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UPDATE: Price dropped to $3995.
(01/082/014) This runs and drives, but needs work.
“1959 WILLYS JEEP 2 WD
**PROJECT JEEP 65% DONE
PAINT AND BODYWORK COMPLETE !!!
FLOOR SOLID NO RUST !!
UPHOLSTERY 75% DONE !!
ORIGINAL 4CLY MOTOR —RUNS AND DRIVES
3 SPEED ON COLUMN
HAVE MOST OF THE PARTS
FOR SALE OR TRADE ?
COME SEE AT 2595 W EVANS AVE DENVER CO 80219
CALL 720-971-6672”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4490647667.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
(05/09/2014) Two interesting things about this CJ-2A caught my eye:
1) This has the hood gutter attached to the hood hinge under the hood.
2) The front bumper connects like a 3A rather than a 2A.
I’m wondering if this is a very late 1948 CJ-2A or a rare 1949 CJ-2A. The serial number might be worth a look on this one. According to an old post by Bill Norris, the gutter was standard on CJ-2As after 193800. After #215649 the bumper was changed to a CJ-3A design (if I am interpreting this page correctly).
“This is a 1949 Willy’s Jeep. The body is in great shape, straight with no major rust. The paint is faded in many places. The jeep runs well with the original flat 4 engine. The electrical system has been upgraded to a twelve volt system. An under dash heater and electric windsheild wiper have been installed. Please call/text/email for more information.”
It doesn’t run at the moment.
“V8 small block, new paint, new wheels and tires, new holly off road carb, new wiring, new hubs, no rust, cb with speaker, hand throttle, LED rock lights, HID head lights. led tail lights. I have a new aluminum radiator and shroud that need to be installed. super clean jeep 3133998″
http://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/4490343504.html
Includes an overdrive.
“1953 Jeep Willy’s, Army Jeep. New gas tank, has some engine problems, rebuilt carburetor, purchased from original owner at estate auction. Don’t have the time to recondition.
All stock, except overdrive. Tow Bar.”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/4490626164.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
Looks like a project.
“1950’s Willys Jeep 4WD call Wayne for more Details”
It’s listed as a 1941, but it’s more likely a 2A or 3A.
“1941 Willys jeep all original ran when parked in2004 no title call for more info”
http://goldcountry.craigslist.org/cto/4490854978.html
UPDATE: Still Available. It runs.
“willys pickup year?
huricane 4
frame solid
exterior rust
with plow”
http://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/4477404405.html
UPDATE: Still Available
(04/12/2014) Modified a bit. Unusual dash.
“1953 M3A flat fender
I have own this Willy over 10 years
Runs and driver better than great
GM 307 thousand miles on motor, T90 3 speed tranny stock transfer case, power steering and power brakes, New battery
33″ Mud Terrain T/A tires
4wd works great with Rancho 4″ lift
The front is Dana 27 possi with 373
The rear is Dana 44 possi with 373
Body is in great shape, No rusted floors, stock roll cage with VW bucket seats and a custom dash
Rear body corners and rocker panels
Warn winch and a toe bar
Asking $3850. Or best offer CASH only and No trades”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/4485476958.html
Willys-Overland powered Empire Tractors in the foreground and jeeps in the back.
The Empire Tractor was made in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, by the Empire Tractor Corporation from 1946-1948. Leveraging the Willys drive train, Empire produced two different models: Model 88 and Model 90. You might have seen one of those tractors at a Willys show or for sale, but sightings are rare. The primary reason for their scarcity is that of the approximately 6,660 made around 5,370 were exported leaving about 1,290 available in the US and Canada.
The history behind the Empire Tractor company is complicated. It involves Willys Overland Motor’s largest shareholder, Empire Securities, and a successful international business man named Frank Cohen, who was investigated multiple times for suspicious financial dealings.
Here’s how and why only a few tractors were made . . .
The two basic models of tractors produced by Empire Tractors. They look pretty close, but one of the most noticeable differences is the seat.
EMPIRE SECURITIES:
In 1932 George Ritter, Ward Canaday, and H.J. Leonard organized Empire Securities, Inc. They launched it as a holding company to process claims against the Willys-Overland Company, which had gone into receivership. In 1935 Empire Securities offered to buy up all the Willys-Overland Company bonds that were due two years earlier in 1933 so they could reorganize the Willys-Overland Company. In October of 1936, Empire Securities successfully rebirthed the Willys-Overland Company as Willys-Overland Motors, Inc., and became the largest shareholder. Several years later the Empire Securities founders used Willys Overland stock to partly fund a business deal with a man named Frank Cohen.
Side Note: Empire Securities continued to be the largest shareholder through 1946. Meanwhile, Ward Canady was president of Empire Securities and Chairman of the Board of Willys-Overland Motors through 1946.
Here’s a cool photo. I can’t say for sure where that was taken.
“1955 Press Photo A modern prospector using Geiger counter jeep & other gear”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4900
This must have been an Orange Cover Fire Department.
“1952 jeep older restore . 4cylinder 4wheel drive with pto case. rock solid . we only use it around the farm . Not a rust bucket very solid with lots of potential. clear title in hand $4,900 obo cash only no trades”
UPDATE: Was $3800. **SOLD**
This runs and drives.
“1945 willys jeep cj2a
garaged last 20 years.
un-restored. runs great. new brakes.
vinyl soft top included
more pix on request
clear title-non op.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
Runs and drives.
“1950 Willys Jeepster . Running condition, need a cosmetic restoration. Body very good, with very little rust. It was originally a Florida car. Please call with questions, or to make an appointment to look at it. Thanks”
This is part of an estate Auction near Spokane, WA.
“This nice 1951 Willy’s Jeep in running condition will be sold at Estate Auction this Saturday May 31st at Valleyford, Wa. The Jeep is very nice overall but does need a new master brake cylinder. Many other great items will also be sold including snowmobiles, atv’s, shop tools, antiques, household items and much more! For more info and pics go to www.instantauction.net“
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/4489618864.html
UPDATE: Was $8500. **Status Unknown**
Runs and drives.
“1952 M38 Military Jeep for sale, original LHead 4cyl engine, runs great. New rebuilt carb.new fuel tank,all new fuel lines,fuel pump, all new brake lines, wheel cyls, drum brakes, body original with very little rust, some surface rust, few dings and small dents, no Bondo or patch panels, drives great, been converted to 12 volt, text me or call me Dan, will except offers, clear Florida title.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500.
The motor runs. The body is fiberglass. There’s some work left. It has a rear PTO.
“For Sale CJ3A $12,500.00
running except master cylinder just quit have new one to replace it
Fiberglass body, fenders and hood.
(Best thing I ever did for trail riding lowered center of gravity made riding across slopes much safer)
Metal cj3a grill with chaff screen
Capstan winch
PTO unit on back with leather belt attachment
Rare engine mounted governor
Click on picture below to review 83 pictures of jeep & parts
Located in North Western Connecticut.
Will need more than a trailer!
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.
(03/31/2014) This has a combat rim. It still needs some work.
“I pulled this CJ out of the bushes 2 winters ago and brought her back to life. The L-head 4 cylinder purrs and all running gear works. Everything is original except for the S10 bench seat and Wrangler bikini top. New parts: alternator, battery, brake shoes, one new hub, new master cylinder and all new slave cylinders and new brake lines, tires good with all new inner tubes,new window glass. There is no rust anywhere. Years ago someone cut rust out of the passenger side of tub and riveted in some steel. I stayed with that style on the driver side (ratjeep style). Original color was green then repainted brown and now has a nice green/brown patina finish. A great rig to cruise around the lake or your big back yard or in town. What doesn’t work? The only gauge that works is the ammeter. I pulled the top off the transmission and it is solid,but the syncro’s don’t work (double clutcher). The engine smokes at start up but the compression is perfect. I assume the valve guides are worn. Leave this little Willys as is or great resto project.”
Unclear if it runs or not.
“1963 Jeep Willys
Very Tight in Great Condition
This one is defintely a collectable”
http://sarasota.craigslist.org/cto/4488299054.html
UPDATE: Was For Trade. **SOLD**
Lots of mods.
“This is my toy. It is a 1946 willys cj2a. we re built the jeep frame up last winter and recently put willys jeep truck axles under it. it goes every where I ask it to. It has brand new brakes front and rear brand new brake lines and hoses. It has the original 134 flathead 4cyl in it, plenty atrong and doesn’t leak a drop. Along with the t-90 tranny an dana 18 twin stick transfer case. All lights work on the jeep, and brand new 1/2 in lift shackles. It also has a 1 1/2 in body lift on it as we’ll. The rear axle is a dana 53 and the front is a dana 25. 5:38 gears in axles.The tires are 31×13.5-r15 super swamper sx, with white spokes. The rear axle is also welded and open in the front. Has a flowmaster on it and it sounds good. Everything works on the jeep and out performs most jeeps this age. Paint was put on few weeks back. Needs a master cylinder (50 bucks) so brakes are spongy. We’ll taken care of and did not have a rough life. Fourwheeled, but not hard. Only trading it cuz I want to go bigger. Has brand new starter, alternator and brand new gas tank and fuel pump. Runs like a top. Lookin to trade for a cj5 or cj7 or a wrangler. Anything lifted an built for wheeling. Let me know what you have. Thanks. Trade only.”
This has a volvo engine.
“Oldie but goodie. 4×4 Willys Jeep with a 4 cyl. Volvo engine. Runs good; No obvious leaks. Winch works! Clean title. Offers considered.”
http://bellingham.craigslist.org/cto/4487851332.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1100.
Looks like it might have a CJ frame.
“942 Ford GPW Military Jeep. Does not run, and is missing many parts. No registration.”
UPDATE: Was $600. **Status Unknown**
Seller has other FC parts coming up for sale, too.
“ picked up this 1961 Willys FC170 truck in December to use the cab for a custom “Patina Rod” project I’m working on (build thread here: http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/jeep-non-hardcore/1558953-jeep-fc170-patina-rod-mutt.html). I have since bought — as a “package deal” — several FC150s and FC170s, and will be using one of those for my project instead.
I do *not* have a title for this truck. The cab is rough, but has GREAT patina and vintage/retro “Dan’s Snowplowing” graphics (the truck had been parked in the St. Ignace area for decades, it appears). The closed-knuckle Dana 44 front and Dana 53 rear axles are locked up (brake drums, I’m certain), and the frame is thin in some areas. This is most likely a “parts truck” more so than a “restore candidate”. That being said, the cab could be fixed by someone with the right skills.
The glass is all in-tact, with the exception of the driver window being cracked. The (rare) windshield is in-tact, but has some scratches from the wiper arms, and a small stone chip (I believe a local glass place could repair both). There are only one or two companies in the U.S. that offer windshields (about $480 shipped). Both door windows roll up & down well.
The engine, transmission & transfer case are still in the vehicle, but haven’t run for years…condition is unknown.
Buy this whole rare Jeep for $600, or make an offer on parts (I’d prefer to sell complete). I will have several other FC parts/vehicles available very soon.”
http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/pts/4488240416.html
Not a lot of value here, but it has a Warn Overdrive.
“This unique Jeep Willy Wagon is offered for sale. It does not have a motor. It is set up for a small block Chevrolet engine. Four shifters, one is gear shifter, one high/low, one four wheel drive, and ? Four wheel drive body. This vehicle is a good roller. Frame is solid and in good shape. Multiple pictures for you to look at. No glass. No title. $500 OBO. Good for parts or rebuilt project.”
http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/4489408444.html
No pics provided.
“I have four combat “split” rims in useable/restorable condition — minor surface rusts if anything. All four are still mounted on non-NDT tires. Asking $550 firm. Thank you!”
No pics provided.
“I have a body that came off a Ford WW2 Jeep. Someone cut the rear panel for a tailgate. It has minor rusts issues on the floor, but it’s actually pretty solid for being 70+ years old. The sump is missing and a homemade glovebox was added over the original one.
Based on my research, this is actually a Ford “Script” tub , despite the missing Ford script rear panel.
Asking $300 Firm, and you pick up.”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4488377925.html