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It’s a parts jeep.
“”TEXT ONLY” Selling the whole jeep for parts – NOT parting it out . Has a 4cyl. marine iron duke , in it with top loader tranny and two stick transfer case . front end and rear end in it . But Not running and don’t know anything about history. Bring trailer and haul it away for $850″
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/pts/4437440602.html
No body or front clip. No pics provided.
“I am selling The rolling chassis From a 64 cj3B NO sheetmetal or body parts or tittle. it has a 69 Cougar 302/Rebuilt C4 stage 2 shift kit,Spicer 18Transfercase 1 1/8 intermediate shaft, Dana 27 front 427 gears/and powerlock, dana 44 rear 427/powerlock. 11” drums f/r. saginaw p/s box. Rancho 2” lift springs, Confer Shackles, and rock skid spring plates. This is all good working stuff It is Running at the moment and can be driven. Again there is not tittle or body parts going with this, frame engine/trans and housings only. will need your own tires also. for extra $ the tires on it can stay and a 54willy tittle could go with it. Price is obo. No trades”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/pts/4443644917.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.
Appears solid.
“1/4 ton Willys – Overland – Motors Inc. Jeep trailer . Delivery Date 1942 Rare !”
<– Day 38 – Apr. 26th: Finding Virginia City | OVERVIEW | Day 40 – Apr. 28th: Firehouse #4 –>
Beautiful drive over highway 299.
Well, it’s been an interesting day. My day started at 12:01am. I hadn’t been to sleep yet due to the crying of two kids in the motel room next door. Well, not just next door, but through the two doors that would have created a suite, doors so thin and porous that whatever food was being cooked in their room late at night wafted into ours. They weren’t good cooks.
The cries came and went for the next hour. Finally, at 1am, I woke up the proprietor of the not-so-fine establishment to complain. I figured if I was going to be awake, he was going to be awake. He wasn’t happy that I woke him. I wasn’t happy either. He agreed to call them. Amazingly, that seemed to help, at least for about fifteen minutes, though I can’t imagine he got on the phone with the two young children and explained the problem. I stopped caring about 1:30am when I fell asleep.
Our Sunday drive from Red Bluff to Eureka.
In the morning we awoke and got the heck out of there. So much for that deal!
We drove up to Redding and then headed west over several ranges, which appear to constitute part of the North Coastal Range. We spent three hours driving through some beautiful country along lots of two lane highway.
At one point we pulled into the lumber town of Weaverville. In the driveway of the Weaverville Garage was a VEC CJ-2A that needed some work.
Steve reports from Redding’s Kool April Nites 2014.
“Here’s a one-of-a-kind Willys at Kool April Nites entry. The show ended today, but I thought I’d share these interesting photos. It’s a ’58 Willys Pickup re-powered with a Maserati Quattroporte V8.
All kinds of cars and trucks attend this event. Vintage celebrities such as Mike Love, of the Beach Boys, try to blend in as an every day car enthusiast. My buddy recognized him when they talked about his ’69 Berger Camaro for sale in the Car Corral today. Mike Love is an original hot-rodder from the days of the first muscle car, such as a ’61 Chevy with a 409 V8. There are also many pioneer hot-rodders and their latest creations.
Of course, there are some factory correct Willys vehicles that come out to enjoy the spring weather in Redding, too. I just thought I’d share this very original creation with you, as I was shocked at to see this unique combination of engine/body style.”
UPDATE: Was $5500. **SOLD**
Looks in good shape.
“1951 Willys M38 Army Jeep.Rust free. Runs strong. New military tires, springs, shocks, top. Clean Michigan Title. $5,500.00 firm. No e mails or texts.”
This jeep deserves closer inspection. Note the CJ-V35U headlight bezels.
“I have two 1949 cj5 Jeep Willys for sale one in great condition.and one in good condition but needs motor work need to sell 2700 for both or best offer”
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/4442657561.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6999.
Looks solid.
“Great shape ready to drive starts first turn over , new tires , engine, and new top”
Runs.
“1948 Willys CJ2A with newer F-head engine BF Goodrich LT 225/75R16 mud terain with 90% tread, has soft top, 3 speed trany. Asking $1500 OBO. Call or text on weekdays after 4pm or any time on weekends.”
http://appleton.craigslist.org/cto/4441394995.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $700.
This is worth a look.
“This Willies has the origial flat head motor in it. Last driven in 93. Also has extra hood and grill. I wanted to do a restore on it but other life events have pushed that dream to later in life.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
Lots of updates.
“This CJ2a has many mods and upgrades. It has a Chevy 350.SM420 trans. Dana 20 Tcase. Narrowed Scoutaxle in rear Later model CJ front end with 5.89 gears,I believe.Later model CJ tilt column.Racingeats, front shackle reversal and lifted rear running on MC 33- 11.50 x 15 mud terrain tires. New shocks at all 4 corners. New Willwood dual tandem remote reservoir master cylinder. Electric wipers. Roll bar. Lockouts at all four corners for flat towing. Windshield frame is a 50 to 53 model. Raised fiberglass hood and two metal hoods also. The engine is a little tired and does need some work along with front brake shoes. It is running and driving though.Color is a mix of Willys Luzon Red and Sabre Rouge. Price is Negotiable and I prefer cash only.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
It runs.
“For sale serious inquiry only!! Runs in good condition”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
“Awesome 1949 Willys cj2a.Newer 2.5 motor runs strong. 4 speed, Brand new carb with lifetime warranty from AutoZone, Warn Locking front hubs, Lifted, Wired for wench.Front and Rear hitch welded in place. Full harness seats. Roll cage. Extra rear tail gate with cage welded on for hauling gear. Front Plate that is removable. Also works as stand for hunting. Full size spare tire.2 Hi-Lift jacks included.4500.00 or trade, Willing to trade for firearms, motorcycles, cash plus trade. Whatever?”
This may interest someone.
“1945 Bantam trailer serial # 18384
4’x6’bed.
Original oak top bows. Ready for a canopy.
PTI plate, registration in hand.
2” ball
I have a spare tire/rim, but it’s not mounted. The tire will probably need replaced. Mounted tires are in good shape with plenty of life left.
More Bantam info can be found at: http://bantamt3c.com/”
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/rvs/4441094290.html
UPDATE: Was listed at $1600. **SOLD**
“Looking for a project? This 1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A is ready for restoration. It is a ranch Jeep from the midwest, so is in above average condition for 66 years old. I purchased it two years ago with the intention of restoring, but never got around to it. It has been stored inside. The 4 cylinder engine is chained in the back with diesel fuel soaking in the cylinders, so it is ready to rebuild. The original body has some rust on the floors, but is very fixable. It has a clean, solid frame. Transmission, transfer case, and axles are intact. Windshield glass is cracked, and gas tank needs a repair.”
The body isn’t too smooth.
“1954 Jeep willy run and drive
for more information call GQC auto
1605 E baseline ST
San Bernardino , CA 92410”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/ctd/4440476628.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1650.
“This is a 1959 Jeep Cab over FC 150.
This is a neat old project.
It is all there except the engine.
It need a complete restoration but would be a great project.”
Unclear how much value his here.
“Three willys for one price. One has a title the others do not but have had a vin check. Could make one out of three . Engine is in pieces in the back of one of the wagon. Must take all three”
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/4437695114.html
UPDATE: **SOLD ** Was $2000
The tub appears to be from an M-38.
“1944 jeep willys military model in the middle of a restoration, one of the earlier models that was produced by ford. All the parts are there. Got the jeep from a friend who had it running a couple months ago, then tore it apart to start restoring it. I got it in a trade and have no interest in jeeps. The tubs in great shape no rust and mostly original parts. It has the original flathead 4 cylinder. Will throw in black steel rims for right price. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800
(10/14/2013) Not currently running. This appears to have a Bobcat fiberglass hood.
“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2a
283 engine with fiber glass hood.
Has 35″ tires.
Great project vehicle, but currently not running.
Have transmission but needs to be installed.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900
“As stated..52 3a….V6 even fire Buick..original driveline, Lot’s of new parts…water pump, starter, alternator, battery,plugs,wires tune up…Yellow top battery..inside tub Monsta lined..has sme surface rust but mostly pretty good metal, left front fender is a little tweaked…Has newer front seats..I have two back seats for it but not period correct…Bimini top and most of soft top, just not sure what is missing there….Mild lift…tires in good shape…TSL’s on 15″ American mags….. ..Please call if interested Thanks”
On Friday night Ann and I both decided we were ready to head home, despite the fact there were some things we still wanted to see. But, that’s always the case. You can never see everything, so you have to enjoy what you can see. Here’s our route.
<– Day 37 – Apr. 25th: Carson City | OVERVIEW | Day 39 – Apr. 27th: Crying Babies and Grungie Folks –>
I found this tree, decorated with bottles, growing out of this vintage Oakland automobile near Virginia City, Nevada.
Anyone who has met Ann knows that she has a good sense of humor. So, it probably isn’t surprising that she had all sorts of fun teasing me about driving down ‘Virginia Street’ in Reno (one of the main streets) or noting it when we arrived at Virginia City. Yes, Virginia’s name is stamped all over the Washoe Valley! [Ed Note: this is due to the book I released in 2011, Finding Virginia]
Our route on Saturday from Carson City to Red Bluff.
On Friday night it rained pretty hard, but by Saturday morning the rain had passed. Relieved at the partly cloudy weather, we ascended Highway 342 to Virginia City, which is in a valley surrounded by mountains. The landscape is pretty bare, except for the metal ghosts of mining operations.
Signs just off the road on the way to Virginia City.
We figured that given the cold and the potential rain and snow in Virginia City, there wouldn’t be many people. We hadn’t counted on a Motocross Rally! The town was packed with cars and motor homes. Just a couple of streets down from main street (actually C Street) was the start and finish of the race course. While not great timing for us, it seemed like a really great motorbike event.
The town was much busier than we expected.
In front of those awnings was the start/finish line for the motocross event.
Virginia City has the largest historic district in the West. The former boomtown is famous for the 1800s Comstock strike, its old west feel, tourism, and ghosts. Anyone who has watched Ghost Adventurers on the Travel Channel knows how much fun they’ve had at this city. The Washoe Club was one of the places they investigated.
The place has a wonderfully authentic, old, creaky feel to it. Check out how the water drains pour water onto the street! There was still a little bit of water dribbling from them.
I thought the Bank of America cash machine positioned underneath this Saloon was pretty funny.
This post was originally published Nov 20, 2013. It shows a jeep that was altered into sedan.
UPDATE: This photograph pair was also published in the February 22, 1945, issue of the IBT Roundup (Inda-Burma Theater Roundup)
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The May 1945 issue of Popular Mechanics published this little blurb about the 8th Air Force Bomber Station’s effort to transform a jeep into a sedan using only salvaged materials.
You can view the document online at Google
Art Moore let me know that the June 2014 issue of JP Magazine has an interesting article on unique vintage jeeps including the Creep (never heard of that one). I’m going to get an issue tomorrow.
