding or just cruising around the neighborhood. Converted front brakes to disk and added turn signals for safety. All drive-train has been completely gone through. It still has the L134 engine and three speed manual transmission with 5:36 gears. Warn hubs were added for use of low range without need to be in four-wheel drive. Tree inch suspension lift. 8,000 pound electric winch. Rear seat pedestals are small locking safe’s for storage.”
https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1947-willys-jeep-cj2a/6450102470.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
The seller indicates there are 2 CJ-2As for sale, but the pics only show one CJ-2A, though a CJ-3B sits in the background. The other “CJ-2A” is described as having an Fhead, so I suspect the 3B in the background is the other jeep for sale.
“2 – CJ2A Willys Jeeps;
One with factory winch and PTO. L head engine; starts and runs good, brakes – lots of rust!!
Second CJ2A complete with F Head engine, but motor stuck; better condition.
$2,500 for both or $1,500 for running machine.”
This Toyota body is sitting on a CJ-2A chassis with some updates.
“• 151 ci “Iron Duke” 4 cyl. (10,000 miles on rebuild).
• SM465 Chevrolet truck 4 speed.
• 1948 Willys, Dana/Spicer 23 front end (5.38 ratio).
• 1948 Willys, Dana/Spicer 18 transfer case.
• 44 Spicer rear end (off set).
• 11″ brake conversion.
• Warn overdrive.
• Floater kit with locking hubs.
• Warn 8000 lb. winch.
• Boom for front if wanted.
• Runs, but needs carb work (I have a spare carb).
• Clean Title”
https://skagit.craigslist.org/pts/d/1970-toyota-4×4-pu-with-jeep/6442857564.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/09/2017) Not sure how much value is here.
“Selling a WIllys Jeep. Needs work. Has engine and transmission. Will need work on both. No paper work. Good tires.”
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/46-48-willys-jeep/6418122222.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
Unusual roll bar.
“1949 Jeep Willy with snowplow.”
Doesn’t run.
“1949 Willys Jeep cj2a with title. Needs work. Does not run but has complete engine. See pictures for details or contact me for more information.”
https://grandisland.craigslist.org/cto/d/1949-willys-jeep/6444646194.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
(12/28/2017) Steve shared this one. Sell listed this as a 1949, but based on the serial number it was manufactured near the end of the 1948 run.
“Late Willys CJ-2A Jeep, manufactured shortly before switch to CJ-3A. Runs and drives well. Rebuilt engine. 12-volt electrical system. Operating Meyer snow plow with original hydraulic pump and custom-made reinforced mounting rig. Original Willys hood, tailgate, windshield, front seats and rear seat, with original-style vinyl covers by Beachwood Canvas. Repro CJ/M38 body tub has some rust but definitely repairable.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $325
Seems like some value here.
“Old Willy’s. Axles are good, and the engine will crank, but it doesn’t run and drive. Be Good yard art or use drive train for parts.
Update due to so many questions.
I have the original 134 engine. I have extra clutch, radiators, starter, generator, seat frames and original filters, etc. Some from this Jeep it and Other parts are from a 1948. All the parts go with it. I also have old registration papers through the 70s and 80s on it as well.
It is in rough shape. Very rusty body, for those who want a vehicle to restore, the body is beyond that point so look elsewhere.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
Peter noted that it looks like the driver side front spring is bent near the front shackle.
Ted shared this jeep. It has a few updates, including a spray liner on the interior and underside.
“Offered here is a 1946 Civilian Willys Jeep. This driver comes out of an estate and collection of fine automobiles. The in-house mechanic states that the engine and transmission have been rebuilt and the brakes are in good working order. Newer paint was applied and the vehicle shows well. The floors and undercarriage plus the inside of the fenders have been undercoated. A roll bar has been installed. The windshield glass on the driver’s side has a crack and will need replacement. Some paint bubbling was noticed also on the windshield frame. This is a no-nonsense little cruiser. Perfect for running around town, as a grocery-getter, a vehicle for advertising, parades or simply to show and enjoy. The vehicle is currently on display at the Murphy Automobile Museum in Oxnard, California.”
This has an early windshield. It also has a floor shift, though the pics don’t show if it was once a column shift or not.
“This is a very very early civilian jeep, perhaps the very first few that rolled off after the war as it still has the MB body. Originally came with the rare column shift but later converted to stick on floor. All original drive train. Starts right up but needs restoration. Body is very solid with some bondo. Original Arizona vehicle last licensed in 1970. A great project that can be worth getting into. Serious enthusiasts only please.”
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/1946-jeep-willys-cj2a-vej/6444853846.html
This has a rear bench. That engine looks more like an f-head than an l-head.
“Lost storage, engine not running, have second engine flathead original type, complete but #1 main bearing spun. Have found original seats.”
https://bend.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-willys-cj2a/6442690457.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
(12/22/2017) Has some updates and a Cab Enclosure hardtop.
“1947 Willys Flat fender. Mostly original. Has Buick v6, factory axles manual transmission, new 33×9.50×15 wild county tires on black steel wheels. Has hard top , hard doors, bikini top and extra windshield. Runs and drives well. Mostly restored. Very straight good paint and no rust. $5000 obo. Willing to trade for cj7, Tj, or built one ton axles with passenger side drop or what else you got??? Thanks for looking. Clean title.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800
The foundation for this jeep is a 1948 CJ-2A, but there are some CJ-3A parts here as well. Looks like a good price.
“Start 2018 off right by finally getting that vintage Jeep you’ve always wanted. The New Years resolution you can actually keep!
Up for sale is a 1948 Jeep basket case. I had planned on building this project for many years and it’s finally time for me to face the reality – it’s not going to get finished. I purchased this mess way back in 1998 and it’s sat in a warehouse since then. My plan was to do a restoration, so everything I have is original. If you know about 1946 – 1949 CJ’s you will know exactly what you are looking at. I am quite confident I have a 98% complete project here.
I have two tubs. The brown one is a CJ-2a tub which would have come with the ’48 frame. The red tub is a 1949 CJ-3a tub which the only difference is the wheel wells were shortened to allow the seats to be moved back 2” so the driver would have more leg room. I was going to use this tub for some panels to complete the ’48 tub.
I’m not sure if “basically complete” is accurate, but there certainly seems to be some parts here.
“2 jeeps for sale 1947 cj2a no title 750 also a 1966 cj5 with clean title 1500 both are basicly complete”
https://bgky.craigslist.org/pts/d/2-jeeps-1947-and-1966/6443603657.html
No pics provided. Highly modified.
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/1948-willys-cj3a-with-modern/6442066750.html
“So this is a 1948 CJ3A, titled as such with only two parts on it that are original. Everything else is from a samurai. Basically it’s a fiberglass jeep body, bolted onto a 1994 samurai frame with all samurai running gear. It was built to be ultra light, with the bench mark of below 1800 lbs which meets the legal requirements for a side by side (class IV UTV) to go on side by side only delegated trails. It’s also a fully insured street legal registered 48 cj3a (no DEQ to meet). The fiberglass body is also made to be 8” longer than a stock CJ3A has to accommodate taller drivers. Why a samurai? Everything on a samurai is built to be lightweight. The engine is fuel injected, aluminum block and heads, fully dressed weights 175 lbs…….. If you think bolting a chevy 350 inside a CJ2A is a good idea this rig probably isn’t for you. If you recognize the biggest advantage you can have off road is lightweight, we should talk. It takes the idea of “go anywhere” to a whole new level.
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UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $8000.
It looks clean, though not restored quite to original.
“I’m selling my beautiful 1948 CJ2A. Restored to original condition. I drive it around town, but want to clear the room for another restoration. The engine, transmission, body and suspension all original. I have the bows for the top but never installed it. It has been converted to 12 volt. Runs great!”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $16,000.
(11/02/2017) Has a variety of updates. Looks good.
“1947 Willys CJ, 1968 327 with performance heads, roller tip rockers, cam, performance intake, Holly 650 carb, MSD ignition, entire exhaust system is ceramic coded, flowmaster mufflers, muncie 4 speed, overdrive, 427 gears front and rear, locking rear hubs, fox shocks, new tires and wheels, off road lights, new optama battery, new autometer gauges, new heater, new stereo with amp, 15 gallon fuel cell, powder coated tow bar and front bumper, full enclosure with doors, rear seat, train horn, tow hooks, beautiful jeep….”
https://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/d/1947-willys-cj-2-jeep/6439512200.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1600.
Looks like a good price.
“Two 1948 Willys jeeps. Old Flat fenders. Been sitting for years , need work. Not much rust. One has good clear colo . title. health reasons I can no longer repair these old dreams. build one or two. also extra parts . $1600 Cash for both”
No pics provided.
“1947 Willy’s Jeep runs good 3500 obo
Has flat head 4 cylinder engine
We replaced the original fuel pump with an electronic one
The tub is fiberglass but from the seats forward it is original
The windshield is cracked but I am having that replaced
Good tires (tractor style traction) will go anywhere. Seats need to be reupholstered”
https://rapidcity.craigslist.org/atq/d/1947-willys-jeep/6431836209.html
Has a winch, but it doesn’t work.
“Own a piece of history. 1946 Jeep Willy with a chevy 350. 4 speed tranny with warn overdrive. Lockers front and rear. 2″ lift with 32″ bfg’s. Leather seats and z28 steering column. Winch doesn’t work. Full roll cage.Tow bar.spare tire w/ highlift jack.soft too with full doors and I also have metal half doors that go with. Motor has msd ignition, intake and headers. Low miles.Sounds real good.has a lot of power for an old Jeep. Asking 10,000 obo as is. May be willing to sell without the motor for less.”
https://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-jeep-willys-chevy-350/6438900367.html
