UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $3000. It’s been recently painted.

(02/07/2015) Still needs some work.

“1953 Willys CJ3B, rare / unique High Hood model jeep. Body is very good. Frame is very good. On road / off road hobby project. Don’t call expecting perfection, this is a work in progress. Have completed lot’s of work to it. 302 V-8 engine runs, & sounds good.
Three speed transmission, dual exhaust, headers. Lock-out hubs. Tires are not good, but nice aluminum rims. Have been completing shade-tree bodywork and paint. Military OD green at this point, looks good from 10′.
Overall, jeep needs little more TLC. No top, no doors. ( Period gas can and gas can holder can be purchased separately for $125.00). (Period Army footlocker for tool storage in back, can be purchased separately for $65.00). (9,500 lb. winch with wired remote can be purchased separately for $500.00).
New parts: brake shoes, wheel cylinders, some brake lines, thermostat, headlights,Optima Red Top battery, manual choke, Reese hitch receiver.
Racing seats installed. Rhino liner applied to interior. Floorboards cut out and replaced.
Buyer could take the jeep body off and replace it with an early Bronco body, which would probably double it’s value, then sell the jeep body or put it on a jeep frame / drive-train..”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.

It’s rough.

“Vintage 1950 jeep
Any questions just call or text, contact info is listed”

UPDATE: **SOLD* Was $1500.

It’s a project with a replacement tub.

“Selling a Willys Jeep CJ3B, has been off the road for several years and needs refreshing to be driven. Has not been started in a few years, but appears to be complete with a solid chassis and drivetrain.”

The top seems to fit oddly.

“1953 Willys Jeep, partially restored and garaged for the last 35 years. Body was removed, frame was sand blasted and treated just before the body was rebuilt. Original hood and tailgate were restored, new wiring, lights. The soft top is not an original OEM part. $4,000 or BO.”

http://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/5166590732.html

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1299

(06/02/2015) It runs.

“WILLYS JEEP CJ3B 1956
For sale is a barn find 1956 Willys Jeep CJ3B. The body has been redone several years ago and is still very solid. It has been inside stored for the last 10 years. Motor is a 134 F head 4 cylinder and runs very well. Transmission shifts great with no issues. The 4wd works as it should. The frame is in very good condition. Comes with a matching spare tire and wheel (not shown). That is not sheet metal on the sides of the body its just an ugly foil someone put on it. The windshield is plexiglass and needs to be replaced with a glass one. The brakes do not work and some rewiring will be necessary. This would be a very nice Jeep to restore because it is very complete or just fix it up and play with it. It has a clear Michigan title.”

Has a few updates.

“1953 Willys High Hood!!I had the original engine,trans,transfer case and overdrive all rebuilt. 11′ brakes,lines and master cylinder all less than 100 miles on them. converted to 12 volt. Pointless ignition.Chevy power steering. Engine runs like a sewing machine. Done with this project moving on to boats.”

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/5160769384.html

UPDATE: Price dropped to $3000.

It’s listed as a 1950.

:Up for sale is a 1950’s Willys CJ3A – it’s had an interesting life I’d imagine….pulled it off a farm in Colorado, cleaned her up and got life back into this cool 1950’s Willys.

Interesting factoids about this Willys:

-clean Colorado title
-high back seats from modern car / truck – original gas tank was removed and replaced with remote tank (poly) in tailgate area – bracing for new seat prohibits proper fitment for original tank.
-AMC 195.6 Engine – straight 6 cylinder engine that runs good
-Ramsey winch (DCB200) on heavy duty front bumper – untested
-diamond plated dash (original dash is underneath)
-only gauges to speak of are oil pressure, temp, and amps. NO speedo, no fuels gauge.
-no chips or cracks in windshield
-no wipers or blinkers
-carb (Holley single barrel) was resealed and runs but could use additional tuning.
-12 volt conversion done
-Oil changed, radiator flushed and refilled
-brakes fluids bled but could use additional work / service
-50 caliber ammo can and gas can added for flavor
-good stout roll bar – NO tops, bikini or doors included
-been repainted several times and probably will get at least one more coat of paint in its lifetime. That said it does have a cool blue patina to it.
-rust? yes some here and there..signs of repair at fenders
-all tires hold air but they are on the older side for sure.
-parking lights work but headlights and brake lights do NOT.

One cool Willys. Know that this is a 50+ year old vehicle that has had a very basic “once over”. If you are looking for a highway commuter, this is not your car. If you want a fun weekender, trail master (some day) and can turn a wrench this is a great candidate….

Comes as seen with no additional parts… I guess I forgot to add that I DONT need help selling, I probably won’t sell it to a Saudi Prince or a friend of a friend who wants to make 25.00 per month payments in pennies.”

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/5152600882.html

UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $6000.

It looks like this has some carpet.

“Jeeper Fans Everywhere….Check this one out!!!!

1953 Jeep Willys (CJ 3B) Part of the first series that moved Jeeps from an exclusively Military vehicle to the civilian market.

$6000 [OBO]
Specs and Inclusions:
* 4 Cyl “F” style head
* Refurbished about 10 years ago….all stock parts retained
* Tow-bar
* Hydraulic Wench
* “Bikini “Top included
* Clean Title
* Registered in CA until August 2016
Pics below will showcase great this Willy’s looks. Most everything you see is stock…..”

MIght be worth a look. Probably not army issue . . .

“1955 Willys army issue jeep. good condition must see to appreciate. Please call no emails.”

http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/5147382645.html

It looks like this interior might have rhino lining.

“1953 Willys Jeep for sale in good shape and runs good. I do have the canvas top. It is the original steel body. Asking $6,000. Calls only,”

http://buffalo.craigslist.org/cto/5142954618.html

UPDATE: Price dropped to $5800.

(06/25/2015) Some closer photos would help!

“53 willys 3B (high hood) has a 327 chev motor with camel hump heads. good rubber, clear title, needs work but runs real good, back seat is removeable. bikini top.”

http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/5149022871.html

UPDATE: Still Available

Not sure if it runs or not.

“i have an original 64′ jeep willy’s with the 4 cyl,high low,4 wheel drive.needs a little body work on pass side (rust).frame is solid.will run and drive with a little carb work,has been sitting a while.looking for $2500 in trade value,or a little cash and a trade.let me know what you have,nothing that needs work or i would just keep the jeep.( i have no time to work on anything).will post pics later tonight,thank you.have a clear w.v. title in hand.”

http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/cto/5136503099.html

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1850.

Doesn’t look too bad from the pic.

“1954 Jeep Willys, needs complete restoration meaning frame off, panels replaced, drive train, interior. Will make a neat project for someone for have lost interest.
Have title in hand.”

Has a rear PTO.

“Original 4 cyl rebuilt with 3 speed trans and a PTO drive on the rear. Body rough runs and drives original seats and driveline. Clean AZ title”

http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/5144502416.html