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Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
UPDATE:**SOLD** Was on eBay.
“1958 Willy’s Jeep CJ-5 4×4. Includes a 4 cylinder OHV and manual transmission. Complete frame over restoration done in 2013. This Jeep was originally build for Douglas Aircraft California as an Airport Fire Fighting Vehicle. Very Rare as it’s only 1 of 6 that were ever made. 150 Gallon Water Tank + PTO Pump. The Jeep drives great and impossible to find in this condition.”
This is a former Air Force jeep.
“For sale my 1965 willys cj5. This was an air force base jeep that was originally delivered to the military on January 1 1966. It is a southern car that I got in texas and has been my daily driver for the past 2 years. . It was originally blue but was painted green at some point. Mechanical it is in great shape a rebuilt engine, brakes, new clutch, tires and top. It has heat and a new fuseblock with labled tails for lights, radio and other accesories.The 4 wheel drive works in all ranges and all gears work. A great driver. The car is titled and currently registered in ma. Please email with your phone number if you have any questions or want to come and take a drive.”
http://boston.craigslist.org/sob/cto/5177320745.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Looks like this was built in Canada. Runs.
“1969 CJ5, 4X4, Keizer Willy Jeep with Buick 225 (3.7L) V6 Dauntless motor. Good running condition. Great restoration project, or modification, use your imagination.
Asking $1900 OBO, trade for heffer, (cow). Let’s make a deal!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
(06/24/2014) The flattie runs, but the CJ-5 does not.
“ have two Jeep Willy’s
No titles for either one.
One is missing part of the body but runs and drives (1951 M38).
Second Willy (1955 CJ-5) did run when parked about 10 years ago. Engine is free not frozen and has full body.
I was going to restore both but no longer have the time and wish to sell them.
I am told that the running Willy is a 1951 M38. The engine has been rebuilt runs good. Brakes all restored and is drivable.
Asking $3500 for both.
Serious buyers only please,”
There may be value here.
“1995 Jeep Willys
Nice Toy To Play Around With!
Needs TLC!
Clean Title! AS-IS.
Call For More Info!”
http://westmd.craigslist.org/cto/5171116814.html
This is another CJ-5/CJ-3A combined body.
“1949 Willy Jeep CJ3A body mounted on a 1955 CJ5 frame. It has a 225-V6 with a 3spd Transmission. The front axle is a Dana 27 and the rear axle is a Dana 44. The frame is perfect and the body is good. This is a project vehicle and currently does not run or drive. It’s been in dry storage since 1980. All of the major parts are there to complete. If your looking for a Jeep project this is a great opportunity. ”
http://maine.craigslist.org/cto/5163535234.html
Frazier came across a fascinating post on the Land Rover Series One Club forum. Apparently, there were discussions between Land Rover and Kaiser Willys about working together or a merger. According to this book about the British Motor Industry, the talks occurred in 1958. After exchanging information and design ideas, it appears Kaiser backed out of the deal.However it happened, Land Rover engineers apparently built a hybrid CJ-5 Land Rover. All the photos can be seen at the Rover forum. You’ll need to sign up with the forum to see all the photos.
According to one of the photo’s captions, Using the transmission and chassis from an 88 inch model (shortened to 83 inches) this hybrid LR/Jeep prototype was created by Land Rover as potential partnership discussions between the two companies were held. Ultimately no association was formed but an interesting prototype all the same.
This CJ-5 is powered by a Kubota.
“Kubota turbo diesel. runs great. needs tires and wheel seal. very rust free. from Colorado this year. clear title in my name.”
http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/5155377591.html
The article doesn’t specify where, but it appears this jeep is in Europe somewhere. Thanks to Alex for spotting it!
http://gas2.org/2014/11/06/classic-jeep-cj5-converted-electric/
This could be a good price.
“I have a 1960 Willy’s CJ5 for sale or possible trade
Has a 283 small block Chevy which has some value to it itself
Th350 auto tranny
Not perfect but not bad”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/5151456177.html
There may be value here.
“1951 Jeep Willy SB ford and 1974 CJ V6 buy both for 1200.00 or each 600.00 No titles”
http://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/5152033618.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5800.
The pics show hubcaps on one side, but not the passenger side. Looks nice otherwise.
“This is a fairly rare, uncut, unmodified, CJ5. 1970 was one of the last years for the “old style” short nose CJ5 before AMC lengthened it so they could put their 232 straight 6 in it.
This one has the old 134 cubic inch Willy’s Hurricane four cylinder engine in it and it runs great. It sounds good, pulls good, does not smoke, starts very well. It has a newer top and side doors, new tires within a couple of thousand miles ago and is a lot of fun on a hot day running around town with the windshield down.
Bear in mind this is not the newer style Jeep and it is not a highway runner. It has a top speed of between 50 and 55. Off road it is a lot of fun. It was painted by a previous owner and is presentable, it has solid floors and the body is very rust free.
All Fluids have been changed and it has a new starter. I bought a new tow bar for it but never installed it, this will go with the Jeep if you want it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $550.
There could be some parts value here.
“Nice old jeep a little rough but all original with only 21636 miles. This is also the first jeep off the line in 1960 ser 57548. Engine setup not running, floors rotted out but frame and body are pretty good shape.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $750.
Between the top and the winch this looks to have value.
“1955 Willy’s Jeep
1969 V6 Xtra Frame Fenders to many parts to list”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Chris sold this locally. Was $15,000.
“Regretfully selling my beloved 1959 Willys Jeep CJ5. This Jeep has been 100% disassembled and restored to original condition. All steel body with absolutely no rust whatsoever. Frame was sandblasted and painted with POR-15, and every detail has been taken care of.
Here is all the information…
THE GOOD
Fully restored 100%
All steel body. Painted in President Red (the original color) using base coat/clear coat and hand polished to a mirror shine
Original engine and drive train — F-head 4 cyl engine with 3 speed manual transmission, 4 wheel drive with high/low range
Beautifully upholstered seats matching the original style, color, and stitching
Kept as original as possible down to the vacuum wiper motor (passenger wiper is manual)
5 brand new radial tires
Completely rewired using reproduction original style wiring harness
Everything mechanical has been gone through and rebuilt or replaced
Draws a crowd at car shows and parking lots
Seat belts were added, although not required by law.
Kept it as original as I could. The only modernization or customization I did was the use of stainless hardware for appearance, radial tires, and Petronix electronic ignition conversion.
Extensive research went into making this as original as possible. Research revealed the correct color of the paint, the windshield frame (semi-gloss black), the upholstery, and even the headlight buckets. Every possible attempt was made to make this as perfect an example of an original 1959 Willys CJ5 as humanly possible.
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This add made me laugh. “jeep is complete and running condition”
“PLEASE READ ENTIRE ADD BEFORE CONTACTING ME.
I have a 1957 Willys Jeep.
It has a 4cyl with a manual 3 spd.
Jeep is complete and in running condition.
Does not have original seats.
As far as I know rest is original.
Was told only about 4000-5000 miles on rebuilt motor. (No Proof)
Have wheels in pics plus original steel military style wheels.
Does have exhaust leak at donut gasket.
Jeep does have 4WD.
JEEP HAS CLEAN MISSOURI TITLE
PLEASE DON’T TEXT OR CALL ASKING HOW MUCH I WANT OR WILL TAKE FOR IT.
I HAVE HAD MANY TRADE REQUESTS AND A COUPLE LOOK VERY TEMPTING,
JUST FIND A NUMBER YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE WITH AND IF I’M NOT THEN WE CAN GO FROM THERE. I UNDERSTAND ANY OVER THE PHONE OFFERS ARE CONTINGANTE UPON SEEING IT IN PERSON.
Willing to trade for a couple four wheelers, adult size off road go cart, street legal dune buggy, side by side, you get the idea.
Make offer, No I won’t take $500 or $700, Do your research”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/snw/5121113728.html
This body has an M-38A1 rear and maybe a 3A(?) cowl. It’s listed as a 46 in one location and a 43 in another.
“43 willys jeep motor ran all com pression On
All Good have not tried to start it has a
twin stick transfer case everything moves freely”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/5113442108.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900.
(04/01/2015) Another example of a flat tie front cowl blended onto a CJ-5 body. For kicks it has a MB?GPW windshield.
“his is a running licensed 51 Willy’s that had $2500 worth of work on before I got it. runs and drives doing custom camo job on it. I am selling so I can get a newer jeep for my wife . I am up for a trade for newer jeep. there are not many Willy’s left but you can still find parts. call jason”
This has an unusual hardtop. Anyone recognize the brand? It might be a custom top.
“1962 Willy’s Jeep all ORIGINAL. …Numbers matching….No rust….Barn kept it’s entire life…Clear Title…. Runs and Drives ….. all 4 Wheel drive works…..$4800…Serious inquires only. …..possible Trade..No Motorcycles…No Junk……..Text or call ..”
http://easttexas.craigslist.org/cto/5117008269.html
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $1600.
There looks to be value here.
“For sale is a 1965 Willys Jeep CJ5 with approximately 28k original miles on it. I picked this up in Pennsylvania a few years ago with the intent of fixing it up and using it to plow snow on my private road. I don’t have time or room for it anymore so it must go. It was originally purchased new in Pa with a dealer installed plow, hard top and radio and was only used to plow a private road. The elderly gentleman I bought it off of was the 3rd owner and used it to plow his driveway.
It is CJ-5 that was bought new by the family and funs.
“I have a 1956 Willys jeep for sale. The drivetrain and motor is good . The motor runs. It is the old Willys jeep . There is no title. Was bought new in 1956 and had only one owner. Owner passed away and son trying to sell.”
http://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/5108708878.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
Unclear if this is $500 a piece or total. The multi-colored truck appears to have an original push bumper.
“I am selling these 3 old Jeeps, I don’t know much about them, titles have not yet been found but maybe will be. Would prefer to sell them as parts and all three at once. Any other questions or to set up view feel free to call or email.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1100.
(06/14/2015) This has a CJ-3A body melded to a CJ-5.
“Have an old Willy’s Jeep, body is rough but engine runs solid. Perfect restore project or farm vehicle. $1100 OBO. Contact if interested.”
http://swmi.craigslist.org/cto/5067912441.html
No good overview pics.
“This is a 1956 Willys Jeep-A-Trench. Comes complete with the original engine, transmission and all Jeep-A-Trench components. Also comes with the rare original engine governor. I have the original pink slip title with the matching black California license plates. I also purchased another Jeep-A-Trench Willys jeep for parts. So you also get an extra engine, transmission, and complete Jeep-A-Trench setup (there is one just like it currently advertised on eBay for $5,500). I have two digging chains; one with cups for soft soil and one with spikes for hard soil. I paid $600 for all new bearings for the digger chain wheels. I have all four auger screws. Lot’s of good and rare documents included. Extra “Electrolift” for the front blade included as well. This jeep is complete with the original front blade and counterweight too. I have many body and many misc parts that go with this jeep; extra steering column and box, extra drive shafts, excellent gas tank, etc.”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/5114902717.html
Maybe some value here?
“I have a Jeep Willy half cab I was going to restore but don’t have time. started to teardown. rebuilt carb, new battery, new master cyl.”
http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/5109254989.html
