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UPDATE: Was $2000. **SOLD**
(11/24/09) “For sale is a 1952 Cj3A with title. All original except for tires, seats and wheels. It runs but does need a distributor and carb. All gauges original and in working order. Restorable. Please call or email for more information or pictures.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
This might not be a bad price.
“Jeep Willy’s 1951 $3,000. This is a 1951 Jeep Willys. It runs perfectly and has a rebuilt motor. Clean Title.
Will consider trades. What do you have? Cars, Trucks, ATVs Check out my other listings by searching “for sale” ads with my phone number.”
Here’s a parts buyer.
“Im restoring my 1950 willys cj3a. I need many parts to get it back on the road. I also need a top/hardtop. Email me what you have.”
This looks solid.
“51 Willys with a 327 CI V8. Dana Transmission and transfer case, Rancho suspension, Brand new Optima Red Top. Edelbrock manifold and 500 cfm carb. This jeep runs perfect. Everything works including the heater. Street legal with current registration and clean title. New top, New seats, Just needs paint. Will entertain trades for the right street legal Baja or other off road vehicle. Call Jay 951.295.0431”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/2248931566.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000
(03/29/2010) The top in particular looks really nice.
“This Jeep had an off the frame complete restoration done. It has the original 4-cyclinder engine, new transmission, and a rebuilt transfer case. Also, has new brakes, hoses, springs arched, radiator, and carburetor. The original lights and horn are 12-volt. The Jeep does have lock-out hubs. Jeep is winter green with black interior seats. Jeep has the original working heater and metal Koenig top with doors. Jeep has approximately 300 miles on it since restoration. This Jeep is in excellent original condition with new tires and is ready to go”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
Lots of mods.
“1952 Willys
Chevrolet 4.3 liter Fuel Injected V6
SM465 4 speed granny low transmission
Dana 20 transfer case
35″ BFG MT on beadlocks
Electric line lock brakes
Dana 30, 4.56 gears, welded diff
AMC 20, 4.56 gears, lockright, Moser axles
Coil suspension
Full roll cage
Racing seats w/ 5 point harness
On board air
Fuel cell
8000lb. winch
Runs great. Great off-road rig. I am only selling it because I need a workshop on my place worse than I need an off-road toy right now. I do have the title for it.
PS. The pic of the back of the Jeep is showing exhaust because it’s cold outside, the motor doesn’t leak or burn any fluids.”
UPDATE:Still Available
(02/15/2011) This looks like a nice build.
“Small block Chevy with 3 speed manual; All services reciently done; Call for more info
360-470-0460.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/2229944263.html
This appears to be a nice build.
“1942 Ford Jeep (Willys), sb400, automatic, 4″ lift, 35″ Tires, Very fast, Very Cool looking Jeep. Starts, runs, carb needs to be rebuilt. Selling for a friend who had to leave the state for work. I have very little negotiation ability with the price, but he will entertain all offers. Could be several hours or overnight before he gets back to me on an offer. Please no calls after 8PM. Call Mitch at 505-385-0944.”
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/2241780499.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
This runs. It might be a good price.
“Got this Willy’s jeep from my brother several years ago with the dream of rebuilding it…… Well, wife says my time is up.
It was running right before I got it, just smoked a little so my brother took the engine out to rebuild it and that’s where this project has been for some time now. Engine is sitting inside the cab, tranny and driveline are still in. Everything seems to be original. Hate to see one of my dreams go, but reality seems to be taking over. Will dig the title out and find out if it is a 3a or 3b and what model year. $1200obo come take a look!”
UPDATE: **SOLD for $10k** And the new owner is thrilled with it!
Here’s a beautiful restoration.
“Up for auction: 1950 Willys CJ3A!
-Restored to look original with non-original parts. Most parts were purchased from Beachwood Canvas.
-New steel tub from Willys Overland
-New seat cushions/upholstery – New rear seat from CJ3A
-Restored odometer (reading 44K), oil pressure gauge, gas guage. I have the other gauges but they need to be restored, and have new guages in place for now.
-Original style cloth covered wiring harness.
-Original 6V system. Rebuilt generator, rebuilt starter. Electricals work very well.
-Original oil-bath air filter.
-New brakes, new brake lines, new master cylinder.
-New clutch.
-New exhaust
-New windshield, rubber new.
-Jeep starts great, runs and stops as it should, no problems.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
(02/19/2011) It’s a project.
“1949 willy s jeep, motor was rebuilt 2 years ago but never installed , both axles also were rebuilt @ the same time . body work was stared but never got done, i do have clear title, will consider any reasonable offer”
UPDATE: Price changed to $3500. That may be a good price.
(01/21/2010) This looks like a solid jeep.
“1968 Corvette/Chevelle 375HP 327. Two barrel carb advance adapter headers / flow master exhaust / D – slot mags 15 x 8. 31” 9.50 15 TSL radial swampers. Custom winch bumper built by Stainless Brain Fabrication. Custom rear bumper as well. 5.38 gears front and back. Detroit rear open front. Stock running gear all the way through. Center force clutch with cable kit up grade smitty built RC 8 winch with controller. There is bondo but no cancer very tight jeep for its age. Cash only no trades no test drives. 253-380-9181 www.stainlessbrainfab.com”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/2235873439.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** was Make Offer.
This looks nice.
“IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR THAT LIL ROCKET DESERT VEHICLE THEN LOOK NO MORE
-2.8 HI PERFORMANCE ENGINE 4 BARREL CARB
-4 SPEED REAR WHEEL DRIVE
-FAST 411 REAR END
-AND JUST A DOLL OF A VEHICLE
-PRIVATE COLLECTION ALL ITEMS ARE PRICED TO SELL AND WE ARE ASKING IF YOU ARE SERIOUS. BRING CASH AND OR WE CAN MEET AT
-AT THE BANK ONCE WE HAVE A DEAL.
-VIEW TIME IS FROM TODAY-AND FRIDAY SATURDAY REMOVALS ONLY OR SOONER”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $4300.
(11/22/2009) “It’s a 1953 CJ3A with a Buick 225 v6 a sm420 transmission with granny gears, Dana 18 t-case; full float Dana 44 rear end with a Detroit locker 5.29 ring and pinion. The front end is a Dana 30 with a lock right locker and 5.29 ring and pinion. Warn winch 9,500, (5) 35×12.5×15 BFG Mud terrains (practically new)(one on rear rack), plasitc fuel cell, air compressor, welder under the hood, tool box in the back, … Call Colin at 530-885-6556 ” http://s1208.photobucket.com/albums/cc362/callardgreens/
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was for trade.
That might be a replacement body.
“Flathead 4cyl 3spd 12 volt system 45-50 mph max speed this is a straight jeep and would make a excellent restore project. I want to trade for a F350/450 or 550 dually 4×4 7.3 diesel 1997 or newer Thank you”
No pics provided.
“CJ3A Low Hood Jeep. lots of exteras from frame up. engine, trans, body, running gear- steering,springs, brakes,axels. frame electo plated, seating etc. etc.
to much to list in detail. running gear all together body solid- work done. needs the finishing touches. Please call only if interested for details, The price is firm far more invested. Don’t usually answer EM’s 559-917-8782 ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1450.
This is a rolling Chassis with rebuilt engine. Jared’s brother emailed me to let me know that Jared has documentation which shosw that the engine was rebuilt (it has never been run).
“I am looking to sell my project vehicle, I no longer have the time to finish it myself. 1949 Willys CJ3A rolling chasis. Engine was rebuilt in 2004. Transmission, transfer case, and axils were rebuilt in the 1990s. Many extra parts including; transmission, alternator, air filter assembly, gas tank, and spare tire. The jeep has a new 3 inch lift by Rancho including new springs and shocks. Frame is rust free and has been painted. Sorry, there is no body, it was completely shot.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900
(01/22/2011) This is a project. This seller also has a 1948 CJ-2A for sale.
“1948-49 CJ-3A Willys – $1200 (OBO Elk River) Here is a decent starting point for someone interested in building a vintage Willy’s Flat Fender Jeep with V6 power.
This CJ model featured the one piece style windshield which followed the CJ-2A. One photo below shows what it looked like when we got it. The baja tires/rims have been traded off for the traditional slotted 16” rims.
This jeep originally came from Washington State. We received this Willy’s CJ3A in trade. There is no title. There is bill of sale from the previous owner and you would receive that copy and a new one for this sale.
The previous owner acquired this with an odd fire 231 Dauntless V6 (included) & intended to repower it with a newer rebuilt Buick V6 (also included). The price includes both V6’s. The Advance Adapters V6 to T-90 transmission adapter & what appears to be the correct aluminum bell housing are included.
Transmission is a T-90 A-1 Borg Warner, mated to Spicer transfer case, front axle is Spicer 25 and rear axle is whatever original came in 48. Included are both drive shafts and a spare rear axle. I did not open the transmission or transfer case.
The frame was modified by the previous owner in the following ways: a custom front bumper was added, front frame reinforced and designed to accept a winch. A later, manual style, Saginaw steering box is mounted and works fine, V6 motor mounts are welded in as are repositioned radiator and battery mounts.
1972 era Jeep 11” brakes are fitted on the front axle, standard ones are on the back. I replaced the brake cylinders and shoes with new parts and the brake lines on the axles are new. I did not have any drum work done.
When I received it, I removed the tub, sand blasted the frame, painted it with Valspar Farm & Implement Black paint intended as a primer. I’ve worked some on the fenders, grill and hood. Seat frames & gas tank were repainted. The tub is rather rough but workable for someone who knows what they are doing.
We are moving and we need to reduce our number of vintage Willy’s projects. I can also provide you with a Photo CD of every picture I’ve taken regarding what work I’ve done so far.
I also have a complete, mostly original, restoration ready 1948 CJ2A with 12 volt conversion for sale.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
The openings a re a little chopped, but looks solid otherwise.
“1959 CJ2 Willys Jeep, 4X4, 4 cyl, 3 Speed Trani w/Hi & Low 4 wheel drive. Engine runs good but burns oil, Body in great shape. Asking $1,800.00 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $17990.
Did you know that Willys Overland introduced the CJ-3A in 1949 and then introduced the CJ-2A the next year? That’s a surprise to me, too …. At least they did well with the rest of the history. It is a good looking jeep.
“Our 1950 Willys-Overland CJ3A features a Small-Block 350 (300 HP), 350 Turbo Automatic Transmission with 4-Wheel Drive. Located at our Benicia Showroom 707.748.4000. For our entire inventory go to www.specialtysales.com This CJ has Power Steering/Brakes, Cruise Control, a Dana 44 Heavy-Duty Front Axle and a Dana 60 Heavy-Duty Rear Axle as well as a Dana 20 Transfer Case. There are many more upgrades – too many to list!, The Willys CJ (later Jeep CJ) is a public version of the famous Willys Military Jeep from World War II. The first CJ prototype (the Willys CJ-2) was introduced in 1944 by Willys, and the same basic vehicle stayed in production through seven variants and three corporate parents until 1986. A variant of the CJ is still in production today under license. The last CJs, the CJ-7 and CJ-8, were replaced in 1987 by the Jeep Wrangler., The Willys-Overland CJ-3A was introduced in 1949, and replaced the CJ-2A by the next year. It featured a one-piece windshield with a vent as well as wipers at the bottom, and a beefed up suspension to accommodate the various agricultural implements that were being built for the vehicle.”
UPDATE: This sold quickly. Was listed at $750.
This has seen some changes. That looks like a MB windshield.
“Here is a 1953 ? willys Jeep and chassis with a Dodge V-8 318 and automatic tranny mounted in it. also a dodge dakota power brake booster and master cylinder. Willys is mostly complete. has the DUAL FUEL TANKS 1 under driver seat and 1 under passenger seat. has fold down windshield ALONG with the ALUMINUM TOP AND DOORS with another windshield. this has a 3 INCH body lift also…. What you see is what you get. AWESOME sand buggy project or sand rail 4×4 willys so this is a great CHEAP project. BILL OF SALE ONLY………..dont miss out on this good project. also has extra hood with a hole in it to…. thank you and any questions email me :)”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1100
(01/11/2011) It looks like a project.
“Great project for a crawler or mud truck. The engine is a Chevy 327 high rise intake chrome valve covers/ water pump/ and drive pulleys (needs to be droped in). will Motivated seller need to get rid of soon so make an offer and we’ll go from there.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $15,000
(12/13/2010) It looks nice.
“TOTAL FRAME OFF RESTORATION, REBUILT MOTOR, EVERY THING NEW (PARTS, SEATS, ETC ) GARAGE KEPT, PROFESSIONALLY RESTORED, CLEAN TITLE # CJ3A51058. ASKING $15,000.00 OR BEST OFFER. CALL 610-390-5192 TIM MORE PICS AVAILABLE”
http://poconos.craigslist.org/cto/2221864258.html
This flattie was featured in JP Magazine back in November, 2001. (I tried to find a link, but couldn’t)
“Humm, this 61 yr. old Jeep has worn out another owner. I’ve been foolin around with this flatfender for 20+ years. My how time flies when your having fun. This is a fun vehicle but it’s time for me to let it go.
This turn key 3a bodied JEEP has been trail proven, is simple, solid and reliable. Very capable of traversing some noteable Jeep trails as is. With four wheel hubs it is set up for flat towing, so no trailer needed. I have flat towed it thousands of miles. And it is light enough (under 3500#’s)to tow with a V6 car/SUV/truck. It was a featured vehicle in JP magazine back in Nov,’01. it’s still featured in their online website. It has been modified since in the magazine article. Many detail items changed, many CJ5 parts, a v6 motor, better axles and suspension plus more. Lot’s of information on the cardomain link below. Email me for even more info or photos. I know ever nut and bolt on this rig and have reciepts and a build sheet for reference. offered for sale @ $8500. More photos and information @ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2174452/1950-willys-cj”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/2219424178.html
UPDATE: **SOLD**
There might be something useful here.
“I am parting out two CJ-2a Willys Jeeps and have parts from other restorations. T-90 transmissions parts and engine parts like blocks, heads, oil pans. Have two good frames for CJ-2a a windshield frame for 3-A PTO parts, fenders for ’50 pick-up . Can also recondition parts if needed and/or total restoration of CJ-2, CJ-3, jeepster or Pick-up. Email questions or parts needs.”
