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UPDATE: Still Available.
Listed as a 1946, it looks like it might be a CJ-3A with an M-38 body. It also has a rear bed extender. Only the one pic provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/751554645985540
“Az willeys. cj2a communication military jeep complete needs restored”
There looks to be some value here.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/coloma-1951-m38-jeep/7529992880.html
“This is a project M38. It came with another jeep that I purchased. It has many of the necessary parts but pretty much everything needs to be done. But, it’s a cheap starting point and it’s an M38 which are getting harder to find. I think that the pictures should answer most questions. No title. Bill of Sale only.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(07/01/2020) Unclear if it runs or not.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/ridgefield-1952-jeep-38/7521648742.html
“M 38 military 1952 jeep. All original includes original winter arctic hardtop. Original 24 V electrical system. Not currently running, in storage.”
The body on this doesn’t appear too bad, but no pics of the floors posted.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/739477017331541
“Willys M38 project not running. Has another engine and transmission to go with it. New 12v wiring harness and a tote of new gaskets and miscellaneous parts. $4500 obo. Stone Mountain Ga. Pick up only”
This nice looking jeep with a rear PTO appears to have a CJ-2A chassis and a replacement body kit. I don’t see any M-38 in it.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1966735386857397
“1950 willys jeep. M38 with rear pto. Solid all original metal body with no rust. New carburator, new battery. Tires are three years old. Stock rear seat and all required brackets included and ready to install.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $27,000.
Brandon is selling this nice looking M-38.
“1952 Willys M38, completely restored including fully rebuilt original Flat head 4cylinder. Has 3 speed manual. Includes complete canvas top. Runs, drives and stops as it should. If you’re interested in this you know what you’re looking for. Please call with any questions. Will consider reasonable offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $900.
This looks like a good price for a parts jeep or project. Thanks to Tom for sharing it.
“Up for sale is a 1952 Willy’s M38 Jeep. This was a barn find. Body needs new floors. Motor is missing the head. One tire is flat. Converted to power steering at some point in its life. No seats. I have a new tool box lid and shocks for this jeep. This is a vehicle that has a lot of potential. I simply due not have the time. No current Title.”
There might be some parts value here. The M-38’s body has been extensively rebuilt in the back.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2267306646752715
“M38 and a I believe a CJ2(not sure of the year on the CJ2. The M38 is dated 3/52). These do not run. Good for parts or restoration. Both motors appear complete but not sure of condition. TM9-804, technical manual for M38 included. No title, bill of sale only. I can help load. $650.00 each or $1,200 for both/obo.”
The body is not included.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/pts/d/gilbert-willys-jeep-m38-rolling-chassis/7515403505.html
“WILLYS M38 ROLLING CHASSIS WITH ENGINE for sale, body not included
“I bought this interesting jeep purely for the GPW body it has on it.
For sale is for everything (other that body and exterior parts ) on the Rolling Chassis including drive train which I believe is from an Willy’s M38 . The engine too is L134 and correctly M38 engine ( casting # 641087) to the best of my knowledge. T 90 transmission and transfer case , all axles etc with wheels . Both the rolling chassis and engine are in very good , clean condition. Engine is in good running order.
I do have an Arizona title for the chassis .”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500.
This M-38 has a few updates.
“This is a 1952 Willys M38. The engine is a four cylinder L134 flat head known as the go devil engine. Engine is not numbers matching to frame but it is the engine that would have been in it originally. It has the T90 transmission with a Dana 18 transfer case. 5.38 gears. It is not fast but will top out at 45-50 mph.
It has been converted to a 12 volt system wired with a Painless wiring kit. Fuel tank has been replaced by the previous owner.
I replaced the master cylinder and the oil pan gasket last summer. Runs Drives and stops. Also has a rear tire carrier that I removed as well as a best top bikini top.
I also have a rebuild kit for the transmission what would be included. When driving in second gear under no load from the engine the transmission slips into neutral.
Reach out with ANY questions. Price is not solid and is negotiable.”
