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I spent a little time going through the IMCDB website to see how correct some of the jeep identifications were. As I was going through the different jeeps, I spotted this stainless steel flattie, something I’ve never seen in a movie. I have also never heard of the Movie “Laure”.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
This might not be a bad price.
“Jeep Willy’s 1951 $3,000. This is a 1951 Jeep Willys. It runs perfectly and has a rebuilt motor. Clean Title.
Will consider trades. What do you have? Cars, Trucks, ATVs Check out my other listings by searching “for sale” ads with my phone number.”
Here’s a parts buyer.
“Im restoring my 1950 willys cj3a. I need many parts to get it back on the road. I also need a top/hardtop. Email me what you have.”
This looks solid.
“51 Willys with a 327 CI V8. Dana Transmission and transfer case, Rancho suspension, Brand new Optima Red Top. Edelbrock manifold and 500 cfm carb. This jeep runs perfect. Everything works including the heater. Street legal with current registration and clean title. New top, New seats, Just needs paint. Will entertain trades for the right street legal Baja or other off road vehicle. Call Jay 951.295.0431”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/2248931566.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Free.
Did I mention FREE?
“LOTS OF rust many good parts, AVAILABLE THIS WEEKEND ONLY, COME AND GET IT.. U HAUL, AND YOU WILL NEED A TRAILER.. CANNOT BR TOWED!! BEST TIME TO GET IT, IS, SUNDAY MORNING/TOMMORROW AT 10.00 A.M.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
Here’s a nice looking CJ-2A.
“47 willys I have owned this jeep for 25yrs, last spring I started bringing it to good driving condition , all new brake shoes wheel and master cylinders ,brake hoses , one new drum. from the steering box down all new joints. five new tires, new best top,new distributor , carburator,seats redone,rubber around windshield and coweling replaced.rebuilt starter, generator and regulator set to 8v,and new 8v battery . I would consider a reasonable offer or if you have something the arctic cat dealer will alow in trade I would consider dicounting for that. this jeep is almost totaly stock has original 4 cylnder go devil flat head engin.”
Lots of parts.
“1948 Willys Jeep parts for sale. CASH ONLY. All prices are negotiable, always interested in unique trades.
I have a frame for a 1948 Willys Jeep, it has a clear Indiana title. I am parting it out. The frame has both a front and rear axle $100.00 each, wheels not included.
Steering column and box $75.00
3 good wheels $75.00 each, they are $100.00 each on line.
Transmission, transfer case not included, $75.00
Hood not rusted out but the support brace in back is broken and would need to be welded $75.00
Grille with turn signals and 1 headlight still in it, very good shape $200.00
Tailgate not rusted out but some slight damage $150.00
Pair of flat fenders, fair condition $100.00 each
Most motor parts.
Call 812-455-4578 or email put Willys in the subject line so I know it is not spam. CASH ONLY!!!”
http://evansville.craigslist.org/cto/2249212470.html
Steve’s got this chassis for sale.
“Rolling Chassis of what appears to be either a 1947 or 1948 Willys CJ2A. The chassis has been modified by previous owner to use 8 Cylinder engine so front area has unoriginal modifcations to accomodate larger engine. (i.e. cross member is not original, engine mounts are not original). Chassis has other issues – delamination of top and bottom straps on passenger side frame, crossmember brackets on frame have been modified.
Really selling for running gear, chassis parts – front bumper, rear cross member and tranny and transfer case. Tranny is a T-90 but it has been modified to fit onto an 8 cylinder engine, it appears that the main shaft is extra long to fit into larger engine. also has adapter on tranny for 8 cylinder engine bell housing.
Wheels and pintel hook on jeep do not go with it. I will supply non-original wheels and tires for transport. Sold as is, no guarantees, no returns. Local pickup only. No sales outside US. No scams, no trades no checks.”
Steve’s is listing this body in case someone wants it. This is saveable, but will take some work.
“Looks to be a 1952 Willys M38 original body. No body tag number – so guessing at year based on certain features, i.e. data tags get mounted on plate rather than directly on dash.
This body is about to go to the scrap heap – so I figured I’d offer here before cutting up. This body needs new front floor section and new hat channels. Body has a lot of bondo on it and very unprofessional body work throughout. Also has been chopped a little near front firewall due to someone named Bubba installing a V-8 in the frame this was sitting on.
If you are good with metal work and want to start with an original 1950’s body this is for you. If your not good with metal work, buy a repro. from DL Bensinger don’t buy this body it needs a lot of work.
Local pick up only (although, I could deliver it up to 50 miles for a fee if paid in full). No shipping. No returns, no guarantees. Come take a look if you are local.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
I”m gonna guess that not all the new parts are shown in the pics.
“1942 Army jeep willy built by Ford. Over $3000 in new parts. Obo.”
No pics provided. I’m guessing this is a wagon.
“48 Jeep Overland project.283, 4wd, red/white Mostly original. Vehicle has been garage kept and have not gotten back to finish it. Still in fairly good condition. Need bodywork finished and whatever mechanical would now be needed. Great for restoration. Considering offers. Don’t currently have photos. Garage is very narrow. Ad is being run for a friend. Call # if possible. 412 335-7572”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
This runs and drives.
“1946 CJ2-A Willys Jeep… runs good, has original engine and ALL parts; I put an aftermarket carb on it and a reproduction fuel pump – however I have BOTH of the original pieces that can be re-worked and I’m sure they would work (I cleaned them both but just couldn’t get it to run with them).
New suspension all around, original military spec rims and good rubber. Have a new shop manual as well – plus lots of odds and ends parts. I have an extra fly wheel, extra front differential with hubs, extra steering wheel and neck assembly. I need to move to a smaller work shop and have to get rid of the project… come and get it!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000
(03/29/2010) The top in particular looks really nice.
“This Jeep had an off the frame complete restoration done. It has the original 4-cyclinder engine, new transmission, and a rebuilt transfer case. Also, has new brakes, hoses, springs arched, radiator, and carburetor. The original lights and horn are 12-volt. The Jeep does have lock-out hubs. Jeep is winter green with black interior seats. Jeep has the original working heater and metal Koenig top with doors. Jeep has approximately 300 miles on it since restoration. This Jeep is in excellent original condition with new tires and is ready to go”
UPDATE: Still Available
(01/27/2011) This guy is willing to do whatever it takes to sell this rolling chassis. This is located at Hank Graff Chevrolet. I wonder what they wrote off as the trade in value on this rig?
“CHECK THIS OUT…NO MOTOR, NO TRANS…NO TRANSFER CASE NO SEATS… .NOW THE POSITIVE…IT IS REALLY CUTE….WOULD MAKE A TERRIFIC FLOWER PLANTER FOR THE RIGHT FAMILY…. IT IS REALLY CUTE.. REMARKABLY, THE FRAME APPEARS TO BE IN PRETTY GOOD SHAPE…. FRONT PIG IS THERE …THAT IS NOT PATTON POSING BY THE WAY… PATTON WAS MUCH BETTER LOOKING …THINK LONG AND HARD AND EVENTUALLY YOU WILL FIND SOMETHING CREATIVE TO DO WITH IT… I HEARD SOMEWHERE THE OLD CHEVETTE MOTOR WORKED WELL IN THE OLD WILLYS ??? MAYBE I JUST DREAMED IT… THE FELLA PRETENDING TO BE A MOTOR… WE CALL HIM AARON… AARON ERWAY…. ‘IT’S YOUR WAY WITH ERWAY’ WHERE ELSE CAN YOU BUY A 1955 WILLYS FOR UNDER A GRAND ? … COFFEE IS ALWAYS ON …”
http://flint.craigslist.org/ctd/2246553774.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2800
There’s still some work left.
“I have for sale a 1945 willys jeep built by ford. It doesn’t need much to get running. It has a new 450 horsepower 388 cubic inch chevy engine. The engine is pump gas friendly with edelbrock rpm heads and a comp 282 hydraulic roller camshaft. Tranny is a short tail shaftturbo 350 and has a tci reverse manual valvebody and 3500 stall converter. The tranny needs new clutches. Rearend is an old dana 44 with 4.30 gears and is welded. Front end is a mail jeep 2 wheel drive straight axle that shaved 130 lbs off the front from the old dana 30. The jeep body is a little rough on the sides but has been heavily modified everywhere else and was nicely done has gm pedals and tilt and telescoping steering wheel. Tires are 16.50×15 paddles on new 15×12 wheels. It has a clear title and new tags as I drove it a little last summer. I am willing to part this jeep as well. Engine should make about 450 horsepower and 450 torque and is daily driveable.
Runs great. Has 60lbs of oil pressure.
Ill sell the engine alone for —————————————————————————————————-$2000 which is half what it costed me.
Transmission is a th350 short tailshaft with
TCI reverse manual valvebody
new j.w. 3500 stall converter
hurst shifter
tranny needs rebuilt.—————————————–350 bucks for all of it.
Paddles are 16.50×15 in fair condition with new tubes and newer 15×12 wheels with 5on5.5 pattern———$300
The Jeep i will sell for 2800 firm complete or just the rolling chassis w/out the paddles for ——————-$850
Also the jeep has a dana 44 with 4.30 gears and welded diff. Front is a postal jeep straight axle
2wd. To get running needs a carb, and tranny rebuild and a front wheel cylinder. I will drive with a carb on it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1400.
(09/21/2010) Needs work.
“i have a 47 willys the tube is in good shape,frame and drive train is in very good shape,all the drive train is there.it ran when i parked it but needs some work,it has the 4 cyl. its not a flat head its all there,2nd owner.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Price dropped to $1595
(08/30/2010) This needs work.
“1946 CJA Jeep -Needs restoration. Original motor, trans, etc. But there are enough spare parts that are included in the purchase that will make the restoration a breeze.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
(03/30/2010) It appears this has a replacement body.
“1946 Jeep CJ2A, original 134ci flat head, many new parts, no rust, very good condition and very original.. $3500.obo ”
See you tomorrow (Saturday)
UPDATE: Still Available
(11/29/2010) There’s work to be left on this project.
“jeep needs to go! its got a 3.8L V6 and 6-speed transmission from a 2007 jeep wrangler jk unlimited with 40,000. motor has computer, entire harness, all acessories, and a/c! suspension is custom built all around with a triangulated 4-link rear end, and front is a custom “Y” link 4-link. great flex! it still needs some work, but the hard stuff is done! great project for anybody. I DO HAVE THE TITLE! for more details, please contact me at 979-248-0347″
http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/2304001079.html
I was checking some stats tonight and learned that readers from the country of Colombia constitute one of the largest blocks of readers of eWillys outside the US. So, in solidarity, I thought a few Yipao videos were in order 🙂
Part way through, watch as the driver climbs out while the jeep keeps spinning!
In this one, the driver jumps on top of the jeep while it spins:
This one includes a bee cage:
Here’s a guy (I couldn’t find a name) who has traveled and lived in several countries. He’s owned a variety of jeeps. He saw his first jeep in Spain, owned his first jeep in Colombia, and has enjoyed them ever since. He recently finished restoring a CJ-3A, though the link no longer works.
You can read his whole story here.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
(11/01/2010) Looks solid. It might have a replacement body (tool indents). Not sure what’s up with the paint on the hood.
“1952 Willys Jeep High Hood. Drives straight, no darting. New wheels . 327 Chevy engine, balanced and blue printed and bored 30 over. Call for time to take a test drive 949-0500 Can easily sell for more later, just need the cash now unfortunately”
UPDATE: Was $6000. **SOLD**
“1952 Willys Wagon with ford 302 V8 T90 transmission Spicer 18 T-case New Warn Overdrive. All new Breaks new clutch assembly New tires. This is the cleanest and straightest Willys Wagon you will find no rust. Has spent all of its life in a high desert climate until it was brought to TX less than a year ago. Clean Texas Title in hand. This is a project with all the hard work done ready for some one to finish out. $6000.00”
This runs and has a Warn OD. It needs a bumper at the very least. Some seats might be useful, too.
“Has Buick V-6 engine
3-speed transmission/with warn overdrive
lock out hubs
stainless steel fuel tank
Any additional questions, you may call 618-779-3227 after 4:00pm.”
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/2244050219.html
