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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800.
(12/17/2021) Interesting square muffler (custom?).
“Off ROAD RACE JEEP $3800 OBO”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/27/2020) Needs some work, but seller doesn’t specify.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1022408671545172
“1975 CJ it has a built 440 (old technology built with parts from Loper’s. Over 20k in the motor) motor has approximately 5-10 hours on it. Has reversed shift pattern 3 speed TorqueFlite with manual valve body built for motor. Upgraded differentials. Fiberglass front end Made to climb competition hill without having to back down. It needs some tlc but is solid. I need it gone. I have to many projects and preparing to move out of state”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/27/2020) This is a 2WD sand jeep.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/828718211239539
“For sale… $12,500 OBO 1972 CJ5 Jeep all fiberglass body and one piece hood. 2 wheel drive with a Pontiac 9 1/2 rearend. 355 SBC with 400 trans. Only one trip on trans. Running 20.00 paddles. LED headlights and bar. New fuel tank. Custom dash …. $12,500 OBO”
I can’t tell if this was built to drag/sand race or just built to be a hot rod cruiser.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/694852867850230
“1979 CJ5 stretched Jeep hot rod. Many newer parts and upgrades. Straight axel, R&P steering, front disc rear drum( rear brakes and MC are new). Ford 9” rear, 5:13 w/ spool. 1964 327 , steel crank, shotpeen rods, 12:1 pistons. Corvette angle plug closed chamber heads. Crane full roller cam/valvetrain. With stud girdles. Victor jr intake and Proform 750 DP carb. MSD ignition and Hy- Fire coil. Hughes PG trans with deep pan, transbrake, 1:90 first gear. Ballistic blanket. 10 gallon fuel cell. Passed Texas state inspection. Clear title. Rear tires are newer Mickey Thompson SR drag radials. MT Sportsman’s on front. Fiberglass front fenders and inner liners”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown. Was $1800. As of June of 2023 the link no longer works.
(11/26/2020) There’s a company out of Illinois selling drag ‘jeep’ fiberglass bodies called Dunn & Gone Racing, Inc. (some of the ads on the racing junk site are old, so, this may or may not be available).
“The newset addition to our high quality fiberglass family
—RAMROD—
Each body is hand laid with the best resins and glass available
Specs
overall length 143 inches
cage opening width 30 ½ inches
rear width 63 inches
front width 52 inches
Basic wheel base from rear center to front center 96 inches
untrimed rear wheel well opening 34 inches, trimmed 39 inches
no body work required, just wetsand and paint!!!!
1800.00 in stock and available NOW
Thanks
JD
Dunn and Gone Racing Inc.
Located in Monticello Illinois”
A reader heard a rumor that the winner of the 1972 Pike’s Peak “in the unlimited class was a cj3a”. I found a video of the 1972 race, but no jeep was mentioned:
I also learned that the overall winner on one day of the 1971 Pikes Peak Hill Climb trials was Bob Sievert (his obit) in a jeep, but Bob failed to win that year. His rear end broke during his race up the hill, forcing him to rely on his front wheel drive. Still, he finished 5th in the four-wheel-drive class. Here are the results of that 1971 race, though no pics are provided that show why type of jeeps were raced:
Colorado Springs Gazette-Telegraph, July 12, 1971.
In 1973, Bob did win the Non-Production Truck division of the Pikes Peak race. There’s supposed to be a mention about him and his jeep in the July 1973 issue of Hot Rod Magazine. Eventually, I was able to find a photo of Bob from 1973, but it appears he raced using a modified Jeepster Commando:
There was another jeep entry in 1973, this CJ-5 operated by Ken Anderson, but no mention of how well he did:
So, I’ve been unable to confirm that a CJ-3A was used or modified for the Pikes Peak Hill Climb, but I’m sure CJ-3As, as well as WWII jeeps and CJ-2As and other vintage jeeps were raced given there was a 4WD class. Anyone else have more info or photos?
UPDATE: Still Available.
(06/03/2020) Looks fast.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3876330212378713/
“Sand Drag/Dune /. 1/8 mile asphalt. Jeep. BB Chevy. Powerglide 8” converter. 9” rearend. Disc brakes. 4 link and coil overs front n rear. New rear tires n wheels. Engine ,Trans and Rearend fresh beginning of last season.”
UPDATE: Joe-in-Mesa shared this pic of Ronald Reagan driving Mikhail Gorbachev around his ranch in his beloved Jeep Scrambler. The image was part of a Calendar his parents had.
Four Wheeler Magazine has a collection of photos showing both his CJ-6 and his CJ-8 Scrambler. Not shown in the Four Wheeler pics, but shown at the bottom, is the M-38A1 purchased by the Secret Service.
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Originally Posted November 12, 2020: The CJ-3B
A recent post highlighted Presidents and Jeeps. Included was a stock photo showing Ronald Reagan in his late model CJ-3B:
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Originally Posted March 30, 2016: The CJ-6
Former President Ronald Reagan’s CJ-6 was awarded national historic status in 2016 when it was placed on the National Register of Historic Vehicles. You can learn more here: https://www.hagerty.com/drivers-club/my-garage/78598943/national-historic-vehicle-register/a5c43c08-c897-4387-9edd-a9ffe6df3180
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Originally Posted May 10, 2013: This M-38A1 was for sale for $50,000 in 2010.
Well, if you are looking for a special Jeep for your collection and you love Presidential Stuff, then this is the jeep for you. Ronald Reagan’s personal M-38A1 which he owned from 1982 – 1996, before donating it. It’s now in the hands of a collector who wishes to sell it.
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2000.
(01/15/2021) This has no powertrain. Looks like a metal body with a fiberglass tilt front clip.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/443828039953439
“Jeep CJ5 body has NO engine or transmission was set up for Ford. Dana axles out of a scout they are locked have driveshafts has new 31 inch mud terrain tires mounted on Wagon Wheels also full roll cage mounted to frame has fuel cell mounted in rear new extended leaf springs also traction bars on rear front axle moved forward several inches also fiberglass tilt front end 2 fiberglass race seats MSD ignition box aluminum radiator power control box for ignition and lights an electric fan on radiator don’t miss out on this deal make it a great toy or racer There is no title off-road use only get it before spring so you can get it ready to play for the summer”
Looks like a fun race rig.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1089426504835742
“For sale,1947 jeep, set up for racing or dunes, has a wild Chevy 383 putting out pretty good HP, custom built turbo 350 with manual shift, Dana 44 front and rear with spool in the rear, disk brakes, trussed diff. solid cage including engine cage, bead lock wheels, this is handful of a jeep, not for the timid! Comes with new 31″ sand tires on Mickey Thompson aluminum wheels.”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was No Price.
(11/08/2020) Looks fast.
“Sand drag / Dune / 1/8 mile asphalt Drag. Bb Chevy. Call.”
I’m not sure how this build was used, but it has a variety of mods.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/253754752532245/
“Fiberglass CJ5 aluminum tub Roller set up 4 Chevy Too much to list Get in touch if interested, can then you give you more info.”
Here’s another, less exciting video with more safety equipment. I don’t understand why they are racing with the windshield in place? And, I’m glad when I raced I didn’t have so many people so close to the track.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
“Stainless steel Willys Jeep roller no motor no trans … (from previous ad: it has a supper 14 rear end with leaf springs and 44 up front on coil over it a cj Frame that is boxed).”
An article in the June 22, 1978, issue of the Longview Daily News highlighted an upcoming Road Rebels jeep club payday. The reference to 199 trophies to be awarded reminded me of just how big of an event the Sunday evening trophy awards could be. They could last hours. People usually lumped together by clubs in one large group. Each name would be called. Imagine it takes one minute to hand out each trophy; in the case of this event you’d be looking at over three hours for 199 trophies.
Could be worth a look if you just want a fun sand/drag jeep. (some of the ads on the racing junk site are old, so, this may or may not be available).
“1975 JEEP CJ-5 436,CID small Block
This Jeep is not a show car but
Built for fun!
Engine is New with only one tank of fuel (C-14) ran through it.
Over 15k in Engine 980+ Hp, built to add 500 hp NOS kit.
Racing Part Number:ESP-B12028040 Continue reading
The is actually street legal in Texas. (some of the ads on the racing junk site are old, so, this may or may not be available).
“Fiberglass front fenders, Rockwell straight axel with disc brakes. Rack n pinion steering. New MC,rear brakes. 9” Ford with 5:13 and a spool. New MY Sportsman S/R tires. MT rims. 1964 327 with 12:1 pistons, Crane roller valvetrain. Crane Fireball heads (292 Corvette angle plug heads) , Victor jr. Proform 750 carburetor dp. New MSD distributor and coil( HVC II) . New 10 gallon fuel cell. Hughes racing pg with trans brake. 4000 stall converter. Ballistic blanket.
Many new parts and miscellaneous parts go with it.
This Jeep has been set up to be street legal. It passed Texas state inspection 11-18. Clear title.”
This drag jeep uses a narrow racing body which were popular in the PNW4WD racing scene. (some of the ads on the racing junk site are old, so, this may or may not be available).
“540 c.i. Dart block, Turn Key, Chrome Molly frame. Power Pro Chain drive, 1250 CFM, TH400, Mac, 360 c.c. heads.”
The FB ad indicates a dealer is selling this. No description provided.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1930173613784962
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/06/2020) Former PNW racer?
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/701712834055357
“Chev small b 400 turbo 400 2500 stall 513 gears”
I’m not sure how much value is here, but there seems to be at least some value.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/955940711575366
“Selling or trading rolling chassis for mud drags or sand drags”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6750.
Maybe some old timers remember this race jeep? It was last raced in 1986.
“Mileage is inaccurate cuz its a built race motor. I am selling this for my dad. It is as is condition. Only been fired up a few times in the past 20 some years. This Jeep is mean and believe me loud and mean. As is what it sits condition.”
UPDATE Still Available under new link.
This was a drag jeep that’s been made street legal. I’m not sure why it is listed as a 1962.
“For sale is a very nice and fun to drive 1962 Willys Panel Wagon. spent most of its life as a drag car on the Coles County Dragstrip before being returned to the street. Very strait body, no rust or dents. Very reliable, I have driven it to the NSRA Nationals event in Louisville KY the last 2 years. No problem running 70+ mph down the interstate. It has a .030 over 350 crate motor, 400 turbo tranny, 9″ ford rearend, power steering. Always gets a lot of attention and you wont see another one like it at the car show. Trades considered”
This image was included as part of the sale of a CJ-6 axle (pumpkin removed). It’s an ice-racer with an extended body and a mustang convertible top (reminiscent of the DJ-3A convertible top). It’s sort of an art-car ice-racer. Nice to see folks just having fun with their rigs.
According to the seller of the axle, “I used the [CJ-6] tub and frame to extend a CJ3B to add a Mustang convertible top.”
In the autumn of 1962, the Sun Carnival organization in El Paso, Texas, decided to add the Sun Carnival Jeep Derby, one of only four derby’s held in the US, to it’s late December events calendar (the other ‘derbies’ were held in Las Cruces, Truth or Consequences, and Denver). The grand prize was a brand new 1963 CJ-5 donated by the Willys Manufacturing Company (I think they meant Willys Motors).
September 12, 1962, El Paso Times
Before being presented to the race winner, Carnival manage Bruce Brooks planned to use it by carnival staff to carry tickets between the four branch offices.
December 25, 1962, El Paso Herald-Post
Ted C. Brewer of Roswell, New Mexico, went on to win the Inaugural Sun Carnival Jeep Derby.
January 01, 1963, El Paso Times
The next year, the Sun Carnival volunteers put together another course.
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