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1949 CJ-3A Frankfort, IN **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8900

It appears to have the incorrect data plate on the dash.

“1949 Willys CJ3A 4×4
Great running and driving Willys with the Continental 4cyl Go Devil Engine. New military tires. Shifts and drives great. Drive this Willys anywhere. ”

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1964 FC-170 Stillwater, OK **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.

Could be some value here.

“1964 jeep fc170 pickup in non running condition with a 1973 ford 302 v8 engine.
the engine is siezed up; won’t turn over i got it started about 10 years ago but it seized up right away.
the cab is off the chassis for easier access to engine.
the cab is pretty rusty.
most of the parts are there to get it going again w/ another ford engine.
has mn title.”

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Taking the Weekend Off

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I’m taking this weekend off. No updates until Monday morning!! (yippy for me!)

 
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1984 DJ-5 Loganville, NV **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.

Needs starter.

“1984 AM General mail jeep. Needs a new started, but the engine runs good. Was supposed to be my first car but don’t have time and money to make it so. Have both sliding doors for it.”

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Trade your Vintage Jeep for Gold Coins

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Dexter forwarded this odd Craigslist ad. I’m not sure why the seller doesn’t sell the coins and then go buy a jeep.

“IF YOU ARE SELLING YOUR JEEP/WILLYS FOR $3000 TO $6500 PLEASE READ ON.
I have 9 gold coins from 1850s to early 1900s, they weigh 4.44 OZ,Nice to have in an emergency, you can always use gold to barter during war or apocalipse, but the value is in their collect-ability, the st gaudens ,liberty, and indian head coins are very beautiful I want to trade for a willys or cj5 jeep must be 1975 or older and have a 6 or 8 cylinder engine, no 4cyl please, will consider all , trade all or some coins for your jeep, will travel to you if serious, please send me pics of what you have, and we can make this happen without waiting.
These coins where in a safety deposit box and when my parents died the bank denied the existence of a sefety deposit box for 10 years, I finally saw a box drill out notice on the state controller wed site, they still charged me the drill charge and 10 years storage fees !! where bought for me by parents in the 1960s and I was planning on giving them to my kids, but since I have not been fortunate enough to have children I want to sell or trade them for something I can enjoy, these coins will continue to go up in price AND they are real works of art to look at..
Email me for a quick response or leave phone number and I will call you back asap. thanks.”

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/5128414185.html

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1954 CJ-3B Redding, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE **SOLD** Was $11,500.

(06/18/2015) The body has been patched in the cargo area.

“1954 CJ3B Jeep!! These are getting hard to find these days!! Original motor that runs great! 12 volt upgrade system with fuse blocks, etc. new gas tank, new paint, good seats, new brakes, shifts well, 4×4 is engaging,…… still could have more restoration done.. sky is the limit with these jeeps. I currently drive this daily in town… I have the title in my hand….. water pump gasket is going…serious only please… please leave message if no answer… out and about a lot but check machine often:-)”

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Fleetvan FJ Info Wanted

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Ron forwarded this ad. Gary is looking for booklets, information, and spare parts for FJs.

“I am interested in buying information on Jeep FleetVans both FJ3 postal van and FJ3-A Commercial van.  Highway Products Company in Kent Ohio built and assembled the bodies for Jeep for the Post Office Delivery “FleetVans” from 1960-1966 +-
If you or a family member worked there and have any pictures, history, parts, blueprints, records from that time; please get in touch with me. I will be glad to buy originals or copies. The history on this vehicle is sparse; I’d like to improve that.
Also I am interested in buying parts or complete vehicles.”

https://akroncanton.craigslist.org/pts/5102761992.html

 
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Ernie Pyle’s Happy 1944 4th of July in Paris

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I ran across this article about Ernie Pyle and his experience in Paris in 1944. I’ve posted it below. The photo is from Paris, but not of Ernie Pyle.

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Year? CJ-2A Alta, CA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was auctioned.

You can bid online. It is listed as a 1942, but clearly is a CJ-2A.

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More updates coming at noon EST

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The web server was down last night, so I didn’t get a chance to finish updates. They should all be up by noon EST / 9am PST and this message will disappear. Thanks!

 
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1950 Flattie Klamath Area, OR $40,000

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The seller seems to be listed in the Klamath, Oregon, area, but is listing the jeep in California (probably due to the price). Looks like a nice rig. The jeep looks familiar, but I couldn’t find it in my archives.

“Registered as a 1950 Ford but is actually an early 1940’s. It has been painstakingly rebuilt from the body up by owner. Updated axles, transmission and engine. Too many upgrades to list but will answer any questions when you call.

Asking $40,000 since owner currently has $50,000 invested. Less than 1,000 miles since completion of rebuild.

Please contact me if you have any questions or would like any further information.”

http://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/5078884678.html

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1951 CJ-3A Carson City, NV **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

Appears to run. Seller thinks this is an MB.

“1951 (MB) 451G Willy’s Jeep. 225 V6 with 4 speed, needs to be restored from the ground up. Comes with hard top and doors.”

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1946 CJ-2A Puyallup, WA $800

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Surprisingly original for a Tacoma area jeep.

“1946 Willys
Need a project??
Here is a 1946 willys Jeep ,good body, good frame, has a safari windshield,
original 4 cyl. engine (Not Running) and original trans.
It’s old and needs some of everything but is pretty solid and would make a great father son
project to teach a kid hands on auto repair skills and it’s not to big !!!
Or a good parts machine for the one dad has already…
the price is firm (for now) these are rare and hard to find
I do Not have a Title, Bill of sale only But will help with paperwork if neded
thanks”

http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/5078932482.html

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1946 & 1948 CJ-2As Clemmons, NC $5000

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No pics provided.

“Willys Jeeps CJ2A – 1946 & 1948 $5000 for all.

1946 CJ2A 95% Complete with Clear Title:
Frame restored with sandblasting and POR15 treatment.
Original MB 16″ Wheels and non-directional Tires.
New Floor Pans.
Original Flathead 4 motor turns.
Alternator for 12 volt conversion.

1948 CJ2A Parts Vehicle with Clear Title:
Complete Drivetrain.
Original 16″ Wheels.
4 extra original motors.
2 extra transmissions.
Lots of extra original parts.”

http://winstonsalem.craigslist.org/cto/5076844888.html

 

 
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Just A Few Updates

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No updates today, but I did recycle a few old posts below. Ann’s grandfather passed away a couple days ago and his funeral was yesterday (lots of family in town last night). He lived a full life, so more relief than sadness that his suffering is no more.

 
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No Updates Sunday

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I’m taking the remainder of the weekend off. Look for updates Monday morning.

 
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1953 Photo and Story from Alaska

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Paul’s Goddess is always watching jeep photos. This photo includes a good story. This photo and story was assembled by Laurel Bill and posted to Facebook. I couldn’t locate an original story and link on Laurel’s website.

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“A group of Cordova Airlines passengers boarded jeeps at the May Creek Airfield in 1953 to go check out the ghost town of McCarthy and the old mining town of Kennicott where the Kennecott Copper Mine had operated. The two men in uniform were the pilots of the plane that flew these folks to the area, and the caption said they were having just as good a time as any of the passengers.

McCarthy was the turnaround station for the Copper River Northwestern Railroad, and hotels, restaurants and stores quickly popped up. Since no gambling or drinking alcohol was allowed in the mining town of Kennicott, McCarthy offered many diversions for the miners and railroad workers with its saloons and “red light” district.

At its peak, about 800 people lived in the town. But when the copper mine closed in 1938, McCarthy became a ghost town.”

 

 
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1951 CJ-3A Auburn, CA $2500

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A little rough. If it runs it might be worth a look.

“1951 Willys Overland CJ-3A with M38 Engine. ”

http://auburn.craigslist.org/cto/5007140952.html

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Year? CJ-3B St. Augustine, FL **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000

(04/10/2015) Sell sounds eager to let it go.

“Great Jeep for Restoration Project
Motor Runs
Has a Clean Title
$2000.00 Or Best Offer … I really need the space so Come and Get It!!!”

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1949 CJ-2A Ogema, WI **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.

It’s got a fiberglass body, but has a rare 1949 CJ-2A VIN: 222769!

“Fiberglass tub, new paint, newer brakes, battery, starter, coil, original L-head 4 cylinder motor. Great runner. $6500 obo.”

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1950 M-38 Fort Worth, TX $6500

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Looks like there is a compression dent/damage near the driver’s entrance.

“1950 willys jeep. M38. Does run Excellant shape. 4 cylinder 4 wh drive. 3 speed New paint comes with a soft top. Have antique title. Great shape all the way around.”

http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/cto/4985525773.html

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1951 M-38 Monroe, LA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

The winch alone is probably worth $500 if it works.l

“This Jeep is for parts or restoration. It is not in driving condition. The body has a bit of rust, but not much considering the age. The transmission and transfer case are installed. The engine has the head removed, but included. The jeep has an old Warn 8K winch on it, not sure if it works. I don’t have a title.”

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Only a couple updates this morning

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We had a long day yesterday and the trip report took a while, so I will have to wait until Thursday morning to post more jeeps.

 
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1949 CJ-3A Berlin, CT $6400

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It has a replacement body with an MB lid.

“1949 Willys CJ3A. fresh engine, newer trans, 4″ lift with 32 swampers. Everything is new including the tub. Not a show jeep but could be with some Frame detailing. Nice driver. Im finishing up my next toy so its time for this to move on.”

http://hartford.craigslist.org/cto/4974660877.html

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1944 American Legion Magazine Jeep Illustrations

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The December 1944 issue of American Legion Magazine included these two jeep illustrations. You can download the entire issue here: The American Legion Magazine [Volume 37, No. 6 (December 1944)]

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