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UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.
(11/18/2022) The price may be a placeholder given this doesn’t run.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1330813397667614
“Just got a new title for it runs great Have the windshield but it has no glass Not highway worthy so bring trailer New key New rad hose New fuel pump Shoot me an offer”
This is a project with 2A and M-38 parts.
https://columbia.craigslist.org/pts/d/lexington-1946-jeep-willys-cj2a/7569754632.html
“1946 Willys CJ2a
This is a franked jeep project,
not for the purists
M38 tub and fenders, windshield frame
Buick V6, T90/Dana 18
Dana 41 rear axle, Dana 25 front
The project is not done, needs someone to finish it.
Upgraded suspension to 76-83 CJ5 stock springs
Rebuilt transmission and Tcase
Buick 225 V6, bottom end was clean, resealed it. Heads were rebuilt
HEI ignition
Power steering
Upgraded master cylinder to dual circuit MC
Front drum brakes are 11” drums, rebuilt
All new brakes lines
All new fuel lines
Brand new tires
New seat cushions and upholstery
Advanced adapters chain linkage upgrade for clutch
New Gauges
Continue reading
There seems to be some value here.
https://southbend.craigslist.org/pts/7566646727.html
“Willys Jeep parts M38 style with some differences. Tailgate has all reinforcements but never had holes drilled to mount the tire or gas can. Grill has military and civilian features. I think this may have been a DJ when Willys built it, they often used up leftover and over run parts for the DJ’s.
The one large section of transmission cover pictured has been sold.
M38 hood has been sold, now includes a Willys stamped hood in fair condition.
$450 for all or message for individual parts.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/09/2022) It’s a project that’s been available for sale for a while.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1047740732531415
“Great project Most parts are here 1952 Willy’s Jeep Comes with a F134 motor T14 Transmission Dana 18 Transfer case Dana 41 Axles Has motor mounts for a Buick V6 motor but also have additional frames with the original motor mounts so you could go either way. Saginaw steering box 15” Rims Windshield Needs wiring and brake lines It is a project but I don’t have time for it. Working on another Jeep currently. Title in hand”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/804033221019356
“I bought this m38 at a auction. Decided to focus on my cj6 projects so selling. Parts only bill of sale only. I haven’t messed with it since i got it so no clue on engine status”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/03/2022) Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2308328532652965
“2 Jeeps 1951 M-38 (military) & 1952 CJ-2 (civilian) plus Army trailer $3500 Cash & Carry Lucedale Ms. 601/770-0599. 1951 military Jeep & 1952 Civil Jeep . They are complete but will need total restoration .[hidden information] Might consider trading for old metal gas station signs or Coke signs . Also selling lot of old signs , gas pumps & coke machines, soda coolers moving must sell”
Neither jeep runs.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/439438021711522
“For sale: (2) Authentic Korean War Willys M-38 Jeeps. The lighter green one has clear Texas blue title in my name and a Buick V6 with forward 8K Koenig PTO-driven winch. Both Jeeps have clear and legible data plates. Neither Jeep is running or driving. Both for $4500. Cash, or will trade for delivered weed-free round bale hay. “Is this available,” “are they running and driving” inquiries will be deleted. Serious buyers only need to call: (two hundred fifty four) 300 sixty 8 – seventy 3 ninety 9.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $12,000.
(10/11/2022) Looks like a solid build.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/473737250839530
“1952 m38, 4.3 vortec, sm465, power steering, four-wheel power disc brakes. Ground up build 2 years ago.$15, 000.”
The seller doesn’t have pics of the parts jeep yet.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/807250527038684
“3 jeeps. WWII era , 2 jeeps in pictures, 3rd is a parts jeep with engine, pictures coming. The fire truck engine is not seized, won’t take much to make it run. The 2 others have all the parts to make one jeep. Comes with title”
UPDATE: Back on eBay
(06/10/2022) Bill shared this nice looking M-38 for auction. The starting bid is $12,000, but this appears to have a reserve price as well.
View all the information on eBay
“This 1952 Willys M38 Jeep was built for the Korean War (1950-53). It is correct as new – 24 volt system,
4-cylinder L134 engine, 3-speed transmission, 2-speed transfer case. Color is 24087, olive drab. The new canvas top and seat covers are by Beachwood Canvas. The five tires are 700x16s. It has a military waterproof ignition system. All components are new or rebuilt. As photos show, this jeep has a M1 rifle gun scabbard with a dummy M1 Grand rifle. Located in SW Idaho, 85 miles from Boise”
This has part of the tub cutout at the driver’s entrance, but otherwise seems in good shape. Thanks to Tom for sharing.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/638925747703709
“1953 m38 Totally restored. Rust free. Matching trailer. Excellent condition Folders of receipts and manuals. Very rare. Trades considered.”
Has a non-running Buick V6.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1304290506642453
“PRICE REDUCED MUST SELL TO PURCHASE HAY: For Sale or Trade for hay: 1951 Willys M-38. Rare front driven PTO to Koenig winch. Clear Texas Blue Title in my name. Excellent candidate for restoration. Has a non-running Buick even-fire V6 in it right now. Can come with the correct L134 flathead gear-driven ‘51 long block with Transmission and transfer case, and MANY spare parts for the right price. First $4350.00 OBO takes the M-38 as you see it. Rear tires are up in the photograph but they have gone flat. I can deliver. I can load the jeep on your trailer. I Will trade for fortified weed-free hay, delivered or I can pick up—anywhere.”
Seems to have some value.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/801237007638040
“Project for someone.It has a 231 V6 motor and I was told it needed a cam shaft.It has had a lot of work I just don’t have time to repair.”
Includes a variety of parts.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1288902198563503
“Selling jeep parts all together, will not separate. Lots of new and nos parts and used,cash only no trades ,need to down size, includes trailer transmission and engine to rebuild ,local pickup only, located near wetumpka Alabama includes 4 front axles 3 rear axels 2 military top transmission, 4 civilian top transmission 5 lhead engines 1f head engine in various conditions, 2 m38 carburetors,has been taged in Alabama”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5520879134694150
“1948 Jeep Willys · Other_body_style · Driven 12,345 miles Maybe an M38 I really don’t know. Not sure the year but mostly complete! Many good parts. Engine wasn’t locked up.”
Unusual rims. I suspect the center of the front rims were enlarged to fit the hubs.
https://asheville.craigslist.org/cto/d/webster-1952-jeep-willys-m38/7546374057.html
“1952 Jeep Willys M38
$8400 obo
4cyl, runs great
Includes: 2 tops – Jeep cover w/ doors and sides + bikini top pictured, tow-along with hitch, spare tire with mount
12 volt conversion done
See pic of repair list
Great mechanically! Has some rust in floor board, toolbox areas, paint needs help
Odometer: 47903 stopped working in 1966
No trades”
UPDATE :Price dropped to $6200.
(10/04/2022) This M-38 has a variety of updates. It may have a replacement body as well.
https://eauclaire.craigslist.org/snw/d/plum-city-jeep-willys-1951/7549823133.html
“Jeep Willy 1951 Vintage Jeep
Motor 327 Chev.
Miles 52376
3 speed
Motor runs very well. Body in very nice shape.
Cheaper than a side by side.
I don’t need help selling. CASH Only……”
This has a replacement body, but I think it might have been an M-38. The windshield is shorter, like a CJ-3B, but with an unusual scallop. I don’t know if this is custom or aftermarket.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/700121887946181/
“1952 Jeep Willys 4×4 350 automatic transmission 3.8L V6 Clean title and registered till Nov Beautiful restored jeep Engine runs strong 33” tires Only issue are the brakes, the pedal hits the steering wheel column so it needs to be positioned better. They’re drum brakes so they’re stiff but they do work, I used to drive this thing around. I just don’t have the time or money to fix anymore.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(10/02/2022) This has an unusual windshield, along with modified seating.
https://odessa.craigslist.org/cto/d/odessa-vintage-jeep/7540744334.html
“Had the Jeep for 10 years. Replaced the starter, the coil. the master cylinder, and the carburetor. I still have all the original parts put aside for the person that wants to bring it all back original. It runs and needs to have the carb adjusted “it’s brand new but needs to be tweaked to suit engine”. The engine is the original 4-312L. It was overhauled before I bought it. Tires are original seats were put in by me they’re northern tool specials. Call if your serious only.”
Interesting rims on this M-38.
https://asheville.craigslist.org/cto/d/webster-1952-jeep-willys-m38/7533729742.html
“1952 Jeep Willys M38
$9100 obo
4cyl, runs great
Includes: 2 tops – Jeep cover w/ doors and sides + bikini top pictured, tow-along with hitch, spare tire with mount
12 volt conversion done
See pic of repair list
Great mechanically! Has some rust in floor board, toolbox areas, paint needs help
Odometer: 47903 stopped working in 1966
No trades
Text cell only 828-D9Y-00TH
I’m selling for owner”
Maybe some parts value? Includes a second engine.
https://austin.craigslist.org/pts/d/round-rock-willys-m38-army-jeep-1952/7529530715.html
“I am selling my Willys M38 army jeep project.
I picked it up a few years ago with the intention of restoring it. I ran out of time and want to
hand this project off to another.
The original engine is a total loss but I am including another engine that was running when it was taken out of another Willys. (CJ2A I believe)
This jeep will need some de-rusting and allot of work on the tup if not a new one. The frame is solid
(the M38 is one of the most robust military jeeps) I am including all of the original parts
of this jeep and the replacement engine.
located in Round Rock 78681
pick up only
The tires hold air for a few days and turn and the steering works so it can be pushed onto a trailer.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1400 for all.
https://springfield.craigslist.org/pts/d/west-plains-jeep-cj5-collection/7533037489.html
“Selling over 20 year collection of Willys CJ parts. Several flat fender parts and cj5 parts. F head block and head, pistons,rods, turned crank, never installed, l head parts, block head, miscellaneous, m38 body and frame(body rough), v6 Jeep frame and axles, several front and rear axles, steel top for cj5 v6, radiator for m38 or cj2, several bodies, rough, transmission/transfer, windshields, new brake parts, far too much to list. Price is firm. Suggest you come and look first and then bring a trailer if you decide to buy. Will take me hours to dig it all up. Getting older and trimming down my project list.
All cj stuff to go.”
Doesn’t run. Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1344605789635017
“I have m38 ready to be restored made by willys asking 2300 does not run missing carb.”
Unclear how much value is here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1115150935775148/
“Project Military Willy’s (M38). This has all parts and will be a major project but you won’t have to hunt for some of the harder to find items. This has been at my family friends ranch for 40 years and I am helping him sell this gem. There were 60k of these made and there aren’t many left. Hoping the right buyer will see the beauty in this and restore it to its former glory. I will do my best to answer questions. Bill of Sale only.”
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”
