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No title.
“I have a 1953 Willys cj3b forsale. I do not have a title but will give you a bill of sale. Jeep has been setting for a while. 600obo or trade 704-473-1703”
http://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/3477970158.html
It looks solid.
“C model. Excellent condition. $5,500 obo”
http://easternshore.craigslist.org/cto/3476563627.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500
This runs and drives.
“I have for sale a project 1954 Willys CJ3b “high hood” jeep. It has the hurricane 4cyl engine in it that runs. The title came from another jeep cause this one doesnt have and id tags, so the title i have for it says it is a 1948 ford jeep. You could still license it like this.
I needs work. This is a fun project, but it does run and drive. I also have an extra engine for it.Make me an offer! $1,500 OBO. IF THIS AD IS UP THEN IT IS SILL FOR SALE!”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was listed at $500/each.
(11/08/2011) The CJ-3B is a project.
“1953 CJ3B no title. Project Jeep. Has Buick 231 in it but not sure if it’s useable. $500 or OBO. 1973 DJ5 Postal Jeep. AMC 232 runs but has either flexplate or tranny issue. New starter and tires.
-Clean title 4X2. 727 automatic tranny. $500 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1250.
Needs work.
“$1250 OBO. Needs work. Needs starting solenoid.”
Bob spotted this tired old jeep. Hard to see much value here.
“1953 Willys Jeep CJ, tin half cab, plywood bed, has plow frame and pump, F head motor, doesn’t run, been sitting for years, good title, $500 call 440-548-5817 9am-5pm Mon-Fri 9am-3pm Sat or email.”
http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/pts/3459679545.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
Starts with coaxing. Some partitions welded into the cargo area.
“1948 Willys CJ2A? Pretty cool old jeep, worth fixing for sure. Looks like it’s all there, I did get the motor to “run” off starter fluid. Frame is good, body is rough but better than most, definatly useable. Motor was rebuilt at some point, looks to have the original drivetrain ( flathead 4, 3 speed manual, spicer 18)”
UPDATE: Still Available
(05/07/2011) This appears in good shape.
“1953 Jeep CJ3B High Hood. All new on a nice body and frame. Rebuilt motor and trans, new springs, shackles, brakes, brake lines and park brake cables. New fuel tank and lines, wiring, windshield and all rubber seals. All new steering. Runs down the road at 55. New seats and top. If interested, please call Gil at 360-967-2273.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/3469734711.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
(11/01/2012) The body and frame look good, but there is no engine or tranny.
“this a clean little cj3b. i bought it to build but have no time. the previous owner was converting to put a v8 or v6 in it. the body is cherry, no rusted floors. it does not have motor or tranny. the frame was taken apart and painted with the body off. he told me the brakes were rebuilt it has new universal joints. from what i can see it looks like the chassi is done. the body and paint are very clean. all you need to do is finish putting the motor and trans in and ad gauges and a wire kit. the wheels dont come with it. i have another set that came with the jeep when i got it. there’s allot of beat up ones out there that are allot cheaper but where are you gonna find one with a chassi all finished and a cherry body like this one.”
UPDATE: SOLD!
“Mostly stock and lightly restored Willys 1953 CJ3B for sale. $3,600 OBO
This is the high hood version of the post-WWII Willys civilian jeep.
It has the 4 cylinder 134cu, overhead valve “Hurricane” engine. Compression is good (120, 119, 115, 125). The engine has the original oil bath air filter. The jeep still has the original 6 volt electrical and charging system including starter, generator, coil and lights. All of the fluids have been replaced in the last 6 months. The odometer is working and reads 29,XXX. That may be the true miles, but no guarantee.From what I know of the jeeps history, it’s possible.
The transmission is the T-90 three-speed with the dual stick Dana transfer case. The transmission shifts smoothly and does not drop out of 2nd as is common with these older transmissions.
The body was sanded and sand blasted down to bare metal prior to minor sheet metal repair, priming and painting. The body and bed is painted with TSC Restoration Series “International Harvester Red”. The wheels, windshield and roll bar are painted gloss black. It’s not a high end professional paint job but it’s not a rattle can and paint brush job either. The floorboards are solid, but the hat channels underneath need repair as is common with these old jeeps.
I have the original vacum wipers, but have electrical wipers to replace them. This jeep came stock with out turn signals. I have a turn signal kit that is yet to be installed. Depending on the wheather, I might get out in my tent garage and get that done before long.
It has the original brakes, which do work…like 65 year old 9 inch drum brakes. 🙂
The wheels are original 17 inch; painted black and the tires are Maxxis and have about 25-30% tread left.
The seats are original stock and were upholstered at one time in the past with black vinyl. They still look pretty decent. There are no back seats. A new black bikini top is included. Also included is an older black vinyl BesTop brand full soft top and doors. The full top is about 20 years old and needs some seams repaired, but the vinyl, windows and zippers are OK.
I bought it in Georgia where they don’t issue titles for vehicles this old. I’ve taken it to the NC Dept of motor vehicles and they have inspected it and certified the VIN and that it isn’t stolen and I have the paper work to send to the state to have a NC tile issued. I will work with the buyer to get the title if needed. I have the jeep registered, tagged and insured currently.
I’m sure I have posted this one before, but I couldn’t find it . . . nice looking rig.
“PROJECT NOT RUNNING BUT VERY COMPLETE PACKAGE. STORED FOR THE LAST 10 YEARS.
V-8 Aluminum Block Either Buick or Pontiac Version. Stick Shift with Twin Stick 4 Wheel Drive. Very solid tub not your everyday rust bucket. New Best top Soft top and doors Complete. Nice full set of Super Swampers on Aluminum Rims, New Upholstered High Back Bucket Seats and Rear Bench Seat Complete, Nice Full Set of Guages & Brand New Painless Wiring Kit with New Fuse Block Panel, New Heater Box Assembly Under Dash, Tilt Steering Column Installed, Heavy Duty 6 Point Roll Cage, The Trailer is a Custom Built Drop Pocket Jeep Fitted Trailer. Very Well Built and Tows Great because it is low to the ground.
JUST THOSE ITEMS ARE ALMOST $7,000 IN COST. Again the motor has sat for almost 10 years expect to go through it properly, it is still a project at this point. The front of the frame was extended to accomodate longer springs and a better ride as well as a winch pocket in front of the radiator. Was working on a spring over lift conversion, so minor steering issues need finished prior to driving.
Asking $9,995 O.B.O. Possible Part Trade”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/3456376316.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
The 3B looks rough. I can’t tell much about the MB.
“2 Willys Jeep s for sale one is a 1942 and the other 1955 Original condition. Good restoring projects. Sell both or seperate. Or trade for motorhome. The red one has a tow hitch for hauling.Can text photo’s CASH ON PICK UP”
UPDATE: **SOLD** $3500.
This looks like a good price.
“1959 willys cj3b jeep bikini top and full soft top/ runs great/ it has lock outs aluminum wheels available to fit this jeep contac”
Oh, if this were only closer . . . it is 12 hours away. This looks like a great price. It runs.
“good running original motor with 3 speed needs some work brake lines exhaust electrical but a good project
call or text Phil at 5303188050 make offer want gone”
http://reno.craigslist.org/cto/3436229588.html
There deserves a closer look. I can’t tell if there’s some rust lurking under the surface or not. No description provided.
View all the information on eBay
This looks like it would be a good restoration candidate.
“Nice Willys CJ3 Jeep in very good unrestored condition. Only a little surface rust, but does need paint. No rust on floorpans. Engine and transmisssion work as they should. Interior upholstery looks brand new with no rips or tears. Brand new tires and painted rims. New roof. Great running classic jeep. No trades. $4250. Phone 407-715-7206”
http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/3432272937.html
No pics provided. Could be a M-38A1 instead.
“1954 willys jeep 4×4 removable top and doors clean title factory engine nice old jeep text are call816-863-0925”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2200
(10/11/2011) Here’s a Texas hunter.
“This old jeep is in really good shape for it’s age. It has 4 cyl hurricane engine that’s burns no oil or leaks it also has original PTO winch in perfect working order a few rust spots very minimal please or text no E-mails Tommy 210-632-3356”
http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/3425435555.html
Ok, it’s a stretch, in celebration of Thanksgiving I thought I’d post a few Turkey and jeep pics.
1. This CJ-3B was part of a 2008 parade in Turkey. You can see more vehicles here: http://www.military-vehicle-photos.com/picture/number9536.asp
2. Down at the Shonto Ranch in Kerrville, TX, you can shoot your own turkeys for Thanksgiving in a Zebra Jeep: http://www.shontohunting.com/content/zebra-jeep-camera-safari
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
I’m not sure what the metal on the passenger side does or is for.
“I have a 1953 Willys CJ3B for sale. I have a clear title in hand. All new wiring, muffler, exhaust, newer tires, new paint (OD Green) from CGI.
Engine runs great and has just had a major tune-up. New Parts List Includes…. New seat covers by Beachcraft Canvas, New brake lines, master cylinder, Rear Tail Light/Blinker Passenger, Rear Tail Light/Blinker Driver, Fuel Tank, Turn Signal Components, Gas Tank Sending Unit, Gas Tank Straps, Fan Belts, Repair Manual, Wheel Cylinders, Hood Block Set, Dash Data Plate, Front Turn Signal Lights Passenger, Front Turn Signal Lights Driver, Wiper Assembly, Brake Hose Tee Fitting (2 port), Front Axle Formed Steel Brake Line Kit, Front Brake Hose 12-1/4″ (frame to Tee fitting), Front Brake Hose 7″ (frame to steel S-tube), Upper Radiator Hose, Firewall Grommet Kit, Side Step Kit with Bracket for Both Sides, Transfercase Dual Shift Lever Rubber Boot, Transmission Rubber Shift Lever Boot, Gas Tank Filler Neck Rubber Grommet, Headlight Control Switch, Spare Tire Carrier Mounting Bracket, Windshield Frame to Cowl Weatherseal, MONSTALINER”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2250
(03/11/2012) “For sale: 1963 CJ3b
This CJ is among the last of the Willys branded ever made. There has been 3 owners in its lifetime. The Jeep was redone in the early 80s by the second owner. I got this Jeep 6 years ago.
This is a project.
I am roughly 60-70% done with it. I rebuilt the engine, transmission, transfer case, both differentials, upgraded the brakes (everything new), painted the frame with rust inhibiting paint, and a few other thing here and there.
What need to be done to finish this project is to finish installing some of the drive-line components, steering parts would need to be replaced ($15 for a tie rod end), cooling system installed, some bodywork, and the electrical system.
The body is rough, however replacement bodies are available. the hardtop is solid and all glass is in good shape.
I have almost everything one would need to finish this project, and all will go with.
This CJ is a rare find. It would be a perfect project for someone just getting into working on cars and trucks as a hobby, or someone who would lake to make it into an off road toy (as I was doing) This Jeep has a clear title and would be easy to get it back on the road. Parts new and used for these Jeeps are readily available.”
I ran across this neat old photo of a USDA Forest Service CJ-3B at their site. I couldn’t pull up the actual page. You can view the original picture here: http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/stelprdb5354294.jpg
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
This appears worth a look.
“1953 Willys CJ3B. Complete. Does not run. F head motor had a loud knock the last time it was run. Includes extra Jeep Dauntless V6.”
UPDATE: This is now on eBay was listed for $3999 on Craigslist.
(07/17/2012) The seller notes that this is in great original condition. It looks solid and while there is lots of original jeep here, the drain holes have been plugged and it appears from the pictures that the front and lower sides have been painted differently than the rear portion of the body. I suspect there has been some body work done.
“VINTAGE 1953 WILLYS JEEP CJ3B IN REBUILT ORIGINAL CONDITION. I HAVE THE ORIGINAL WHEELS AS THE JEEP HAS AFTERMARKET TIRES/WHEELS. 4 CYL, 3SPD,HIGH/LOW TRANSFER CASE, 6 VOLT. SEATS HAVE BEEN RECOVERD WITH REAR SEAT/LOCKABLE STORAGE UNIT ADDED. GREAT CONDITION. BODY IS ORIGINAL STEEL WITH NO PATCHING, HAS SOFT TOP AND DOORS, HEATER. ALL GUAGES WORK, LIGHTS WORK ETC. ENGINE, TRANSMISSION, STEERING, BRAKES, GENERATOR, TRANSFER CASE HAVE ALL BEEN REBUILT AND EVRYTHING WORKS. RIGHT NOW IT’S RUNNING RICH BECAUSE I REMOVED THE CARB. AND ADJUSTED IT, BUT I’M NOT A PRO SO I AM STILL WORKING ON THAT. OTHERWISE IT PURRS.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15,000
(11/09/2012) This looks like a nice build.
“All steal beautiful 100% rust free body. All modification’s were professionally done. 425 HP small block Chev V8, 4 bolt main, big rods and forged high compression piston’s, GM performance unstamped angle plug camel hump ported heads ($2800.00), Edelbrock “Scorpion” intake and 750 Holley carb, full roller motor, complete MSD ignition, Moroso 7qt oil pan, fender dump headers, complete functioning nitros system (runs optional), lots of bolt on polished stuff also (alternator, valve covers, air cleaner, etc.). Top Loader 4spd with Hurst linkage and new 12″clutch, flywheel and pressure plate. New front and rear drive lines. Dana 60 rear end, Dana 44 front, both lockers with 4.10 gears. Looped drive line, strapped rear end. New shocks. Dutchman axles ,4-wheel power disc brakes, power steering, chrome tilt steering column and wood Chev steering wheel. Dana 20 Twin stick transfer case with billet shifters. Painless wiring and switch box, Sun gauges including tach, New wipers, heater box, gas tank, optima battery and aluminum rear mounted box, all lighting is new. New full roll cage. New Best top with tinted windows and new Best front seats. Locking “Tuffy” center console with mounted internally CD remote stereo, CB, fire extinguisher. New windshield frame and glass. Chrome bumpers. New “American Racing” alloy wheels and 33×12.50×15 Goodyear Wrangler “MTR”s. I know I’ve missed something? $$ Tens of thousands invested $$! It is street legal, currently licensed and title in hand. Very sand worthy and wickedly powerful! Tons of receipts. $15,000 Offer/Trade?”
