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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500
It looks like this jeep has had some interesting upgrades. I’ve seen a few other jeeps with the Ford 9 inch rear, but am not clear what the advantages of that are.
“Willys CJ2A Low Hood Flat Fender Jeep. Engine is a fuel injected 4.3 liter Chevy V6. Manual transmission, newly rebuilt transfer case, Ford 9 inch rear, winch. Asking $8500 or best offer. In Yakima, WA.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500
“1945 Willys Jeep- It has a 4 cylinder engine which turns over, but it has an electrical problem somewhere so it is not starting. It has a rebuilt starter. It also has a tow bar, a roll bar, and dualmatic locking hubs. Needs brake job. I have the pink slip and it’s registered as a non-op. We have too many projects and need to sell this one.”
This may be a pretty good deal if the bodies are in reasonable shape.
“1947 Willy’s and 1948 Willy’s. Both are complete the 47 has been inside for over 15 years and the 48 has been inside for over 12 years. Both should run with some tender loving care. The 47 has not been started or ran in over 2 years. The 48 has not ran since purchased over 12 years ago. Previous owner used it frequently and I purchased it for a project. Have aluminum hard top and soft top, too. Buy the whole works for $2500.00 You won’t be disappointed.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price
“1946 Willys CJ2A, Built, Chevy 350 small block, Only 16,000 miles on the engine, Electronic Ignition, Headers, Flowmasters, Tilt front-end, Roll-Cage, Soft-Top (removable), VDO dash gauges, Custom Fabricated, Traction/Stabilizer bars”
Not bad for a parts jeep or fun jeep for $500. It looks like most everything is there.
“47 willys engine is out. I have engine the block has several cracks in it. No title. Frame is solid.”
The ad says 1947, but the body in the pics looks like an MB or GPW. Apparently there are two jeeps and extra parts.
“2 Jeeps (military) great for hunting or restoration project, one running and the other used for parts. Also extra parts – grill, fenders, 2 extra blocks. Asking $3500 but can be flexible. Call 903-498-7089 for more information.”
UPDATE: Still Available
This looks like a well modified jeep. Of course, I’m partial to the rims.
“1947 Willys CJ2A fresh small block Chevy 350, 3 speed auto, 44 in rear w/locker, 30 in front, 4 core radiator w/2 electric fans, off-road carb kit, power steering w/tilt and Jeep steering wheel, power brakes w/discs in front, 2 new BFG muds, Jeep seats front & rear, full roll cage, spare tire mount, winch plate, good glass, comes w/spare tires & wheels and a few miscellaneous spare parts. ”
I’m not sure if this is a PNW legal racer or not. It may just be a sand/mud buggy. I can’t tell for sure, but I suspect the body is fiberglass, probably a bobcat body, as the rim around the back looks wider than a standard body. I am wondering why they dont’ have a front bumper on the thing. There about $800 is tires alone, if in decent shape.
“i have a 41 flat fender willys jeep it has a 350 and a 700r tranny and a narowed toyota rearend and five point harrnesses it comes with a set of 31” paddles and a wheelie bar askin 3500 or trade for something 4×4 and of equal value.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
“80% original 1948 CJ2A Farm Jeep. Built for trail riding. Low mileage, good running Buick v-6 231 adapted to stock tranny trans-case. Axles have 5:38 gears and the front end has been updated with 11″ brakes. Rear end is lincoln locked. Full roll cage w/pads for safety. Body is in very good condition for the year, but has a little rust. Dual exhaust, newer covered seats, no rear seat. Has PTO output on tranny with shifter. Working heater(rare). 33″ mud tires. Jeep runs and drives good. I have it registered for the street as an antique til 2013. Needs brake lights wired and brakes bled, but stops fine. Jeep is exempt from inspection because it is registered as antique. I have to many Jeeps, not enough time! … I’ll post pic tomorrow. Thanks,”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3300
“Classic 1946 Willys Jeep. Runs and Looks Good. $3300.00 Call Bryan for details”
UPDATE: Seller dropped price $20 more dollars.
I’d like to see a few more pics. Looks pretty good.
“1947 Willys Jeep, Buick V6,Saginaw 4-speed, Saginaw Power Steering, Warn Overdrive and Locking Hubs, Full Soft top with doors,tow bar. Fresh tune up and service. $3725.00 480-797-2927 or 480-507-5515”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2700.
There’s a variety of nice updates to this CJ-2A. The hole in the hood would not be one of them. I bet the seller would throw in the ‘rock’ brake (note driver’s side tire) as a freebie.
“GOOD SOUND 1947 JEEP PROJECT. HAS A SMALL BLOCK 350 WITH CORVETTE MANIFOLDS IN IT BUT THE MOTOR GOT RAIN WATER IN IT. IT COMES WITH A FRESH MILD BUILT CHROMED 350 WITH EDELBROCK ALUMINUM INTAKE. I DONT HAVE TIME TO R AND R THE MOTOR SELLING AS A PROJECT PACKAGE. NON OP ON THE REGISTRATION SO NO BACK FEES. TILT CHEVY COLUMN, UPDATED STEERING BOX WARN OVERDRIVE ON TRANSFER CASE. AND MORE. WOULD BE A FUN PROJECT.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800
The more I read the list of specs on this jeep, the more I liked it. The drive train is a great combo for both on road and off road. I think the addition of an overdrive would really complete this nice package.
“This is a 1948 Willys CJ2A with a Meyer power angle plow setup. I put the plow on 3 years ago and it was only used on my driveway. This jeep has seen its share of off-road use so it isn’t a show vehicle. It is a very strong working Jeep that is a blast to drive on and off road. Body is a replacement steel tub, hood, fenders, grill, windshield frame and tailgate are original. 225 cu.in. Dauntless V6 from a 1970 Jeep. HEI electronic ignition.
SM420 transmission, 4 speed with 7.05:1 granny low first gear. Dana 18 transfer case with the large 1.25″ intermediate shaft. Dana 44 rear axle with Lockright locker and 4.27 gears. Dana 27 closed knuckle front axle with 4:27 gears.”
I’m not sure what all is combined to make this flattie. The good news is that the body appears to be in excellent condition. Lots of large pics on the Ad allow for close inspection. The seller notes that this a currently a 2wd vehicle, though in one image it looks like there is a front pumpking visible.
“4.3 chevy v6, 700r trans, tilt steering wheel. 2 wheel drive. have parts to make 4×4. $2900 obo. (714)970-8704”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1600
“I bought this with intentions of restoration but it isn’t going to happen. I replaced all the brake lines, hoses, wheel cylinders and master cylinder. It runs decent, will need an exhaust manifold. I’ve got the doors for the hardtop with good glass. Certainly not road worthy but a good candidate for restoration.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
“1947 Willy’s Jeep $1500 OBO. I am motivated to sell.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3495.
It’s definitely got a variety of good modifications. It looks well equipped for the trails.
“This Classic is set up for the Hunter/Offroader. V-6 Engine,4 Speed (Heavy Duty Ford Truck) Transmission.
Warren Overdrive, Power Take off Wench,Oversized brakes, Chevy Steering. Cargo Rack with Jerry can racks in the rear, Tow bar, Full Roll Cage. Trailer hitch, Reciever hitch in front,Dunlop 31X10.5/R15 Mud Rover Tires (like new).”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
“1946 CJ2A Jeep with Arctic Top. Engine runs good, rebuilt starter and Carburetor. New tires. This jeep needs some body work (after all, it’s 62 years old.) The frame rails are solid, only surface rust that I’ve seen. I’m sure I’ve done some other things to it. If I think of them I’ll edit the posting. And yes, the carburetor has been covered at all times. I just took off the cover for the pic. I’ll sell the Jeep without the Arctic Top for $1600.00. Prices are firm. These Jeeps are getting more valuable daily. I just don’t have the time for it any more”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
Sounds like it needs a little work. Strangely, no step-side drain holes or a gas inlet hole. I’m not sure whether the back is solid or not.
“46 Jeep CJ2A with some other parts, like the windshield is 53.- Military colors, this is a great farm jeep or offroad project. Runs great, great rubber. Floor pan has some rot. Frame and all other parts and metal are in good shape. Front seats in good shape. 12volt conversion done and makes it street legal. We used it for the summer house, comes with full doors and top.”
UPDATE: This one is still for sale. It’s a steal, unless the owner is leaving something critical out. It’s been for sale for 6 months.
One look at the parts list and you’ll see a lot of similarities to my build. While the ‘needs TLC’ always raises an eyebrow, if the updated parts were installed well and the body is in good condition, then I think this price is rocking.
” A perfect off-roader!!! ,Buick v-6, Turbo 350 Automatic, Detroit locker rear, Trac lock front, 538 gears, 44 rear, 30 front, Steal body, Tow hooks front & rear, Street legal, but would need TLC before you would street drive, But a perfect off-roader, she will take you anywhere up, down, over or across To many toys, need to sell. Serious inquirys only please Call Dave 239 896 5795″
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.
This appears to be a great price assuming you can at least turn over the engine. The body parts look pretty good from the pics as well.
“48 cj2a small block chevy 327 no trans or t-case roller. engine does run but hasn’t in 4 years. did run strong when put in storage. must tow away.. 600.00 cash-firm”
UPDATE: Since I was heading to Seattle, I decided to stop by and check out this old racer (Also, it was a great excuse to head east out of La Grande, Oregon; Great drive!).
This is a total old school racing jeep. The builder took a stock jeep, threw on some desert dogs, upgraded the engine with a buick v6 (leaving the stock exhaust manifolds), threw in a roll cage, vented the carb into the cowl, and that’s about it. The builder’s son felt that there was a dana 44 in the rear that had posi, and maybe the front too, but he didn’t know for sure. Unfortunately, the weeds kept me from being able to get a jack under the jeep to test whether it had posi or not.
“46 willys,231 buick v6,full cage roll bar,ex race jeep,needing alot or a wealth of parts $400”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
It runs, it plows, and it appears pretty darn stock. Can’t tell much about the condition from the one distant image.
“1948 Willys Jeep with 6 1/2 ft meyers snow plow. Have title and also comes with soft top and tow bar. Original 4 cyl engine with new tires and custom dual exhaust.”
The auction on this CJ-2A is almost up (or may be done by the time you read this). This CJ-2A has a most interesting feature, a CJ-5 body has been grafted onto the back of a CJ-2A body. I will admit, from the pics it could have ended up looking worse. The seller neglects to mention this, whether purposefully or not is unknown.
“1946 Willys CJ2A, New brake shoes,hoses, master cylinder and wheel cylinders, new fuel tank,line and carburetor, new tires, This is a clean Willys. the only thing that does not work as far as I can tell is the emergency brake. This comes with bill of sale only.”
Note the driver’s side cutouts. This is likely an early ’46.
“46 Willys Jeep original drive tran – up grade to motor chev V6 – floor pan repaired during recent rebuild with my Dad in 05 He is no longer able to drive jeep Call 541 490 5784 $5000 obo”