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Looks like it has had some body work. Includes a Sears Bradley trailer.
https://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/d/springer-1953-cj-3b/7064618280.html
“L-134 Go Devil motor. Model 100 Koenig PTO winch, Sears aluminum full cab. General David Bradley Ben Hur type trailer. Jeep drives good. Clutch, brakes, transmission and 4 wheel drive all work as they should. All gauges, heater, lights, blinkers, wind shield wipers work. Motor has a miss at idle. Hate to sell but need to buy a house. $6,500”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
This likely won’t last long. Needs work of some kind.
“1954 Willy’s Jeep
Good motor, body, interior, and canvas top.
Vehicle has been sitting for about 18 months in a garage
Will need some work.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/13/2020) The body seems in pretty good shape, though it likely has had some work and newer paint.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/376508033735234/
“1953 cj3b. First year for the high hood Jeeps. This is a project. Hood has some dents, and floor pans need patched. Tub has minimal rust, but is in very nice condition for age. You can still see the original green paint under the red. Nice pair of original seat frames. I have two f-head engines for it. The original engine is stuck, and the second engine turns over. Transmission is decent, but should be gone through. Frame is in perfect condition. I do not have a windshield frame, or tailgate for it. Clean title. Would be perfect candidate for restoration. $1500”
The ad has a ‘ran-when-parked’ comment, which suggests it doesn’t run?
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/snohomish-willys-1953/7059816366.html
“cj3b willys high hood ,nice project jeep,veyy little rust ,in my garage for last 15 years , came from yakama, its a project i will never do , it needs a new home , it ran when parked ,95 percent stock , do not email”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500.
(06/19/2018) Has some body dings. Drain holes have been filled.
“1953 WILLY JEEP….RUNS GREAT…..REBUILT….NEW ITEMS INCLUDE: wiring, tires, shocks, gas tank, glass, seats, upholstery, top, hoses, gauges, brakes, exhaust system, 4 cyl engine rebuilt…….”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500.
(02/20/2019) Note that the passenger side has a skin over much of it (see third pic). Includes an extra body.
“1953 WILLYS JEEP 4 X 4 IN GREAT CONDITION This is a 4X4 that will take you anywhere that runs great! It is in great shape and has a 4 cylinder motor, 3 speed manual transmission, fold down windshield, fresh paint, tow hitch, and great for off road. It will be hard to find a Willys Jeep in this condition and at this price. Must see! We have this great jeep priced at $9,500.00 for a fast sale.”
UPDATE: Still Available. New pics provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2657313987690748/
“Owned by 2 families for the last 51 years! 4 cylinder engine, 3 speed manual transmission with 4 wheel drive high and low. Has top, sides that roll down and doors plus back seat. Also included is second engine. It has sat in garage last 2 years and not driven. Will need battery, carburator and gas tank cleaned.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
Has some mods (note the windshield) and has had some body work (note height of gas inlet). Given the price, it may be worth a look.
“1953 Willys Jeep CJ3B ▪️Runs and drives. ▪️Factory Hurricane F-head 134, T-90 3 speed manual transmission with a Dana 18 transfer case. ▪️4×4 works as well, with new mile marker locking hubs. Factory Dana 44 rear and Dana 27 front. ▪️newer wheels and tires. 15″ steel wheels with Goodyear 235/75R15 Wrangler Radials. Will include a set of 5 old school steelies painted green. ▪️Updated H4 halogen headlights, newish carb(have the old factory as well) electric fuel pump, plugs wires and fluids changed less than a year ago. ▪️Best part it’s titled free and clear in Utah and currently registered.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4400.
This may go quickly.
“An original CJ3B for sale. New brake wheel and master cylinders. Runs well. 4 whl drive. Original 6 volt electrical system. New speedometer. A full enclosed top available at extra cost”
UPDATE: **SOLD** for $5200 on eBay.
It’s got some update. No reserve auction. Price was $2650 as of this posting. Curiously, it doesn’t have the channel for the top across the windshield. Either it was removed or this is a DJ-3A convertible windshield.
“1953 Willys CJ3-B in storage for 2 years. 3 speed manuel transmition with warn overdrive. Under 500 miles on restoration. Metal body no known rust. Pulled out today engine turns over but stalls out. Assuming carb needs cleaned from sitting. Overall good shape.”
I thought I had listed this one already, but can’t find it now.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/cto/d/othello-1954-willys-jeep/7056105102.html
“My high hood is up for sale. Narrowed Dana 60 front end corporate 14 bolt rear end Detroit lockers front and back four way disc brakes new sheet metal four speed new drive lines new small block 350 Aluminum radiator Rubicon springs new paintless wiring and a lot more. Will trade for side by side”
Not sure there’s much value here. It appears to have Kelly or Cutlas hubs.
https://southjersey.craigslist.org/pts/d/clarksboro-willys-jeep-1954/7054315554.html
“1954 willys Jeep all there but body is rusty frame is nice needs lots love or for parts no title 650.00”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $15,500.
(04/11/2019) It looks like plenty of time went into this rebuild. Seller started with a rusty chassis.
https://stgeorge.craigslist.org/cto/d/mesquite-willys-jeep-cj3b/7054624093.html
“1953 cj3b is the first year of the high hood Jeep. Complete frame off restoration with professionally rebuilt F134 engine. Less than 500 miles on the engine. Electronic ignition with high torque starter and 12 volt system. New wiring system, new gauges, new brakes and brake lines, new exhaust system and hoses, new gas tank and lines, new seats, new tires with black powdered coated rims. She is mean green piece of Jeep history.”
Rare 1964 3B. Has a few updates.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/cto/d/1964-willys-jeep-cj3b/7054479023.html
“1964 Willy’s Cj3b
Before you think that’s to much… This classic Jeep has some very good features:
-very well installed Buick odd-fire v6. Runs excellent. NO damage to firewall. Amazing power.
-full lift kid
-rebuilt transmission
-11” brakes (will fling your dentures if not careful)
-excellent classic Warn winch with original Warn controls inside cab
There is a bit of rust in passenger floor but nothing not easily unrepairable. Otherwise good body.
-new radiator and battery
-will include traditional hardtop
You could easily drive her home (but I’d wear a coat!) Tires on the Jeep are negotiable. Have an essentially new Overdrive setup that could be included. Read Less”
Might once have been a 2A? Not sure if there’s any value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/732097527316325/
“Willys Jeep not sure of year . Motor is stuck , but Jeep is complete . (This is a project or for parts ) located in Gray Ga”
UPDATE: It was probably painted within the last six months. This may have some Allstate or Husky hubs.
(05/03/2019) Runs and drives, but needs work.
https://maine.craigslist.org/grd/d/peru-willys-cj3b-jeep/7054281902.html
“Willys Jeep CJ3B. Runs, drives, steers, and plows. No brakes. Trade for running snowcat, skandic, or alpine. Tractors, attachments, dozers, & backhoes also considered.”
Previous photos:
Has mods. Still needs a little bit of work of some kind.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2448372681935515/
“Nice willys new or rebuilt everything.225 oddfire, t90, twin stick transfer case,power steering,new wiring harness,4v carb,headers,2.5 inch exhaust, new gauges, aluminum radiator. About 90% done.needs to be finished, meny more pictures.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5300.
Runs and drives.
“1953 Willy’s CJ3B Jeep I have owned this almost a year. The previous owner completely rebuilt the original 4 cylinder engine. It has 685 miles on it since rebuilt engine. He also put a new lift, suspension, bearings, wheels,tires,etc. on this Jeep. Since I have had it I had it raptor lined black on the inside and red on the outside. I also had the roll bar installed, custom front bumper made with the light bar, a small winch installed, new front seats, and a custom third backseat installed. The body is in good as shape S you can expect for a 53 but with the liner on it should last forever now. It slipped out of 2nd gear as most so without a new kit installed.. however I have the new $300 kit just haven’t installed it yet. Runs and drives great. The only reason I’m parting with it is because I just purchased two CJ’s. No trades and clear Missouri title in hand.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.
Pat’s done some really nice detail work on the 3B.
“1961 Willy’s CJ3b. Completely restored. Look at the pictures, they speak for themselves. No expense was spared. It’s meticulous.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
Look sleek this has a replacement tub, along with a host of updates.
“1953 Willys Jeep 231 Buick V6 auto trans. Warn winch on front, 33 inch tires, locker in rear axle. Set up for off roading but still street legal. No rust on body.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000.
(12/13/2019) Appears worth a look.
“This Willys is a survivor with many extras as a hurricane 134 engine overhead valve must see Jeep to appreciate”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
Has some minor updates.
“New trans,clutch, starter,carb, electronic ignition”
Needs some work. Could be worth a look.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/463274257936512/
“Listing for a friend. 1953 Willys 4×4. Has three shifters. Has had carb and distributor rebuilt. It runs and is drivable. But does need brake work. Body needs work but has a good frame. New fuel tank included. Can be seen at Fisher Auto Parts in Norton Va”
Looks like a nice rig with a replacement body.
https://reno.craigslist.org/cto/d/truckee-1953-willys-cj3b/7045732696.html
“Great condition with some modern additions for this classic Jeep.
Comes with the 3.2L Buick V6 odd-fire engine so has a great sound especially through short pipes.
Has typical drive train of T90 manual transmission with Warn Overdrive, and a Dana Spicer 18 two-speed transfer case.
Warn manual locking front hubs with chrome 15” wheels wearing 31″x10.50″ Firestone Destination M/T tires (near new). Jerry can and rear swing gate give this classic jeep a modern touch.
Reclining seats with Pyrotect lap belts and a roll bar make this a safe and comfy vehicle for everyday use.
Warn winch mounted on front
Comes with half doors, full doors, full soft top and bikini top. All in good condition.
Grab this flat fender version of the USA classic and make it your off-road weapon or keep the bikini top on and take it to the beach! It’s ready for anything.”
