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UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500 Includes an OD.
(09/02/2017) Has a few updates.
“48 Willys jeep flat fender Buick v6 2500 hundred miles
on engine,overdrive, winch, dual fuel tanks good tires runs great needs paint”
https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/6308750449.html
It’s a project.
“We inherited this old Jeep. It had been worked on a little bit, it has to go. ASKING $1800-$2000”
https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/bar/d/46-willies-jeep/6312599275.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $10,000
(05/09/2017) Craig spotted this nice looking VEC.
“1946 Willys CJ-2A very early civilian column shift VIN 28537
CJ2A
VEC Jeep
Civilian model, not military MB WWII Jeep
Completely rebuilt in 2010, including new body (tub costs over $2000 alone without hood, front fenders, grill, windshield frame, etc.), rebuilt engine (new pistons, rings, water pump, oil pump, etc.), transmission, transfer case and axles – like getting a “new” 1946 Jeep for much less than it would cost you to buy the parts and pay the labor to build it – and, to top it off, it is a coveted VEC model, too! Nice enough that you could run it in a parade or take it to a show, but not so nice that you’d be afraid of using it!
94,703 miles.
Pennsylvania antique registration.”
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-willys-cj-2a-very-early/6300650694.html
It runs.
“1947 willys jeep runs and drives 4×4 make me an offer !!!! Has GPW- 6015 engine”
https://asheville.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-jeep/6309594633.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
Looks rough.That’s a taller hardtop. I’m not certain what brand it is.
“1946 CJ-2A, clear title. Frame tag and cowl tag are present, matching, and match the title. The engine is RMC-marked on the top of the deck in front. The engine supposedly turns, but I have not tried to make it turn due to harmonic balancer being removed. There are extra parts included with this jeep. $1000.00. Located in MD near Baltimore”
I think more than “a little” elbow grease will be required.
“We are selling our project jeep! A little elbow grease and you’ll have a great piece of history!”
https://fredericksburg.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-cj-jeep-willys/6299659728.html
It’s rough.
“SELLING: my ’48 WILLY’S 2nd PRICE REDUCTION} CJ2A JEEP. This is the civilian model ” FARM” jeep, as they are sometimes called. Can add the PTO, the flat belt adapter and the 3 point lift. I think I have enough items to make it PTO/ 3 PT. lift. These items do not come with jeep, This jeep is in good cond., very little surface rust, and no rust-thru. Runs and drives good, I have not driven on highway. New gas tank, new carb, good title. Needs some minor work. Call if interested, Thanks for looking,”
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/grd/d/1948-willys-cj2a-jeep/6246118124.html
It’s a project.
“1946 Willys CJ2A project. Title is good and black tags are up to date.
I am putting in a 4.0L ford V6 in but is just mocked up, nothing cut up yet. Pretty complete except drive shaft. I have the misc. parts and the engine goes with it.”
https://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/pts/d/1946-willys-cj2a/6308841386.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
This looks like a good a price. No title.
“1946 willys jeep cj2a in excellent condition body is very solid for 71 years old . I bought this as a prodject a year ago has a new top, new wheels, new winch new seats front and back recent tune up way to many new parts to list on here 4×4 works good engine runs great org flathead 4 cyl. I have a new jeep and don’t have room for two. I have over 4500 in this .sold with a bill of sale because of missing title I have all of the paper work from the dmv to apply for a new title or just use on a farm needs to have the wireing hooked back up for the lights to work . asking 4000 obo No low ball offers I know what these are worth . jeep will need to be trailered brakes need bled. may be interested in a trade for a 1977-1980 Pontiac firebird nothing else . so please don’t ask Cash sale only”
Looks nice.
“Buick V6, electric radiator fan, Advance Adapter to a 4speed with overdrive Super T10 transmission. New Dual Friction Centerforce clutch, recently installed power steering, fully enclosed soft top, bikini top, Alcoa wheels, diamond plate, matching spare tire. All original body panels in great shape. Hard to find another 1946 willy’s in this great of condition.”
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-willys-cj2a/6304083552.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
Could be a good price.
“Hate to let it go…no time or space. Runs great and drives. Transmission works good. Needs to go to a good home.”
This has an M-38 hood and a passenger side gas tank.
“Great hunting vehicle. This Willy’s has a small Buick V-6. Great tires and wheels. Brand new dual fuel tanks. Very nice top.’
https://missoula.craigslist.org/cto/d/1948-willys-jeep/6300866481.html
Has the Cab Enclosure hardtop. No description provided.
https://goldcountry.craigslist.org/cto/d/awesome-1946-jeep-willys/6308408622.html
It’s a project.
“I have 1948 willys jeep.. It has chev’s rebuilt engine.. it’s has 80% of work done. Body of the jeep is in good condition.. only need paint…”
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/1948-willys-jeep/6309009877.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2000.
(06/23/2017) Needs some work. Has some mods.
“1948 Jeep CJ2A with Chevy 283 engine (same engine in very old Corvettes) and auto transmission, and even a PTO next to the transmission. It also has Toyota truck axles with a Posi of sorts, so it sends power to the wheel that has the grip. If you’re looking for stock, this is not the one for you. If you’re looking one built for serious 4×4 capability, then this is a good one.
Engine and transmission ran fine before this sat for many years in my driveway. I rebuilt the carburetor 1 1/2 years ago, and it started right up. However, I put it in drive, and nothing happened. It has continued to sit, and it’s time to go to a someone that can fix it up. It has an incredible starting base, just needs to be fixed up, and you’ll get people surrounding you every time you stop in order to check it out.
Other things it will need – tires, radiator, seats, a tune-up, and of course, transmission rebuild. You will have to tow it, and it will come with a tow-bar.
Setting the price at $3000 or obo. No low ballers, because I’d rather fix it up myself than entertain a ridiculous offer. I can’t answer calls during the day, but texts ok – may take awhile to get back to you though. I can take calls in the evening after 7”
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/1948-willys-jeep-cj2a/6305287440.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
Bill spotted this one. Note the unusual fork lift setup on the rear. I don’t know if this was a one-off creation or a purchasable piece of equipment. Looks to be hydraulically operated.
“Classic but very tired post war jeep. All complete, this jeep lived most of it’s life (so far) on an Avacado Orchard in San Diego area. Hence the pack fork (short lift forklift) on the back. It was used to move boxes of Avo’s around the orchard and general farming duties. That area is hilly so it comes with some dents.
The motor was near dead, I drove the jeep a little, pulled the motor and found it was already punched to 80 over so needs sleeves or replacement.
Comes with pink slip (what are the chances of that) and all the jeep stuff I have which isn’t much beyond pictured.Sc
Scammers, save your effort, cash is king. Will trade for vintage (euro) motorcycles/scooters”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3650.
(06/13/2017) Here’s an early jeep. It’s been converted to a floor shift, but the original steering column appears to be there.
“If you’re looking for a true American icon that is in very restorable condition this could be for you. The Willys CJ2A “Jeep” was the first jeep made available to the public in numbers after it became the vehicle so widely loved by the allies during WWII. The 1945 model is the first born of the civilian jeep family and began the civilian lineage for ALL the jeeps that followed. There were 1824 units produced for the 1945 model year. It appears as though there are 40+ units registered in the “CJ2A Page” webpage forum so it is a very rare beast. This one was originally pasture green. The body tub and tailgate ACM #’s are 2122.
The body and frame tags are in the correct positions so I assume them to be correct. The engine S/N is 11725-B. It runs well. Compression runs from a high of 88 psi on #3 to 70 psi on #2. Oil pressure is 20 psi at idle to 40+. The original column shift linkage is gone but the transmission still retains the side shift attachment points. I do have the correct, restorable transmission, column and transfer case with E-brake to return this Jeep to the original column shift/drivetrain configuration. The clutch works well and it shifts nicely. The original transfer case was replaced by a later, larger diameter idler shaft style, which functions well. The rear axle appears to be date coded 9 18 45. I could not determine the date code on the front but it is the earlier style with bolt on control arms.
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UPDATE: Price dropped to $10,900.
(11/23/2016) Looks solid.
“1946 Willys CJ-2A 4×4 Jeep Are you a Jeep lover? This is for you. 95% Restored. Frame off restoration. New U joint, brakes pads, lines, cylinders, master cylinder, fuel lines. New bearings & seals in axles. New bumpers, leaf sprungs, shackles. New seals in engine. Transmission rebuilt. Motor runs good. Soft top & doors. No rust! Call for more details or to look it over.”
https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/cto/d/1946-willys-cj-2a-4×4-jeep/6291559034.html
Jim shared this one. Not quite “all original”, especially the cargo area.
“1947 willys jeep runs and drives all original”
https://raleigh.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-jeep/6305620601.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4800
“for sale, 1948 willys jeep with 327 chev. V8, T14/3 speed, model 20 transfer case, dana 30front, dana 44 rear, new clutch & pressure plate, new brakes & drums all around, new brake lines & cylinders, newer soft top, & doors motor runs strong & clean, street legal, all lights work, drives very nice & if you wish it is stupid FAST. no I will not ship. I have clean title in hand.”
“Black tag” means it is tagged non-operational.
“Bought this awhile back to fix up obviously it’s not happening $5,000. 1948 Willys Jeep has a 302 in it the transfer and transmission is stock. It has a new aluminum radiator I don’t know too much about it I bought it I gave it a lift and when I did the lift it slowed me down on everything I can tell you what I know I have title in hand tags are current but it is black tagged”
https://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/d/1948-willys-jeep/6302111190.html
Could be a good price.
“1948 Willys CJ2 A
Awesome Fun!
225 Dauntless V6 Engine
4 X 4
Headers and Sidepipes
New Tires, Brakes, Seats, Bikini Top”
https://madison.craigslist.org/cto/d/1948-willys-cj2/6303348460.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4250.
Seller notes the body isn’t very good, but has another one, but that one also needs work.
“I am listing my 1946 Cj2a everything below the body has been blasted and painted. The body is no good. I do have another tub with a good floor but has other issues that can be fixed. Runs great trans is good needs a gasket kit. Steering box rebuilt and drives good. To many other things to list. 4250 I don’t need to sell it just looking at a different project.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
The jeep ran and drive before disassembly. Now it’s a project.
“I’m selling my 1947 CJ2A project. The jeep runs and drives (just not now). When I got it in February/March, I was driving it around, then realized the transfer case had a stuck fork. So the transfer-case was rebuilt.
Here is what needs to be done:
-Clutch work
-bleed the brakes
-electrical
-body work
Everything is there albeit a few broken bolts that were discarded during disassembly. Comes with extra jerry cans and an original WWII Grill. This would make a great military jeep when restored!
This was going to be restoration project but real-life has since gotten in the way. No tire-kickers”
