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UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/05/2022) No description provided. This has a variety of updates, including a rear tank setup with a filler door on the driver’s rear quarter panel.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/620825036145275
UPDATE: Still Available.
(05/08/2022) Runs on propane, but sound like it runs and drives(?). It has a Bobcat hood.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5153402291390772
“Have 47 Willy’s wheeler needs a lot of work and new axles put under it. Have a Dana60 Dana44 with 5:13 gears that will go with.has bare Toyota axles under it right now. had a cage done for it. the cage rear needs to be finished welded and a bunch of other stuff. Does run has a Chevy 4.3 on propane Dana 20 twin stick with aftermarket gears in it with front dig and a th350. 4link in the rear and springs in the front. Have a set of brand new fox 18in gas shocks for the rear.
Has some ok 35in tsl’s on beadlocks. Need a running vehicle more Than anything or cash me out. Have the title also. Really don’t wanna sell but times are hard..make me a good cash offer or trade. I’ll trade for a ls with a 5 speed also. I know it’s ugly and beat it’s a wheeler and pretty old.. i really don’t wanna part it out have to much stuff laying around as is.”
Listed as a 1946, the serial # 175762 puts it as 1948 model. Thanks to Mike for sharing.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1135043487437447/
“1946 Willy’s cj-2a, original flathead has been swapped for a overhead valve engine. No title, bill of sale.”
Not quite all “original” as there have been lots of little mods.
https://medford.craigslist.org/cto/d/klamath-river-1946-cj2a/7542220491.html
“1946 Willy’s CJ2A. MANY, MANY , MANY NEW PARTS ALL installed Willys parts. New tires and rims , military tires and Willy’s rim all new lug nuts. Old timers project lots of love all moving parts.Willy’s is all original. Body needs paint. Serious calls only .cash .located on Klamath river hiway, call for more info. Clear title in hand. Wanting to sell.”
This has a VEC body.
https://redding.craigslist.org/cto/d/red-bluff-willys-jeep-cj-1946/7540682950.html
“Restored 1946 Willys Jeep in very good condition less than 300 miles.”
No pics provided.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/pts/7542821487.html
“Cj2a parts/project old parts, new parts, rebuilt parts, rebuilt Buick v-6. NO TEXT!! Leave message I return your call and answer any questions you have”
It’s a mix of parts.
https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/d/tualatin-1947-cj2a-jeep/7541002431.html
It has 2A and 3A parts with a overhead valve
CJ3B Running Gear
Family Owned for over 45 years
Good Off Road Rig
Engine turns over
Hasn’t been used for a couple of years
95% Rust Free Body
Comes with Roll Bar, Tow Bar, Spare tire rack
Newer Radial Tires and wheels
Extra 4 tires and wheels
Bill of sale only w/ no title
Would consider a trade
Old guy who doesn’t text or email.”
The Ad notes that the listed price assumes additional work to be done. Contact the seller to discuss price.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/7540174737.html
“1948 Willys CJ-2A with a 1944 MBs body retrofit but with vintage parts such as grill, glovebox, lights, wind shield, seats,etc.
Very close as a complete MB clone. Has new top, straps, and seats. Many parts have been replaced including wiring and alternator to a 12v system, cables, gauges, shocks, and muffler. Includes tow bar. Engine runs fine with good compression psi: 135,120, 125, 130. Transmission has a new clutch.
I recently bought this Jeep from my uncle with title and Collector plate. He used in mostly to ride in
parades and show it at car shows with a military auto club. It has now been completely mechanically inspected and is in the process of professional auto work and I decided to start a restoration at my home under cover. Car is available to see while work is being completed.
Vin plate is missing so I have a special appointment set up with the State Patrol to have a reassigned vin number added to car frame and body. I will support with attendance if you want to conduct the inspection with State Patrol.
Car need three tires (one tire is new).
Several thousand dollars spend recently on new parts:
Replacing all new brakes lines and master cylinder, (new wheel cylinders are in place now)
Replacing front hub seals and all axles seals,
Replacing new emergency brake pads and rotational seals transfer case seals,
Replacing clutch and brake pedals and clutch and brake rotational shafts and brake arm.
Fuel line is new and replacing fuel gauge.
Replacing front axle bearings.
Replacing steering shaft and sleeve plus rebuilding steering box.
Bought 2 gallons of Army correct paint but do not have time to paint.
A few places have rust so I bought replacement panels and in process of replacing (but probably will not finish soon).
I do not need help selling or in a hurry. Selling for what I invested so far minus my time. Cash only and no trades. I plan to keep the Jeep if close to price is not met and continue restoration in the spring. Mechanical works should be completed soon.
I do not have time to finish the complete project thus reason for sale. Price reduction can be negotiated if you want the car as is and finish the work. Price listed is with most of stated work to be completed.
I will not reply to emails or texts, please call only. Please serious calls only and no low balls or scammers!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Might be a good price.
“All bone stock runs great Except its 12volt Price is firm”
Roger shared this CJ-2A with driver side indents. I suspect that top requires the vertical windshield. The bidding is currently at $3300 with 9 hours to go. The drain holes have been filled and bow holders removed, so this likely has had some bodywork. It’s listed as a 1945, but more likely a ’46.
https://emeraldestatesalesutah.hibid.com/catalog/401891/b-avenue-vehicles/
“Rebilt engine 289-Slow oil leak Has tow bar Would make great parade vehicle”
Has an early CJ-2A grille and 3A windshield, but otherwise looks in great shape.
https://pennstate.craigslist.org/cto/d/mill-hall-1948-willys-cj-2a/7537482453.html
“1948 Willys CJ2A
Good running condition. Nice driver, not a show car. Some dings, dents, and scratches visible up close. Mileage advertised reflects current reading on the odometer, which has likely rolled over.
Features:
– tow bar (not pictured)
– Koenig Iron Works model 100 mechanical winch (needs mechanical drive components to be functional)
– functional rear PTO
– windshield upgraded to CJ-3A
– includes matching spare tire, but there is no vehicle mount for it
New within the last few years:
– tires – Firestone NDT
– exhaust from manifold back
– leaf springs, pivot bolts, and shackles
Clean PA title in my name
Additional photos and videos available on request.”
Looks in good shape.
https://collegestation.craigslist.org/cto/d/college-station-1948-willys-cj-2a/7538700828.html
“1948 Willys CJ-2A – Have clean Texas title in hand. Complete rebuild from ground up finished two years ago. All running gear rebuilt with new bearings, seals, bushings throughout. New clutch, brakes, new copper/nickel brakelines, new gas tank, gauges, seats. Vilas Motor Works in Bryan Texas completely rebuilt the L-134 engine, sleeved back to factory specs, and have all receipts for proof. Optima Red Top battery, Delco alternator, and have nice external charger to go with it/maintenance. BMJP mil repro copper cored radiator. New body tub, fenders. New leaf springs, shackles, shocks, u-bolts, bushings. Original rebuilt Warn Locking hubs, Firestone Military NDT 17” tires, split combat rims including spare. Electric wipers. Restored original 1948 Texas plates that state will allow using to license jeep. Continue reading
Sat for years, but looks pretty stock.
https://nashville.craigslist.org/pts/d/chattanooga-1948-willys-jeep/7541830963.html
“1948 Willys Jeep. Body has rust but not bad. Has been sitting for years. Not running. Clear title. $3500. NO TRADES.”
UPDATE: price dropped to $8000.
(05/29/2022) Listed as a 1946/47, it sports the later model grille, this is more likely a 1947/48.
https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/d/addison-willys-jeep-cj2a/7533913340.html
“1946/47 Willys Jeep CJ2A – Price: $10,000.00
Milage: 50,780.8
Recently restored to running condition. Everything works, new gas tank. New brakes & axel seals.
Nice Huricane 134 Engine w/ alternator. Carb overhauled.
Nice seats. Rollbar. No leaks. Runs & drives great!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
Maybe some can use these?
“Original Willys Front end. These are all original Willys parts. Heavy surface rust but very solid, the windshield does include the glass. They are from my 1947 Willys I got a new body parts so I am selling these parts.
Reproduction parts that I just replaced cost me over $1,250.00. I will sell these parts for $600.00. I got new parts because I am not a body man and cannot put the finish on them that should be. Cash only on pick up, will not ship. No other currency excepted”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/06/2022) Might be some value here.
https://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/d/finleyville-willeys-jeep/7541356881.html
“1946 Willeys Jeep CJ2A
Rebuilt started”
The hood bumper suggests a nonstock engine.
https://columbiamo.craigslist.org/cto/d/columbia-1948-jeep-wyllis-cj2a/7535806734.html
“1948 Jeep Wyllis CJ2A. Just replaced several things and starts/runs/drives well. Real classic”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1400 for all.
https://springfield.craigslist.org/pts/d/west-plains-jeep-cj5-collection/7533037489.html
“Selling over 20 year collection of Willys CJ parts. Several flat fender parts and cj5 parts. F head block and head, pistons,rods, turned crank, never installed, l head parts, block head, miscellaneous, m38 body and frame(body rough), v6 Jeep frame and axles, several front and rear axles, steel top for cj5 v6, radiator for m38 or cj2, several bodies, rough, transmission/transfer, windshields, new brake parts, far too much to list. Price is firm. Suggest you come and look first and then bring a trailer if you decide to buy. Will take me hours to dig it all up. Getting older and trimming down my project list.
All cj stuff to go.”
Runs and drives.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/7528714066.html
“1948 willys jeep. Complete running jeep. Completely new wiring. All original. Seats need reupholstering and the paint is faded. Runs and drives well. 3 speed transmission. Rust under the passenger seat where the compartment is. Jeep is located in kelseyville Ca. In VERY good shape for its age. Price is obo.”
The jeep appears solid, though the drain holes have been filled, so the body should be checked for filler. This has an f-head and custom hood. There are additional mods.
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/d/solana-beach-1948-willys-cj2-jeep-new/7532324944.html
“Bought off Bring a Trailer for $11k over a year ago and was told it was in perfect shape, guess what and no surprise, that good old boy from Virginia lied through his teeth!!!
Anyways, I’ve had several Jeeps and this one has one of the nicest rust-free bodies, as well as complete and original gauges, E-Brake Handle, Seats, Motor and Trans. The engine has been completely rebuilt by a top shelf mechanic that works on my entire collection of rare and High cars such as Porsches, Mercedes, and muscle cars. I bought this as a beach cruiser, around, town summer fun car…
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No pics provided.
https://missoula.craigslist.org/pts/d/thompson-falls-jeep-project/7540662321.html
“2 Jeeps 47 CJ2-A (both titled) One is pretty much original. The other has upgraded wheels ,tires, Dana 30 narrow axles, 225 V-6 engine, much. Will not separate. Pictures available.”
Did this endure a fire? It appears to be a VEC. Unclear if there is much value here. The grille is drilled as if it was mounted to an M-38
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/pts/d/vista-1945-willys-jeep/7532576693.html
“Rolling project or lawn art.”
UPDATE: price dropped to $2950.
(07/20/2022) Unclear how much value is here. The body has several mods. No engine.
https://yuma.craigslist.org/cto/d/yuma-1946-willys-cj2-or-jeep4x4/7535881120.html
“DRIVE TRAIN COMPLETE MINUS ENGINE”
Thanks to Mike for sharing this VEC CJ-2A that’s being auctioned on Hemmings.com. While not a perfect restoration, there’s a lot to like here and it’s a long ways towards that goal. The jeep includes a rear PTO gearbox and drum pulley. While functional, the exhaust pipe appears under the frame in the first pic, so that would be a good thing to correct. The front frame rail area could use some restoration, too.
https://www.hemmings.com/auction/1945-willys-cj2a-920716
“You’ll need to look twice, but this is a fetching and genuine example of American automotive history. The seller states that this 1945 Willys Jeep CJ-2A, from the first year of civilian Jeep production, is also the 325th such vehicle built in 1945, based on its tub and serial numbers, which the seller says were commonly mismatched in those years. Believed to have been originally sold in California, the Jeep is reported to have undergone a four-year, body-off restoration that included a new master cylinder and wiring harness. Described as 90 percent complete, the Jeep is reported to have a rear-mounted power takeoff with a flat belt drive.”
Listed as a 1954, all signs point to it being a 1946 CJ-2A.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/574076270844306/
“Runs and drives. But needs new or rebuilt carburetor. Brake fluid leaks so brakes don’t work. Stuck in 4×4. $4500 or obo. open to trades.”
