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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: Price dropped to $1000
(08/24/2012) Motor is frozen.
“For Sale:
1949 Willy Jeep Cj3, Has a Chevy V8 283, But the motor is stuck.
Extra Trans.
New Radiator.
$1200 or best offer
1-605-413-7118”
http://sd.craigslist.org/cto/3230750535.html
This may be useful for someone.
“ALL REBUILT NEVER RAN CALL 208-850-2442 NO TEXT WILL NOT RESPOND”
http://boise.craigslist.org/pts/3187256448.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2750
(10/17/2010) This has seen some mods. It needs some work.
“This is a 1947 willys cj2a jeep. This jeep runs good and is ready to roll!!! Has Clean title!!! and is ready for plates if you so desire.
This thing is loaded with mods!!!
Some of the mods this jeep has are,
Buick v6 225 oddfire
Dual exhaust
I believe Dana 44 and 25 axles.?
Go Rhino front axle guard
Dana transfer case
Gm 4 speed tranny
Hurst 4 speed shifter
285/75/r16 16inch BFG Baja Champion tires
2inch body lift
Unknown Rancho suspension lift(I’m thinking 2 or 4 inch)
4 rancho rs6000 shocks
2 qualitex seats
Seatbelts
Front and Rear round push bumpers
Lights and toggle switch Blinkers
New wiring
Power Steering
Roll Bar
Fiberglass front fenders and hood
Hanging pedals mod
Doors and cover kit(has not been installed)
All gauges work except speedometer(See Below)
Now for the Cons
Crack in windshield
Crack below winshield in dash
Wipers don’t work
Speedometer doesn’t work(has no speedo cable installed).”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900
(04/15/2012) “1947 Flat Fender Willys Jeep (CJ2A). This is the real thing….not a fiberglass copy. Body and frame are both from 1947.
Drive train has been upgraded:
151 Iron Duke 2.5 liter Engine from a 1982 CJ5.
4-speed manual transmission also from 1982 CJ5
Dana 300 transfer case
Axles:
Dana 30 front axel with locker
AMC 20 rear axel with upgraded solid axles and locker
Wheels and tires
33 inch super swampers on 15×10 american racing wheels
Runs and drives great, can go anywhere. It’s a great Jeep and I hate to get rid of it, but I need something a little bigger. Body tub is rhino-lined inside, can be hosed out to clean. Front seats are a bit torn up and could use seat covers. Rear bench in good shape. Top has a few minor tears, but still works great. Minor surface rust in places, but no cancer.
Includes:
9000 lb Ramsey Winch
Full Roll Cage
Front detachable tow bar and electric connections (to flat tow behind a car or RV)
Rear receiver, ball, and electric connections for towing a trailer
Front disk brakes, rear drum.
New master cylinder for brakes and hydraulic clutch, new clutch slave cylinder
New Optima red top battery
Power steering
Electric fan for cooling
Besttop Supertop soft top and doors
Bikini top
Rancho RS7000 shocks upfront
KC daylighters on front bumper
Schroth Racing 5 point harness for driver.
Rear seat folds forward to give room in the back
Suspension and body lifts, upgraded leaf springs,
The Odometer reads 61000 miles but don’t even ask the total mileage because I can’t tell you….this Jeep is 64 years old.
I would like to trade for a Jeep CJ7 in good condition, mostly stock (lifts are okay).
Preferred features:
4.2L 258ci inline 6
5-speed manual transmission
Hard top
Hard doors
Front disk brakes”
Bill from Lime Street Carriages is selling this CJ-3A. If you are looking for a CJ-3A that’s in great condition then I’d take a serious look at this one. Don’t forget to tell him you saw it on eWillys.
“I have a 1950 CJ-3A for sale. This Jeep looks, runs and drives nice. The brake system was completely restored, and all 5 wheels were just powder coated. Brand new 7.00×16 Military NDT tires. Original 4-cyl engine and 3-speed transmission.
There are more pics in this gallery: http://photobucket.com/1950CJ3A
Bill (717) 393-5337”
Last Tuesday Ann and I hit the road to do research for the next book. Having written much of the book already, I still have many details to add. Nothing can replace following the pathes of your characters to see, smell, and hear what they would see, smell hear (hence the reason I need to write a book with Europe as the backdrop 🙂 ). In this case, we had the follow the characters as they ferried from Seattle to Bainbridge Island, drove up to thePort Townsend area and then ferried over to Whidbey Island and finally ferried from Whidbey to Mukilteo to drive back to Renton. While we had to take three Washington State Ferries and cross one floating bridge, the characters travel in different ways to different places, so I’m giving away little with this information.
Here are a few pictures from our trip. In this picture, we are on the Ferry from Seattle to Bainbridge Island. You’ll note the new addition to the Seattle Waterfront on the right of the photo, the giant ferris wheel, which doesn’t look so giant against the buildings in the background:
Here I am at Port Gamble, enjoying the sites and sounds of the quaint little former company town (ok actually I am checking email):
Ann found a big gun at Fort Flagler. She does enjoy her weapons. She provided a running tutorial on what was missing:
As the suns sets at Mutiny Bay, we snap our picture at the exact location I include in the book:
Paul’s been eagerly awaiting the completion of his frame’s powder coating. I told him that it was too pretty to put under the jeep. Instead, he ought to hand it in the house. No response to that idea so far . . .
Paul writes, “Early this morning (to retired folks it seemed real early) I traded a fist full of cash to a local businessman and in return I received a beautiful black powdercoated Willys frame fresh from the curing oven complete with that new frame smell. Quickly hauling it home I positioned the frame inside the connex slightly ahead of the body while leaving enough room to safely install the springs and axles. I needed to somehow support the frame high enough to allow the axles to fit underneath while not damaging the new coating and still allow the frame to be easily raised and lowered. Did I mention this proposed support structure had to be cheap?
While the connex is incredibly strong the metal roof is way weaker than the weight of the snow we receive during a normal winter so years ago (to prevent the roof from collapsing) I reinforced the roof structure with full length headers bolted to the connex sides and 2X4 doublers positioned right below the original roof bows. With all this structure just waiting for me to use I attached the ends of four ratchet straps to the headers and hooked the opposite ends to the Willys frame. By adjusting the tension of the straps I was able to position the frame level and at the height necessary for clearance of the wheel and axle combination. I normally carry four ratchet straps in the truck (you never know when you’ll run across something that’s just too good to pass up so I’m ready to load it up, cinch it down and head for home at a high rate of speed before anyone changes their mind) they were quickly removed and became the Poor Folk Deluxe Adjustable Lift. This worked GREAT! Total cost…nothing!”
This looks nice.
“CRUISIN CLASSICS IS PROUD TO OFFER FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION THIS BEAUTIFUL EXAMPLE OF AMERICAN AUTOMOTIVE HISTORY IN THE FORM OF A 1956 WILLYS (JEEP) PICKUP 4X4 WITH 60,118 ACTUAL MILES. THIS WILLYS HAS JUST COMPLETED A FRAME OFF RESTORATION WITH A POWDER COATED FRAME. THE 4 CYLINDER HURRICANE ENGINE HAS BEEN REBUILT AND BORED .10 OVER WITH NEW PISTONS, NEW ROD AND MAIN BEARINGS, NEW WATER PUMP, REMANUFACTURED CARBURETOR, AND A NEW ELECTRONIC DISTRIBUTOR. THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO 12 VOLTS WITH NEW STARTER, NEW FACTOR WIRING HARNESS, NEW GENERATOR AND ALL NEW LIGHTS. THE GLOSSY RED PAINT IS INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER RED AND PROFESSIONALLY APPLIED. PLEASE CALL FOR MORE DETAILS. THANK YOU FROM ALL OF US AT CRUISIN CLASSICS.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6200
This looks nice. Unclear what type of TLC is necessary.
“Runs, starts and drives. Good Title. V6 out of a 1989 Buick 231. Needs TLC – Cool Truck! Too many projects already to keep it! ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
This might be worth a look.
“Rebuilt L134 Go Devil engine, newer military tires plus spare, lots of spare parts. Licensed and registered till 12/12.”
Here are some inexpensive plans.
“Full size plans/patterns to make an authentic looking Wooden model Willys jeep.
These plans comprise sixteen A4 pages and are drawn full size so can be used as patterns the finished model is 14″ long with 3″ diameter wheels.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5500.
(06/06/2012) Lots of mods to this flat tie.
“Fiberglass body
Powered by a 283
Twin stick transfer case
12 gallon fuel cell
Detroit locker rear
7500 obo
Call Rick at 209-380-3696”
http://modesto.craigslist.org/cto/3227997083.html
No pics provided and no description.
“call for info 1500 obo 3042673032 phillip”
UPDATE: Was $2200. **SOLD**
This might be a good price. It’s got a fiberglass body.
“Everything major works fine needs a handful of tweaks mostly on steering column linkage, turn signals, and rear driver drum brake (currently leaking fluid)
Is still drivable but issues need to be addressed before it is taken many places and is something that can be relied on.
Motor, transmission, transfer case, differentials, and all other linkages are in fine to great working condition.
Strait six 4.0l, Four speed, 4×4 high and low,
Has fiberglass body (nice not to have to worry about rust issues in alaskan climate, also easy material to work with), Front tow bar, tow hitch on the back, soft top (not top end)
Not sure on miles
Firm on price, this is currently a great deal on a cj6 even considering its problems will make a great rig with little work.
You can easily catch me this weekend thanks for looking have a good day.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
(06/03/2012) Plenty of work left on this project.
“Completely rebuilt drive train from motor to rear diff. Just needs to be finished! Call for more details after 6 PM and speak with Jason.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800.
(11/08/2011) “1948 Willys CJ2A – Original flathead engine, rebuilt 4cyl, new clutch, orignal rebuilt 3sp tranny, new radiator, new gas tank, new water and fuel pump, disc brakes on front, dual resevoir master cylinder, tilt steering, chevy steering box, full cage, body in good condition, needs tires am/fm cd player.
Starts everytime! Very dependable, great hunting machine! Asking $3800.00 but willing to negotiate some. Also consider trade for a decent camp trailer. ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was up for auction.
Buz spotted this unusual toy. The auction takes place Saturday and Sunday. I’m not sure which day the jeep will be up for auction.
Here’s a great video of a run at the 2012 Summer Convention held this year in Camas Valley, Oregon. There are a few more videos posted as well.
I purchased this small article about a Jeep Jamboree in 1957. The event was held on South Padre Island in the Gulf of Mexico off Texas. This two page spread has pictures and a bit of info on the action. As soon as I get my scanner working again, I’ll larger versions of this.
UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD**
This is an unusual Jeepster. I wish the pics were larger.
“UP FOR AUCTION IS A VERY NICE ONE OF A KIND 1949 WILLYS JEEPSTER IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A VERY NICE STREET ROD THAT NO ONE ELSE HAS THIS IS IT FROM THE CUSTOM PAINT TO THE CHEVROLET 350 DRIPPING IN CHROME. POWERD BY A NEW 350 MOTOR 350 TRANS MUSTANG TWO FRONT END POWER STEERING. THIS IS A ALL STEEL BODY WITH A REMOVIBLE HARD TOP WITH GLASS CAPPER ON THE BACK”
It’s not stock, but looks like a nice little rig.
” I am moving and need to down size my toys–I did a total frame off rebuild of this Jeep in 2004- Brakes,wheel bearings,all seals front and rear,new brake lines,new wheel bearings..everything was put back just like new-It has a 1985 Chevy 4.3 V6 with a 4 barrel carb- It has LOTS of power- The engine does smoke a little when you first start it up,but after it warms up its okay- Does not use any oil- Slips out of second gear on deacceleration(which is a common problem) I did not catch it when I rebuilt it,because it was not running when I got it– Paint is a little faded – No rust- good brakes- gauges all work- seats are good-still retains all of the Military hardware- Good top- Lots of fun to drive- 5 brand new Military NDT 7.00X16 Tires- Has a heater-What else can I say this is a one time deal you want find another one like it- It was titled as a 1947 Willys when I bought,but is is a 1942 Ford GPW- I have a clear Texas title- Give me a call @ 325-665-3495 for more info.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
You can see these Ideal toys at the CJ-3B Page.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
Check out the 100 mile-per-hour speedometer. Is that aftermarket or from a different vehicle?
“WOW! Can you say classic that can take you anywhere you want to go! With 2 Superlow 4×4 gears and a 6000 pound WARN Winch, hit the trails and make heads turn! 3 Speed manual transmission with WARN Overdrive. This is no common off roading vehicle, this 1949 Willys can go in a car show Saturday, and on the trails Sunday!”
UPDATE: **SOD** Was $800.
This looks like a good price. It might even run.
“I have a 49 jeep pickup thats been sitting in my yard for 8 years and i just need it gone.
Truck has not been started or moved in a year but should still run.
still has original bed that isnt rusted through . was an eastern washington truck its whole life untill it sat here for 8 years.
has willys flat 4 engine and manual 3 speed trans. 4×4 works”
