This jeep has a variety of updates.  It's likely that if you did all these upgrades the cost of the jeep would probably come out around the above price.

" 231 Buick less than a 1000 miles, sm 435 trans, Dana 30 w/detroit, Dana 44 w/ARB, Custom drive lines, Power Steering, Tilt Wheel, Custom Bumpers, On Board air, 2.5 Inch lift springs, Reverse Shackles, Disk Brakes front and rear, Soft top Bikini top, Half doors, Stailess Braided brake lines and air lines, TOO MUCH TO LIST CALL AT 916-704-4963 do not email"

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/car/754263651.html 

Final Update:  Originally priced at $2800, the seller dropped the price to $1000, but changed the ad so that it was difficult to find.  Eventually, the seller made good on his claim and it was given to the Youth Ranch (I missed it by two days, otherwise I would have bought it for $1000).  I haven’t seen it since.

Here’s the text of the new Ad, just prior to it being given away:

THIS JEEP WAS REBUILT AND SAT 4-5 YEARS STARTS RIGHT UP NEEDS A FEW MINOR THINGS.  IF NOT SOLD BY 5 PM THIS WED. I WILL DONATE IT TO YOUTH RANCH SELLING AS PARTS OR RECON. ITS BUILT OUT OF CHEVY INTL. FORD PARTS $1.000 FIRM”

ORIGINAL POST —

Not many specifics on this flattie.  I’m gonna bet this is a CJ-3A.  Looks pretty old school, especially those tires.  From this pic it appears the front springs are reversed.

“his thing is built to the hilt the only thing jeep is the body, intl. running gear, new built 302, 4 speed , race seats, power steering, full cage , the motor is linked to the tranny by trans adapter . done right ,all ne wiring could use tires , and a few other odds and ends . motor sounds bad ass will look”

The buy it now and beginning bid prices are a bit high.  There's been enough minor mods that this isn't a collector's piece (as suggested by the seller) either.  But, appears to be a solid jeep in good condition.

"Wow look at this !! A Black 1948 Willy's Jeep CJ3-A in perfect condition. This vehicle has a recently rebuilt 4cyl F-head motor, newly upholstered front and rear seats, new tires, new top. This Jeep has been well taken care of and needs nothing. It would make a great collectors piece or a great daily driver for anyone. We are down sizing our vehicles and the "toys" have to go first so take advantage of this ready to go 4×4 adventure and go have some fun!! I have some more pics so feel free to Email me if you want to see more of this Jeep!  "

View all the pics on Ebay 

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3200.

Either the tailgate has been patched or this jeep has a fiberglass body.  I can’t tell which from these pics.  The back part of the roll cage is somewhat unusual — at least I haven’t seen the bars organized quite like that before.

“Small block chevy, runs great, headers with side pipes, Warn overdrive, highlift jack, good tires. Could use some body work.”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800

“jeep runs good needs master cylinder.I put 31×10.50bfg all terrain tires in the front there are not in the picture.”

This jeep was listed back in January.  The builder put in a toyota drive train without dramatically modifying the normal flattie look.  

"1953 Willys CJ-3A Jeep. Beautiful pewter metalic paint, full carpeting, tan high back seats, custom padder roll bar, chrome nerf bars, custom toneau cover, and embroidered back arm rests, new VDO gold and chrome guages, unique frame off project with a full Toyota drive train, rebuilt 20R engine, weber carb …. Can be shipped from Montana through Western Auto Motive Transport to the US or picked up in Calgary Alberta Canada. Phone (403)698-3983"

http://calgary.en.craigslist.ca/car/734903386.html 

This CJ-3a has a got a few updates, so it may not be a bad price for $2000.  The top looks in good condition as well.

"THIS IS A STOCK 1952 WILLYS FLAT FENDER JEEP. IT HAS A F-HEAD 4 CYLINDER. NEEDS A FUEL CELL AND LINE. RUNS AND DRIVES. NEW SOFT TOP. NEW BUCKET SEATS. CALL DAN FOR MORE INFO 253-255-6171"

http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/730446700.html

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000

“Take this jeep to the mountains for the summer! It has many upgrades: 12 volt battery, electric ignition, power steering, Buick V6 engine, upgraded brakes. It isnt currently running but wouldnt take much to get it going. Great project for someone who loves the old Willys Jeeps. Email for more info.”

This CJ-3A looks in great shape with straight fenders, hood and body.  

"It has the original flat head 4 cylinder engine and it runs great. Mileage is in excess of odometer limits. It has new wires, plugs and rebuild carburetor. I had the transmission rebuilt (new gears, bearings, bushings….the along with the brakes (great condition). The soft top is about an 8 out of 10 as far as condition and the body is in very good condition as you can see from the pictures… Thanks for looking…..call me at 928-526-8521   Greg or email me at charger500@gregarend.com"

View jeep on eBay

Better pics and more info on this web page. 

This appears to be a good price on a well kept jeep.

"The Jeep is in great condition,has F Head engine,Otherwise it is almost original.Has Roll Bar,Complete Keonig Steel Top With roll up windows in doors. comes with extra original willys hood.Call (916)-813-1188 CASH ONLY No calls after 7PM please NO TRADES"

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/car/722971033.html 

Only 17k miles on this very stock CJ-3A.  Sherwood is southwest of Portland.  Seems a pretty good price.

"1949 Willy's Jeep, mostly original, runs like a top. Have new soft top and doors still in box, all new brake hydraulics and linings, 17K, 2 sets tires, master cylinder, wheel cylinders, brake hoses, etc. replaced recently. Carburetor overhauled. Runs well. Call Dave at 503-572-9725 or respond to post."

http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/rvs/721135208.html 

UPDATE:  Tom Florenz just let me know that these jeeps are still available. 

These will require a closer look.

"2 for the price of 1. Clear titles. Don't run. Have extra transfer case with pto. 52 needs an engine, clutch and one of the transfer cases installed, and the steering finished converted. The 51 looks to be as stock as I know with the L134 engine. After I got it home and cleaned out the junk I found most of the engine parts. It will need to be rebuilt. the 51 could be towed the 52 will have to be trailered. More pictures available. originally purchased to honor a fallen Marine (former student). No heart to finish the job."

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/642259969.html 

This sounds like a pretty fair price for a flat fender in good working condition.  Not many comments about the body, so that will likely need closer inspection.

"This is a 1949 Willys CJ3A Jeep that runs and drives good. Has original flathead 4 cyl engine, T90 3 speed trans and model 18 twin stick transfer case. New 12v alternator, voltage regulator, battery and the original starter has been overhauled and works like new. Has front bucket seats and a rear seat as well. Roll bar, bikini top, spare tire w/ carrier and fuel can carrier. All wiring, gauges, blinkers and lights work fine…. 360-513-9824"

http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/car/714826867.html

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This same seller has the following parts for sale:

Complete running F134 engine carb to oil pan $250 Willys CJ3A frame in great shape $250
Willy's stamped hood for CJ2A or CJ3A $35
Dana 25 front axle from CJ2A $75
Koenig PTO unit rebuilt W/ mounting bolts $225 360-513-9824 

http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/pts/714817726.html

What I found interesting about this jeep was that it appears to be a standard wheel base running a chev 327 and TH-400. That's a pretty tight fit.  Must be a short rear driveline.  Note the driver's side fuel inlet in the back.  Looks like some good work all around.  I'd like to see some more pics of this jeep.

"$8500.00 OBO, Super clean, Fully restored, Rootbeer Brown Paint, Brown leather High bucket seats, 327 chevy corvet engine, Automatic Turbo 400 Transmission with over drive, 33 inch Dune tires custom wheels, tow winch and never been off road since restored, CD player plus extra's.  CALL DON 209-652-6193"

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/car/702949234.html 

This sounds like a great jeeper.  It could probably use an overdrive, but otherwise sounds ready to hit the trails.

"225 V6 motor (runs good), t-90 3-speed transmission, Dana/spicer model 18 transfercase, dana 44 front axle, 4.88 gears, detroit locker, disc brakes, full-floating dana 44 rear axle, 4.88 gears, detroit locker, drum brakes, shackle reversal (front), spring-over conversion (with wide leaf springs) and more …."

View all the pics here 

Just posted this morning.  Maybe there's something worth saving?  Bush Prairie is just south of Olympia.

"GREAT PROJECT. ALL PARTS THERE. NEEDS WORK. $500.00 OBO. YOU HAUL AWAY."

http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/car/649253598.html