David’s selling his running 1953 M-38A1 project.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1660050951307601

“Pretty intact old Army Jeep. Began life in OD green, shows Navy grey in places, now pale yellow w. Civil Defense markings. (reproduction sticker)

F-134 motor. Rochester carb. Originally 24v electrical. I have switched the coil, distributor and starter to try and get it to run. Jeep sat idle for many years on a ranch south of Marfa. Jeep will fire and idle. Shows decent compression. Runs on fuel in carb bowl or starting fluid but not building oil pressure. Have not tried to run longer until I could determine if it was oiling but not showing on the gauge or…

Please call or message me (via the Facebook link) for more info. I’ve tinkered a lot on this Jeep and can give you a good idea of its condition. Would be a great project, much of its original army stuff is still there. Body in pretty good shape considering. The 24v stuff can go with it if desired. Restore, build a ranch / hunting Jeep or get running as-is. Patina for miles.”

RARE 1954 M38A1 Ex-Army Jeep Willys and Ex-Fire Brush Truck CA Titled – $12,500

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Brush Truck M38a1

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/d/escondido-rare-1954-m38a1-ex-army-jeep/7824886819.html

Seller

Running, Driving, and current Registration til July 2025 (2025 sticker in envelope still).

Can you drive it home? Uh, sure. But if you aren’t comfortable driving a 70+ year old jeep with no seatbelts, no doors, no power brakes and no power steering and are otherwise unfamiliar with the Jeep “Death Wobble”, I would recommend you either take back roads slowly or you tow it.

This is Dave .. my wife ran across this package the other day. Seems like a good price. It includes a Warn OD.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2113825515703738/

“1955 M38A1 military jeep with m416 trailer 1. Original F-head 134 engine with T-90 3 speed manual transmission and warn overdrive. 2. Changed from 24 volt to 12 volt 3. Good tires, new spare 4. Runs, stops, and drives good. 5. Trailer is in good condition. 6. All lights are military. 7. Has original military slave cables for jumping batteries. 8. Extra T-90 transmission and transfer case. 9. Extra parts: ex: oil filters, touch up paint, Other items also. 10. 2 battery system. 11. Has permanent 1955 plate. 12. Stereo system included.”

Bill shared this ebay ad (with make offer option) for a parts jeep.

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“This is an original 1962 USMC M38A1 Radio Jeep S/N 87346
This Jeep was used by the Civil Air Patrol for many years
It is complete and original except for the Bubba Roll Bar
It sat neglected for many years and rust has taken its toll
This is a good Jeep for parts I doubt it’s worth restoration, but that’s up to the Buyer.
Everything under the hood is about as original as they come, unfortunately the Engine is stuck
All fording and 24-volt Equipment is intact.
Radiator holds water and antifreeze was present in block.
This year model has the Locking Front and Rear Differentials.
The Jeep alone in parts is worth the Buy it Now price, but I’m open to offers.
I do have the 4 original wheels and a good transferable VA Title that matches Data plates
Feel free to reach out with questions
I can arrange delivery on the East Coast for a fee.”

There’s value here. Thanks to TJ for sharing.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/787642459956311

“Was going to use body for my own restoration but now looking at something different. Body is mostly good but will need new floor pan. -does not include windshield frame -does not include tire carrier or roll bar -drivetrain has a rear axle (original I believe) front axle with transfer case & T-90 transmission mated to a 4.2 liter V-6. -no steering column but there is a power steering pump attached -tires are flat & vehicle will need to be put on a trailer”

The recoiless rifle is real.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1165381121332973

“1952 Willys M38A1C Recoiless Rifle Carrier w/ 106mm Recoiless (inhert) Recoil rifle is not a mock up. It is the real deal. Very nice condition, no cancer , very clean, very complete. Has had frame off restoration in late 80s. Garage kept since Only issue; hops out of 2nd gear at times Otherwise very nice vehicle.”

There’s a lot going on here. It appears to be an M-38A1 body that sits on a non M-38A1 frame. That may have a CJ-3B hood grafted onto an M-38A1 hood?

https://humboldt.craigslist.org/pts/d/miranda-1952-jeep-willys-army-jeep-m38/7759062443.html

“1952 military willys jeep m38 a1, it’s been modified at one time we think it may have been a movie car by the way its done but its neat. I have good spare engine comes with, original one that’s in it sat to long n needs work but I’m sure its probably fixable too. It’s fresh out of a barn, no rust or rot but it’s def been worked. $1900 obo.”

It runs and drives.

https://eastoregon.craigslist.org/cto/d/milton-freewater-1955-willys-jeep-cj5/7754555346.html

“4 cyl. Hurricane engine
Runs/ drives
No surprises that are known
12,000 lb. Warn winch
Needs the wiring redone because it was crumbling but not a big job.
Good restoration project
odometer is broken
$4500 or best offer”

UPDATE: Oops .. I missed that this has a CJ-5 body. Thanks for correct that!

Low to no rust early M-38A1-ish that runs and drives.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/752270860297872/

“1953 Willies, 4 cylinder, standard 4 speed, 3 gear shifts. Runs well. As you can see the mileage is off the Guage, we are unsure of actual mileage. Title in hand Call Jerry 2o8-9seven1-6one4nine with questions or to come take a drive”

Bill shared this USMC Radio jeep. Note that the title may not be in the seller’s name, given it is a South Carolina title.

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“FFrom what I can find out this is a rare USMC 1962 USMC Radio Jeep
Serial # 87509 DoD 8/62
1 of only 500 M38A1 Jeeps made for the Marines in 1962, I don’t know how many Radio Jeeps there were.
This one saw service as a Volunteer Fire Department Vehicle in South Carolina.
Pretty sure it was converted to 12 volts at that time.
Body is Rusty to say the least.
All of the Dash Data Plates are in tack, as well as the Radio instruments and switches.
The good part is that these Jeeps were under coated, so the frame is in really in good condition
And another plus on these Jeeps is that they were ordered with limited slip front and rear differentials.
You will not find that on any other M38A1’s.
That alone is worth the low reserve price.
I put a Battery in it, and it turns over freely
Oil looks good, radiator holds water
19345 miles on Odometer
16 X 7.50 Tires are in decent shape with no dry rot
Part it out fix it up, your choice
I do have a Transferable South Carolina Title”

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Unclear what the price is on this M-38A1, but it appears in reasonably good condition. Auction is June 19th.

https://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/3928862.html

This seems worth a look. The back of this may have been pushed inward some.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/972053264538912

“1952 Willy’s M38a1, 4cyl manual trans. Runs drives and stops. 4wd works. One year only Original military jeep.(hinged front grill 24v water proof electrical) Has been converted from 24 volt to 12 volt. New battery, new front drive shaft. New tires. New coil, fuel pump, points, wires. Professionally rebuilt carb, new aluminum fuel lines and filters. Old block heater works, doesn’t get hot. Has heater not wired up though. Original seats and brackets. Lights work, brake lights work, no turn signals. Manual choke. Runs like a top. All fluids changed. All joints greased. Great little cabin cruiser or ranch wagon. TOP SPEED 45-50mph. Very low geared. Good for climbing trees!! Storage under the seat and in the cowl. Great vintage rig. $3900 obo. Clear title Can be seen at Heber, AZ”

Tom shared this M-38A1 that runs and drives.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/407947282167336

“Nice original Willy’s , this M38 belonged to the Bowman field civil air patrol until about 1983 , all new correct brakes , hoses and lines , still 24 volt but has been converted to an alternator , radiator rebuilt , water pump , runs and drives good . Body is very good original condition .”

UPDATE: I’ve updated the information on this. John’s looking for someone who appreciate this pretty stock M-38A1 that John uses on a daily basis. It’s named “JW” for his uncle JW, who taught John how to drive in an MB many years ago.

You can contact John directly via email at John_cooper67 @ yahoo.com (remove the spaces from around the @) or phone him at 870 688 1775.

“This has been my “daily driver since 2014. Everything works. $14,000 or reasonable offer.
It includes two tops (a modern Bestop and a canvas summer top) and tire chains.
It still has an F-head.
Everything is original.
After it’s military service, the jeep was painted white and used as a civil defense vehicle, Then, it was painted olive drab and used as a prop in the movie Selma. I purchased it after that.”

TJ spotted this project. Given the winch, and the price, this running jeep may be worth a look. Can’t tell what condition the body is in due to snow.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/931160111430905

“Needs a new home, just been sitting. Rancho suspension, buick odd fire v6. She starts and drives with external fuel supply. Comes with 15 gallon fuel tank and line. Needs work. No trades please”