“1952 Willys is complete with 12 volt conv, newly remanufactured engine ($1000 in machine shop receipts available)under the hood, new clutch, throwout bearing, etc. Needs re-installation of manifolds, distributor, electrical to drive off. Jeep has 4 wheel drive along with the power take off, a CJ-2 type fold-down windshield, and a ‘hard top’ from a later model available to keep the weather out. Some rust but no rotted out floor pans. Good Texas title and current registration, Complete maintenance/assembly manual on CD, must sell.”
CJ-3A Research Archives
Builds — Jim’s 1951 CJ-3A Makeover
Jiim writes, “Ironically, was already sort of OD green when I got it. That nasty bench seat weighed about 250 lbs when I pulled it out, kept thinking it was still bolted in somewhere, nope, just that heavy…”
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1952 CJ-3A Decatur, GA **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000
I don’t think the pictures quite do this justice. Newer tires would help and finishing the restoration (parking lights for example) would help this CJ-3A.
“Massive restoration. This is the original body which has been removed from the frame, restored with zinc alloy body fill then zinc coated to prevent future rusting. Newly painted a vibrant pearl orange. The interior is done in rugged black bedliner. All seats reupholstered in a nice black vinyl. Includes the rare back seat. Black Besttop Soft Top included. New wiring harness. Warn Winch included. Two sets of wheels. One set of matching orange wheels with radials and one set of black wheels with NDT non-directional tires (old style military). Well documented restoration. See my ad on autotrader for larger pictures”
1950 CJ-3A Oxford Jct, IA **SOLD**
Here’s a running CJ-3A for only $1000. Yeah, looks like it needs some work.
“for sale is my 1950 willys jeep this is a great old jeep that runs and drives very good has brand new military tires tires are $500 alone the jeep does need some brake work”
1953 CJ-3A West Hills, Ca eBay
“Willys is in good shape with great running motor. Motor has Willys stamp on head, however I’m not sure if it is the original. Has an aftermarket carb, I do have original for new owner to install. Drives great and idles fine. Shifts smooth through all gears. Good power for a small flat four. Electrical has been converted to 12 volt by a past owner. Everything seems original except for the hood. I think that is an aftermarket steel hood with the Willys logo painted on. Small leak coming from front seal on the diff. Nothing major. No other leaks or issues…..”
1951 CJ-3A Stanfield, Or $2000
I need a better look at the body, but this might restore pretty well.
“1951 Jeep CJ3a. New flat head engine, new 11″ brakes and new battery. Needless to say, it runs and drives great! The little girl needs a new loving home. $2000, Mike 541-667-7237. Please call, I have limited access to the internet.”
Builds — Oklahoma Green and One Bad Apple
I was searching for an image of original CJ-3A gauges when i stumbled upon this article. Both of these are well modified, good looking road and trail jeeps. One of the more interesting features of the ‘Oklahoma Green’ Jeep is the number of gauges that are installed. One Bad Apple certainly has an usual paint job.
Here’s 2 excerpts from an Off Road Adventures Article; each one discuss a little bit about each jeep:
Oklahoma Green: “… Below the CJ3A Willys’ windshield is a dashboard that would be more than adequate in a J3 Super Cub airplane of the same vintage. The aircraft-like dash sports a full compliment of gauges: fuel, fuel pressure, oil pressure, oil temp, water temp, vacuum, and air pressure gauges along with a voltmeter, hourmeter, and altimeter by Hobbs. A Lev-O-Gauge rounds out the impressive array. Lights and buzzers backup the critical gages. From the dash, Ken can switch on the fuel pump, fast idle solenoid, headlights, heater, and winch. Indicator lights report the status of 4WD, seat belts, ARB, emergency brake, and air compressor…. ”
One Bad Apple: “… The frame was lengthened 6-inches to incorporate a GM 4.3 V6 CMFI 195 hp at 4500 rpm engine with K&N Air Cleaner and Painless Wiring, a GM 700R4 with a manual shift kit, and a Dana 300 transfer case with CV driveshaft. With 4.88 gears, the final crawl ratio is 80:1. The front axle is a Dana 30 with an ARB Air Locker and disk brakes. The rear axle is a Dana 44 with a Detroit Locker. Four-inch lift springs, an off-road track bar, and Rancho 5000 Shocks control 33×12.50 BFG Mud Terrain T/As …..”
2 1952 CJ-3As Spencer, NY **SOLD**
Purchase both CJ-3As for $900 or buy 1 for $500. Both run and go forward.
“I am selling 2 1952 jeep willys both run and drive. Great restoration projects. $500 each or $900 for both. “
1951 CJ-3A Campverde, Az $2500
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2500.
I suspect that the suspension has been modified to accomodate those tires. I’m not positive this is a CJ-3A.
“1949 willys jeep $2500 firm it is worth every penny, runs and drives geart, original flrt head 4 banger, new exhaust, seats in brand new condition, 4×4 works great, 36″ goodyear military tires, 12 volt very relieable. call dave at 602 740 8080”
1951 CJ-3A w/ trailer Sedalia, Mo $1200
No pictures provided. Sounds like the jeep might be rough.
“1951 willys flat fender jeep,no motor last was set up for small block chevy,stock transmision transfer case,back yoke broken off trans,suspet it was small block chevy that twisted it off, has a newer top but some but cut slashes in the back side windows of it, doors and back window still good, comes with a 1952 army trailer w/military tires, clear titles for both, also have extra pair of milatary wheels and tires, $1200.00 can see at 416 w main street in sedalia and please call 660-221-8813”
1952 CJ-3A Windsor, CO **SOLD**
This jeep likely deserves a better description. I suspect that along with tilt steering and a nice roll cage, this CJ-3A probably has a variety of other good mods. On the downside, the large diamond plating suggests that the sides may not be in the best shape (not sure why you’d put such large pieces on the sides except for that reason).”
1951 CJ-3A Scottsdale, AZ **SOLD*
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
This is a beautiful, well done restoration of a CJ-3A.
1951 CJ3A Willys four wheel drive Jeep. Total body off restoreration. New NDT tires. New Beachwood 1/2 top, no doors, they can be added at any time you want (This is Az). New full top, black vinyl Best Top with doors. Just get in and drive is all you have to do. Shipping is buyers responsibility…..”
1951 CJ-3A Montrose, Co **SOLD**
Get this while it lasts! This is a RUNNING CJ-3A for $995. The body looks pretty straight with no obvious issues.
“Hard to find, 4 cylinder (original engine), 3 speed, 4×4. Engine runs, drive train & 4 wheel drive good. Needs, battery, tires, some brake work.”
2 Willys Jeeps Naches, Wa **SOLD**
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900.
This is a great deal. The cages themselves are worth $150 a piece. I’d be willing to bet that the white jeep has my fiberglass seats in it. Get this while it lasts.
“1 jeep has a 302 Ford Transfer case needs work. 2 jeep has no Eng. or no Trans. $900 for both. Will separate or trade for CJ Parts. ”
Working Jeeps from Offroad Adventures
I’m not familiar with the “Offroad Adventures” publication. Instead, as usual, I stumbled upon it while looking for something else. It’s a compact 2 pages article with a variety of pics of cjs accompanied by different hydraulic implements. I’m not a big fan of the myvirtualpaper’s interface, but the pics are still cool.
Reader’s Builds — Jeff’s Jewel’s Flat Fender
After seeing all the interest in stainless on the website, Jeff has kindly provided us with a couple of looks at his all Jewels Flattie. It’s not just the stainless that makes this look nice, but also the accents, such as the execution of the rear bumper design. With a full cage on the inside and a winch, this jeep is quite capable of playing in the sand, the trail or wherever he wants to take it.
Jeff notes below:
“This is my Semi stainless / galvanized jewels body kit mounted on a 1952 cj3a chassis. Currently powered by a chev 153 4cyl. I also own another complete kit that I have been collecting for the last 15 years. It appears there is a lot of interest in these stainless jeeps these days.”
1951 CJ-3A Sultan, Wa $4000
I’m not much of a fan of the roll bar, but otherwise this looks like a good CJ-3A with a few extra features.
“V8, No rust, always garaged and never 4*4 $4000.00 OBO taz21cd@msn.com”
Year? CJ-3A Hayward, CA **SOLD**
I thought this might be a DJ-3A. Instead, I think someone just hacked the sides of the body out on both the passenger and driver’s side.
“JEEP WILLYS HAS BLOWN HEAD GASKET BUT OVERALL IN GOOD SHAPE CALL RYAN”
2 1950 CJ-3As Sunnyside, Wa $5000
I’m not sure how I missed this ad, but it’s been available since January 4th. Plenty of pics in the Ad. 2 1950 CJ-3A jeeps for sale.
“I have up for sale two 1950 CJ3A’s. one is gray with best top soft top, with a 134F engine, t90 transmission, t18 transfer case, 2 inch lift, converted to 12 volt and runs and drives great. the other one is blue is a project jeep, with a 350 chevy small block engine, converted to 12 volt, needs finished. For full asking price also comes with Mile Marker 9000 winch and a full best top soft top for the blue jeep as well. Call 509-728-2718 and ask for Mike or e-mail through craigslist.”
1951 CJ-3A Westminster, MD **SOLD**
This sounds like a good jeeping drivetrain.
“1951 Willys CJ3a (Clear title). 225 v6 w/headers, T90 3-speed, dana/spicer 18 transfercase, dana 44 front disc brakes detroit locker w/4.88 gears, dana 44 rear detroit locker w/4.88 gears, spring over conversion w/shackle reversal, power steering, 33 inch pro-comp x-terrains on simulated beadlocks, winch, full size spare, less than 10,000 miles on drivetrain (rebuilt in early 80’s). New seats, tires, wheels, gas tank, fuel pump, battery, and high amp alternator. Too many toys, no reasonable offer refused.”
1949 CJ-3A Prescott, AZ **SOLD**
Looks like a pretty good price for what’s there. Maybe it even runs?
“All original 49 willys jeep ready for restoration. No major rust mostly surface. Oringinal flat head 4.”
1951 CJ-3A Gig Harbor, Wa $4200
UPDATE: this nice flattie is still available.
The Chevy 181 appears to be a 3.0 Liter Marine engine, which is likely a nice 4cyl for the jeep. This jeep is likely worth a closer look.
“1951 Willys Flatfender Jeep in great shape. Chevy 181 4 cylinder engine with a synchronized 3 speed transmission and split- stick transfer case. New 12.50 x 33 swampers with 410 gears and locker. 9,000 lb. Warn winch. $4200 (Best offer). For more information, please call (253) 208-6515 or (253) 884-8057”
1951 CJ-3A Wellington, CO **SOLD**
“1951 Willys 4X4 Jeep Project. Solid body, Floors been replaced. No engine. Nice project”
1950 CJ-3A Flagstaff, Az $2500
Not to make fun of the paint job, but I really thought something was creating shadows over the jeep. Then, I looked at an interior pic and saw it had a strange camo paint job. I thought, ‘wait, that’s not on the outside of the jeep’. But, I was wrong, it is indeed some type of camo on the outside.
“1950 Willys Needs Title 4X4. Priced to sell at $2500 or best offer. I’ve had this for over a year… received it in a trade. New 327 engine. 205 Trasfer case. Dana 44. I am a professional mechanic owning my own shop for 15 years, and I can tell you this jeep is nice. Please no trades. Check out the pictures and give me a call at 928-527-8800 I prefer to be reached by phone not email, thanks.”
1951 CJ-3A Grants Pass, OR **SOLD**
UPDATE: UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
“im selling my 1951 willys jeep, it has a buick V6 and a snow plow on the front!! pleas call dutch”