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There's been some mods to this one, more than described by the seller. Looks like a great trail jeep.
"RARE FIND! Relocation forces sale of Jeep! Original body, new rolling chaise, tires, custom roll cage, 5pt harness seats, 20 gal fuel cell. Custom made cover for outstide storage (has been garaged). Runs great and ready for off roading! More photos available upon request. Seller will entertain all offers and call with any questions. More pictures can be emailed. 503-314-6806"
I love Scotts Valley .. I worked out of the old Borland Building for 3 years. There are few better places in the US to work than the old Borland Building (now the Enterprise Technology Center). As for the jeep, it's priced a bit high for a non-running CJ with significant rust.
"All original 1964 Willys CJ-3B (original matching serial number engine and chassis with number plate. Original body color was Spruce Green, now is painted a light blue color. Runs fine, but smokes a little (engine should be rebuilt eventually). Needs some minor work to get running again (battery recharged, gas lines and gas tank drained). Hood looks like it has been replaced at some point. Aftermarket heater installed in front passenger side. Rear bench seat is missing. CD ignition system installed."
I think this is a good price. It looks like it has a warn winch, good tires and a good top. With the overdrive, you've got $1000 worth of value right there.
"1963 Willys CJ3B jeep V8 with overdrive 31 inch mud tires. Lots of extras. Call Andy 432-7869."
UPDATE: This was for sale for the same price in July, but the jeep was brown (as you can see in the pic on the right). Now the jeep is gray as seen in the left.
Given that the body is a fiberglass, which is very hard to find for CJ-3Bs (actually impossible is a better word), I'm positive this was produced in the 80s or early 90s. Looks to be in great shape.
"This 1954 3-B Highhood powered by a Chev 383 stroker V-8 and 4-Speed transmission. warn 12,000 lb winch. 36×14.50×16.5 swampers. dana 44 front axle. dana 18 transfercase. Fiberglass Body …."
(SEE COMMENTS) It appears a great deal of meticulous work has gone into this ‘restoration’ and it looks nice. However, this doesn’t make a whole lot of sense to me. If you are trying to make jeep that’s just come off the battlefield of WWII and you are going to invest the time and energy, why not do this with an earlier model such as an MB (that really did come off the battlefield) or it’s closest cousin the CJ-2A?
“98K original miles, 6 volt, all stock and original, new engine (it purrs) with maybe 5K on it, rebuilt transmission, rebuilt brakes, fresh upholstery on the original seats, a few dents and dings. Its turn key, needs nothing, starts, runs and drives excellent for a near 60 year old Jeep. Built to look like it just rolled off the battlefield in WWII, extended bed, Flat military green paint,loaded with ammo boxes, vintage tools, military surplus stuff, canvas etc.”
**SOLD*
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750. I think this is a good deal.
This ad caught my interest because I’d never heard of Newport, Washington. Newport is located north of Spokane and west of Sand Point, Idaho. Looks like a beautiful place.
The jeep is interesting too. The drive train has been modernized and the jeep outfitted with a modern cage. The engine probably has some extra spunk for a v-6, but bored 60 over suggests that it might not have a ton of life left.
“1953, Complete running gear out of 1968 Jeepster Commando, 3:73 gears, model 27 up front has a 44 in the back, model 18 transfer case,turbo 400 with shift kit, 225 V6 punched over 40 headers and turbo mufflers, aluminum high rise with 4 barrel carb, saginaw power steering, 2 inch lift kit, we have a few spare parts that go with it. Hasn’t been started in three or for years. missing coil and ballast resister. Has a nice full cage. Front and rear seats out of CJ-7”
UPDATE: **SOLD** wAs $3500.
“I am selling a 1953 Willys CJ3B. This is a rare hi hood flatfender. This jeep is curently regestered and driven all the time.It runs great. It has F head engine and 3 speed tranny,everything works good.I am asking $3500.00 obo.I do not need to sale this jeep so no low ballers.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
“1954 Jeep Willys 3b project. This Jeep would make a perfect project or with a little work make the pefect Hunters Jeep. It has the High hood, Buick V6 motor and a PTO winch. It has been sitting for a few years and at this time does not run. If you have any questions give me a call and I will answer them the best I can.”
This CJ-3B has about 23,000 miles on it. The body looks in good shape, though the new paint job could possibly be hiding dings and rust. The rims are interesting — I'm not sure if those are newer or old rims. Kimberly is 2 hours southeast of Boise.
"This is willy. a 1953 Willys CJ 3B 4cyl Jeep 4×4 in nice condition. This is a very fun Jeep to drive in the summer! It has been recently re-painted in a blue to purple coat/clear coat. New Bikini top & doors, new (USED) seats. All new Diamond plate was installed. A very solid Jeep overall. Runs great with no mechanical issues. Has a very nice set of tires wrapped around a new set of rims. The tires have lots of tread life left. Pardon the mud! See the pictures!"
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3700.
“All original, F-Head engine. Has Roll bar with gun rack, rear seat with additional base to raise for hunting. Street legal, Registered and inspected. Cash sale only”
Brian sent me some updated pictures of his CJ-3B project. He just finished reversing the springs in the front. As a part of that reversal, he had to replace the front of the frame. After conquering this task, he turned his attention to the rear differential, only to discover a big problem (which he'll update all of us about as he progresses through the issue).
Brian explains more below about his spring reversal experience below ….
"I wanted to do a spring reversal so I started by getting some universal after market parts to make things a little easier. Then I bought a early Cj5 frame for the front 8 inches then sold off a chrome bumper and ring and pinion at a small profit.
Here's what I did to lengthen the frame.
I cut a block to use as an template to cut off the front of the 3b frame. (Stan H. — from the Wandering Willys Jeep Club — always said to cut at a 45 degree angle though the frame.) I did the same with the pieces to be added. They lined up really nice.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3600.
“I bought this cj3b last fall with the intent to make a rock crawler but lost interest. This is a rare high hood model that was only avaible for a few years. Here is what I know or have been told about it. The engine is a Buick 225 v6, T14 3spd tranny, Warn overdrive with a stacked PTO, Dana 44 rear, Dana 27 front and 4:88 gears, all from a 1970s Cj5. There is a pto winch on it that does work! The Jeep runs and drives great, but it does need some work on the brakes, (pulls to the right while braking).”
This CJ-3B appears meticulously restored.
"Willys 1953 CJ3B restored, all new metal and paint, everything else mechanical new or rebuilt, transferred to 12 volt, new soft top, new looking original stickers and markings, engine & dashboard are new, orig seats reupholstered 599 miles since rebuild"
Obviously, these aren't available every day, especially with less than 5k miles. A great collector piece!
"1961 Willys jeep, 4270 original mileage ( no misprint) original 4cylinder engine, 4 wheel drive; 3 speed manual transmission; 5 ton front -pto driven winch ( original equipment) very good tires; 160 gallon water tank that is easily removable; siren and lights.Maintainance records will be provided. This Willys can be put back into original state easiliy. Always garaged; This vehicle was used as a brush fire vehicle by fire department. Buyer will receive extra rear axle and original tire and rim. must sell as per Federal Grant requirements."
Even though the picture isn't great, it's easy to tell this CJ-3B is likely in great shape.
"There no room to list all that this has on it. You really should see it to beleive what it has. I can send photo to the person who has placed a bid. I also have a matching off road cargo trailer that looks great with the 3B. The motor is a 350ci Chevy with only 1000 miles on it. Lots and lots of chrome, just to much to list here. "
UPDATE: This CJ-3B is back on ebay (last time was mid may). Starting bid is now $2200.
The beginning bid price is $2500, which is a bit high for a non running jeep. The rims and tires look new and in good shape. Westfall Oregon is in the middle of eastern Oregon, a ways off either highway 20 or 26.
"For sale is a 1954 Willys CJ-3B, "High Hood". This is the jeep Willys replaced the CJ-3A with, by adding the new overhead engine. Being a taller engine, it needed more room, so, Willys raised the hood. I bought this Willys from a man who was driving it back and forth to work. He had started to restore the jeep, (pulled the radiator, front clip, started some body work…) then he ran out of time, and sold it to me. It is not running at this time….."
Could be a good foundation for a jeep or spare parts.
" 1953 high hood, solid frame and body with metal hard top, no engine or tranny
have title 500 obo"
This jeep was for sale earlier this winter but wasn't completely together. Note that it does seem oddly tilted forward, so I'd check out the reasons for that.
"1962 willys cj-5, ,it has a buick v-6 ,fresh paint, 3 speed trans ,welded rear differetial, 33 x 12.5 bfg's, fresh paint and a spare engine .this jeep needs just a little work and it could be a great toy for your family."
Sounds worth a look.
" 1953 cj3 high hood. no engine or trans. It has a old (metal hard top and doors hard to find). ok tub, great front clip, very solid frame-no cracks. both complete axles and suspenion good. could part it out with all the good parts it has, or rebuild it. $650 obo"
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This CJ-3B has seen a few miles. Maybe the compressor in the back comes with it?! I can’t tell if the rust is surface rust or the more insidious body rot.
“original rebuilt motor, lift kit, big wheels,4 wheel drive,climbs just about any road”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
This looks to be a pretty rust free CJ-3B with a variety of good upgrades.
“All stock except for Chevy 4 cyl engine, Warn OD, 11″ brakes, Chevy steering, Rancho suspension, Bestop top, Toyota LC seats, Smittybuilt roll cage.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3250 **SOLD** I saw this driving around the other day in fact!
This CJ-3B has been for sale for a couple of months. Nampa is a suburb of Boise.
“53 willys. strong running 307 v8.(small block chevy) light and quick.fun to drive.3 speed trans.dual exhaust.sounds good.looks good.runs great.nice bikini top,new windshield and seal,modern bucket seats. “
UPDATE: This sold quickly …
This looks to be a great price. This jeep should go quickly. The tires and rim are worth probably $500 themselves.
“I have a 1956 Willys CJ3B for sale. I bought it in Europe when I was stationed there. It was owned by the Swiss Army in its previous life. I planned on restoring it but the project has ground to a halt. The F-134 engine does not run but all of the pieces are there and when it did run there were no mechanical problems. It also had the T-90 and Spicer 18. The axles are Dana 27 in the front and Dana 44 in the rear. The body is in rough but fairly solid shape. It has rusted through in a few areas but the rust was stopped when I had it sandblasted and coated with POR-15 paint. A Google search will show you this is really amazing (and expensive) stuff. It also has the ventilating windshield, a not too common option.”
Was listed at $10,000
I like the day-glo color and the safari window. Though slightly impractical, the dash is installed nicely. Plenty of details to like about this jeep. This may be a bit much to pay for a drive train without much updated (perhaps it’s rebuilt?).
“This 1964 Kaiser 3B is a “High Hood” with a very clean Chevy 350. We have updated the dash with new gauges and wire. It is still four wheel drive with little mods to gearing. This jeep has always been garaged and well maintained. The windshield it very rare due the the “Safari” style windows. We have a set of rear paddle tires (Sand Tires Unlimited) with rims. Still have the original soft top and soft doors.”