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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500
This looks like a nice flattie.
“1942 Jeep. (Willys) . Registered as 1949. Rebuilt Chevy 350 V-8. Runs great, can drive anywhere.$5500.00. About $10,000.00 invested”
This could use some work and paint.
“1945 flat floor, 2pc combat wheels. Titled, new 600-16 tires, runs great, owned for 20yrs, topical cabin heater with artic insulated top Call Dan at 651-380-4828 Let’s deal! I’m only post for him.”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/cto/2999386823.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $3850.
(03/14/2012) This looks solid. The F head looks thoughtfully installed.
“F head engine, original jeep drive train, runs and drives well, current registration.”
It runs, but looks rough.
“Solid frame, runs great, working PTO. NO EMAILS
Call Bill 863-419-5757”
http://lakeland.craigslist.org/cto/2997506250.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was no price.
There are a mix of parts and rolling frames.
“1942 TO 1952
WILLYS JEEP
PLUS 4 PARTS JEEPS”
UPDATE: Still Available
(04/30/2012) There appears to be potential here. It runs and drives, too. Not too far from me.
“1945 Willys jeep. All original drive train, frame, and body. Original 4 cylinder motor that has been already converted to a 12 volt system. Runs and drives great. Needs new brakes and lights to be road legal. Has no title. $1500 firm. Any questions or if you want more pictures please call 509-520-6865.”
http://kpr.craigslist.org/cto/2987068096.html
Fresh paint …. everywhere.
“1943 Willy,s MB partial restoration fresh engine rebuild paint etc but still more to do . Many extra parts and manuals .Very fun to drive. (541)771-0250”
http://bend.craigslist.org/cto/2989270426.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(10/01/2010) There might be some value there … This was listed three years ago for $1400. According to the old post, this was ‘great grandpa’s jeep’
“1942 Willies MB, been in the family since the war. Buick V6 motor, has not run for 30 years, you will need a trailer to move. Come’s with a hard top, metal door’s wire frame door’s and a spare. Was a good creaper back in the day.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/2986528584.html
UPDATE: Paul just forwarded me a new video of his nicely modified flattie. He first sent me pictures of his jeep back in 2008. Below is the original post.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgJPOX1QIoM
Published November 14th, 2008
Paul wrote to me the other day, professing he’s stricken with the dreaded flatfender disease. I told him to take two pills and send me more pics in the morning. Fortunately for all of us, he followed my advice and has sent me a variety of images of his labor of love for the past 3 decades.
Back in August of 1979, he innocently purchased a 1944 MB for only $800. It was pretty much all original, worn out, but in running condition.
It didn’t take long for Paul to decide to make a few upgrades, changing the engine to a V-6, purchasing a new body, and more. Then, at some point he decided the drive train needed updating, the tranny and transfercase should be swapped out, a bigger engine was needed, and the dreaded flatfender sickness had overtaken Paul.
The good news is that I believe the sickness has run it’s course, as he’s ended up with a beautiful jeep that will serve him well for years to come. Also, fortunately for Paul, he seems to encountered a disciplined form of the illness, as I don’t see 7 or 8 other flatfenders in various stages of disrepair out on the lawn :-).
You can view some additional pics of the tilting hood in this post.
Here are the specs:
Body: Acme all steel, replaced in 1980
Tilt front end: all steel, tilts on a roll cage fabricated from ½” pipe
Frame: From a 2 wheel drive Jeep Dispatcher. Frame is boxed, has dual shock mounts up front. This is a much stronger frame than the original.
Roll cage: custom made, mounts to frame in 6 places. Seats mount to cage along with spare tire.
Engine: I started with the original 4 cylinder flat head, then an odd fire 225 V6, finally the Chevy V8Chevy 350, 4 bolt main, bored .030 to make 355 cubic inches. Has all Eldelbrock aftermarket equipment including internals, aluminum heads and intake, along withdual quad carbs. The combination of 400 horsepower, short headers, and small glass pack mufflers, makes the thing sounds like a demon.
Transmission: Turbo 350 with B&M shift kit and converter
Transfer Case: Dana 20, Novak brand adapter
Differentials: Early 70’s Jeep, 3:73 gears.
Steering: Chevy column out of a Chevy Caprice along with Chevy manual box. The crazy thing is that the two bolt hole spacing that held the column in the Chevy was the exact spacing needed in the Willys
Brakes: Chevy master cylinder along with swing pedal (out of a Chevy Vega), has updated 11” drums along with emergency brakes.
Seats: The tilt column makes it easier to get into the high sided bucket seats. I lowered the seats down about 4″, and about 4″ to the rear by notching the body without making it look too butchered.
Some pics of the build process:
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.
(04/07/2012) This looks like a DJ Body and other parts that are definitely not MB.
“1944 Jeep Mb Willys, has a 4 cylinder flat head, it runs good. it has been converted from a 6 volt to a 12 volt. Body is in good condtion, almost no rust, has fiberglass patches. has a frame welded around body, and inside the body for more protection. Has an Aluminum gas tank, I have title in hand. Cool liitle Jeep! Call or text ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was listed at $3295
There are a couple patches, but otherwise might restore well.
“4 Cylinder flat head. 3 speed. 4 wheel drive. Hast op with doors but has surface rust on it.
Good body – no rust – Primer”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
Here’s a good price on a slat grille.
“This is an Original Willys, not a Ford.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** was $3000
(02/08/2012) The body looks in good condition. The seller doesn’t want to cut it up for a planned rock crawler project.
“1942 Willys Willy,s MB jeep cj2a $3000
1942 AZ title but body tag differnt number wont pass NV DMV vin inspection 🙁
Runs and drives needs little work ( needs front bumper, tires soon, and cleaned up )
Diesel 4 Cyl ( was told motor was rebuilt and only has 2279 miles also was told it was a VW diesel motor?)
Have 5 matching aluminum wheels
4×4
Stock axles, Trans, T-case
Hard Top
Body on this jeep is super super clean no rust!”
This looks like a solid restoration, though isn’t a perfect one. Given all the extras, it looks like a winner for someone.
“This was literally a frame off restoration; the frame is a rust free straight frame. Everything rebuilt, or replaced. Body is original, hat channels were rebuilt, but it is solid. Motor and drive train rebuilt by an aircraft mechanic. All lights and gauges function. This jeep runs and drives well and is in excellent condition. Always stored inside, all maintenance done. Many extras.
– Original Combat rims & new tires and tubes
– Brass fire extinguisher
– Full Beachwood canvas in excellent condition to include:
summer top
Windshield cover w/ invasion star
Headlight covers
tool bag
1/2 doors
all straps w/original GI buckles
– Original jack w/handle
– Original engine crank.
– Original 1st aid kit and fire ext.
– Pioneer tools as pictured
– Wheel bearing wrench
– GI fuel can as pictured
– New Solex carb and original carb and fuel filte
– Original front wheel hubs and lock-out hub
– Ordnance marked tire pump
Vehicle includes Cessna aircraft seatbelts front and rear (not installed).
Coolant set to -10. Freshly greased. Currently registered and insured
Frame/ glove box Serial #MB82408
Engine block: 7-15 638632 W34N-ORN-”
View all the pics and info on eBay
This has many upgrades.
“1944 Willy’s Jeep with 225 Buick V-6
Less than 6000 miles on rebuilt V-6 engine
Edelbrock 500cfm carb mounted on Weiend aluminum intake
Chrome fender well headers
Electric engine cooling fan
Power steering and brakes
Rebuilt Toyota 4×4 F&R differentials
Warn Hubs
2″ body lift and 4″ spring lift
33″ Super Swamper Tires
Frame mounted 8000lb Warn Winch
Dual 5 point racing safety harness
**$4.500 OBO **
Call 253-536-5780 for more details”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/2975617503.html
UPDATE: Price was $6500. SOLD
Lots of new parts.
“1943 Willys MB. Restoration project (about 50% complete). Original body & frame (with data plate). New floor pan (not installed). L-Head motor runs strong (mileage not known). New T-84 transmission & transfer case & clutch, new drive shafts, U-Joints(front & rear). New rear assembly (springs & u-bolt shackles). New seat frames & cushions (Driver & passenger). New gas tank & bumperettes, spare tire rack & jerry can and holder- Exhaust & muffler- New non directional tires, innertubes, rim straps, military wheels (5). All the parts needed to complete and more…OD Green paint to finish project. “
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1500
(10/23/2011) It’s a mix and match jeep.
“selling my 1942 mb willys jeep. it is settingon a ’43 ford issued frame and has correct full floater mb style model 25 rearend and frontend. stock rear springs with add a leef and aftermarket front springs. smittybuilt six point roll cage, k-line top in awesome condition (one zipper needs fixed).body is ’42 mb and grill and windshield are ’50’s 2a or 3a, three of the wheels are 15″ willys and one is a 14″ mb wheel. have stock hood and two aftermarket hoods. interior is black auto style carpet. has no engine,tranny or transfercase. its on a friends trailer now and i will have it for one more week. after that you hual.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/2975660411.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3900
(02/16/2012) Runs and drives.
“1945 JEEP WILLYS
SERIAL NUMBER MB 412641
LITTLE RUST
RUNS AND DRIVE
LOT OF NEW PARTS IN BOX FOR RESTAURATION
COMPLETE CAR EXCEPT SOFT TOP
PHONE 954 279 0780”
http://miami.craigslist.org/brw/cto/2971816936.html
UPDATE: This appears to have sold. Was at $10,000
This looks nice. Even better, it’s been broken in a little following its restoration.
“I’m listing my jeep that I have loved and continue to love, just trying to downsize a bit and refocus priorities. It has been a staple in my life for a while now and have participated in numerous parades and shows around Jacksonville. It is a 1944 Willys MB WWII jeep. It runs well and does not smoke. Has the original WWII flathead 4 cylinder w/ original 3 speed T-84 transmission. Brand new brakes/brake lines and rebuilt master cylinder, filled w/ straight silicone brake fluid. It utilizes an 8 volt battery and voltage regulator has been adjusted to charge it properly. Uses the original 6 volt lighting just burns a bit brighter. Has been running this way for over a year with no issues. Installed a new “original style” cloth covered wiring harness from Vintage Wiring of Maine, the best in the market. New original style fuel pump w/ the primer handle, new repro gas tank, new repro windshield frame. The tub, hood, seat frames; with the exception of the canvas, rubber and a few odds and ends, everything else is original WWII period. The hood number is original to the jeep as I found them under the paint and have photos attesting to this. It is a nice piece of history and an attention getter everywhere you go.”
It appears to have good potential.
“1942 Willys MB, Partial restoration completed. Still needs some work, limited rust, Runs, Drives, STOPS!! 4 cylinder L134. 3 speed. New Canvas Top, and front seats. F marked Driver and Passanger Seat. Orig. Data Plates. Priced at $6800.00 OBO”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/2962609201.html
This looks nice. So does the price.
“1943 willys on 1978 cj running gear, ford 351w, racing seats, racing belts, seats 4,power steering, power brakes , tilt wheel, disks in front, 3speed, insured for street in the summer. possible trade street bike/dirt bike/motorhome/”
http://victoria.en.craigslist.ca/cto/2955589070.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $250.
The seller has a variety of other parts, too.
“I parted out a 42 willys mb. have the frame and body. body could be fixed. not really bad. but it needs some attention. also the frame is great. it has some extra parts welded on. the machine gun mount is still there. I have been parting out jeeps for years. and have some parts. misc. spare engines and trannies. and a few grilles. lots of odds and ends. even ha ve some top bows for the m38 m38a1. hard to find. send me an email if you are interested.”
This runs. The steps have been patched and the bumper replaced, but there’s plenty of MB left.
“One used 1945 Willy’s army surplus jeep “The REAL DEAL “… …. Runs but has been in storage last five years and could use some TLC…comes with winch and tow bar/roll bar…. One owner since 1972.. ton’s of fun….. $2000.00 or offer trade for nice outboard motor? Thanks for looking …..call Tim at 541-968-7822”
http://eugene.craigslist.org/cto/2951282959.html
UPDATE: Was $5000. **SOLD**
(10/29/2011) This looks in good condition.
“1943 Ford Jeep Flatfender Military Willy’s, modified restored with later model V6 engine. Has Warn winch and has been completly redone, a true collectors piece.”
This has been altered a bit.
“for sale mid 40`s willys jeep flat head willis read restore ,parts or just fun does not run motor mill turn over 1500 obo Bobby at 214 766 0365”
http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/2945550690.html
