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Importantly, the allure of buying a project jeep can be romantic. The reality of restoring a jeep can be quite different, expensive and overwhelming without the right tools and resources. So, tread carefully when purchasing a "project". If you have any concerns about buying a vintage jeep, or run across a scam, feel free to contact me for help, comments or concerns .
UPDATE; **SOLD** Was $5000
Runs, but needs work (missing dash items).
“As is, excellent restoration project. Clean title, driven in parade, not recommended for driving in traffic! Seller has limited knowledge. Selling for absentee owner.”
Bill alerted me to the upcoming auction July 13th.
“Eastside towing in Bellevue Washington has two willys pickups on their abandon car auction july 13 2016 one is complete appears to be a runner with a pto winch. The other is a shell. Eastside towing: 425 747 3191”
This is CJ-5 #128 based on the serial number (10128). Even better, it runs.
“WILLYS JEEP FOR SALE! <> 4 cyl engine<> 3spd transmission<>Runs good<>4×4 works!<>Body is rough and needs work(has dents&rust)as shown in pics.Newer gas tank in great shape.Bill of sale at this point( will apply for new title soon)!Thanks for looking!”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/5670214040.html
Might be some value here.
“Here are two Willys. One is a 1946 and one is a 1948. They are project cars but everything is here. Frame is in great shape on both and both have clean titles. Both have motors but the green motor is pulled out of it. The motor in the red one is in it and Is free. Asking $1500 call or text ”
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/5675287371.html
Includes a Sears Half Top.
“1949 CJ2a need it gone, can’t work on it for at least 2 years so I need to get rid of it. It cranks so the engine isn’t seized and the tires do inflate. It has a F-134 engine instead of the L-134 Go Devil. I’m in Portland and you will need a trailer to move it. Comes with a sheet metal cab and doors, can be worth money by themselves.”
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/5672491620.html
Has a rebuilt engine.
“1951? WILLYS JEEP REBUILT MOTOR, NEW SUSPENSION, NEW TIRES, BODY IS SHOT. NO TITLE COMES WITH PLOW”
http://toledo.craigslist.org/cto/5667752539.html
Bill spotted this tender-like wagon. Not much left, but still interesting to document.
“2wd willys. Station wagon made into a pick up. V6 engine (Ford I think) with automatic. Front end wrecked. Have replacement body parts and radiator.
$200/offer. Not tilte – bill of sale only”
http://chico.craigslist.org/cto/5669098395.html
UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $450.
To me, based on the large door and cab windows, this looks like a later model Koenig Hardtop, similar to this one. However, I haven’t run across a hardtop with instead rear windows quite like this.
“Rare Arctic Hardtop for early CJ2A or similar flatties”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
The hardtop might be the most valuable part. The jeep looks like it went through a fire.
“1955 jeep willy project non running lots of parts, overland full metal cab, roof, metal doors good glass, extra hood, ford 289 engine.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Listed as a 1949, the VIN indicates it is a late 1947 (141105).
“1949 CJ2A Willys Jeep , Great shape would be a great fixer upper”
Marty Tilford is shown with his two four-year-olds, Emerson (left) and Ian (right). Those two love to jeep! That’s Marty’s trail jeep behind them.
This week the PNW4WDA is holding its 27th annual Trail Jamboree. It is a very popular event; tickets go online early each year and sell out within a day or two. I’d never had a chance to attend in past years, but this year Marty Tilford offered to give me a ride over the Shoestring trail.
This was something I couldn’t pass up. This was my 30th anniversary of my last trip over the same trail, an adventure I wrote about in Finding Virginia. So, on Thursday, I ditched my computer (and my wife) and headed for the Yakima area of Washington State to join Marty and his two four-year-olds for a ride over the mountains. I had a great time. Thanks to everyone who made me feel welcome!
Below are some photos of our adventure.
This is a map of our trip though not drawn to scale. It’s also missing a lot of the twists and turns. It’s also missing large rocks and steep inclines. The entire trip was under 50 miles, but took about 8 hours (with a few breaks along the way).
Marty (from the Vancouver Four Wheelers) and another club, the Timber Tamers, were the hosts for this 20-jeep trip.
One of our early stops. It didn’t take long to reach about 5,000 feet.
Here’s a better photo of the area. Below is another road to somewhere or nowhere.
Bob Christy is putting on another jeep show this September 11th. I’m sure it will be another good one!
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $10,000.
Looks in good shape.
“I have a 1962 Willy Pickup Truck that belonged to my father. It has a 318 corvette engine that has about 500 miles on it. There is some rust on the drivers side door. This Willy is a 4 x 4, with three speeds, and is in great condition. It does need new tires. Must see to appreciate.”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $14,950.
Craig forwarded this updated wagon.
“1951 Willy’s Sedan Delivery Rest-Mod
small V8, leather bucket seats, body and frame are in excellent condition. New tires, rims and composite flooring.”
http://boston.craigslist.org/nos/cto/5669728775.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000
The spare is a combat rim.
“1945 jeep willys for sale small areas of surface rust $8000 Obo text only”
This may have a replacement body.
“1951 Willys with the Buick 225 V-6. Runs good needs transmission work etc. a great project toy.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/5669446962.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/23/2016) Good looking jeep. I like the way the rain gutter is painted black (attached to hinge in engine compartment). Nice touch.
“I am Selling my 1950 Willys CJ3a, This is a full off frame Restoration with 130 miles on since rebuild. I have over 20,000 dollars in receipts, Newly rebuild engine , transmission, transfer case ,Axels and all new steel Willys stamped body, All nuts and bolts replaced with stainless steel. Frame has been sandblasted and powdercoated , New gauges ,gas tank, tires ,rims, glass, wiring harness , lights, new canvas on seats, new radiator everything as if from the factory with the exception of the 12 volt conversion and new high output 12volt starter. Runs excellent. 4×4 works Awesome ,high and low. rubber floor mats front and back.
http://eauclaire.craigslist.org/cto/5669572308.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
It’s a running project.
“It’s a 1946 cj2a with 4×4 and the original 4 cylinder motor and it all works as it should! She’s not a show truck by any means, but runs solid- starts every time the first time- and goes in and out of 4×4 without issue. I try to start it just and drive it every now and then to keep everything fresh. Tires have great tread all the way around and I have a tons of extra parts (Turn signals, mirrors, etc). I also do have the original windshield as well.
No serious rust issues. Normal surface rust in places and some crappy old bondo work on the fender, but that’s about it.” 
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1100.
This has a VEC body. It also might have a rare Porter and Reed Type “B” Deluxe Half Top.
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A has a flat head 4 cylinder engine and all high lows was a good running rig 15 years ago, comes with extra parts. The jeep would make a great hunted rig. ”
Looks solid. The drains holes appear filled.
“1947 CJ2A. Everything on the jeep has been gone through over the last 6 months.
Has a Buick dauntless 225 v6 that runs great. Plenty of power for this little jeep.
All new fluids in differentials, transmission, x-fer case, and engine.
New coolant, hoses and thermostat.
Carb. cleaned and rebuild kit installed
New fuel pump and cleaned gas tank and lines.
New plugs, wires, hotter cool, point and cap.
All gauges, signals, and wiring work as they should.
Body tub is lined with bed liner.
CJ5 seats with 3-point seat belts.
Tilt steering column.
16″ period correct rims, with tires that have less than 100 miles on them.
Custom built front and rear bumper with d-ring attachment points.
Spare tire was relocated to the back of the jeep with an integrated high lift jack mount.
Has bikini top.
Will throw in a transmission for parts, and some soft top doors.
I set this jeep up to be capable trail rig for weekend camping trips.
Absolutely needs nothing!”
http://billings.craigslist.org/cto/5669177604.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
(06/17/2016) Appears to be a column shift. Might be a VEC.
“For sale- 1946 Willys Jeep with 1938? International truck cab, 6 volt 4 cyl. all original Willys running gear, hasn’t run in 7 years. Needs gone over. Titled as 1946 CJ2a. Needs some tlc. If interested come and look.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.
“Hello For Sale i have my 1950 Willys Jeep M38 real world war II survivor 100% original except tires and rims’
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
Includes a second chassis.
“Selling Jeep FC170. truck does not run. This is a project vehicle. Has original engine and drive train. Also selling a rolling chases with 6 cylinder engine.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
Runs and drives.
“Rare and hard to find 1947 Willys jeep, runs and drives, needs some TLC, needs brake work. But have the new lines and pads. It has a standard transmission. Title in hand.”
