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This must have looked pretty cool back in the day. It needs a pile of TLC.
“MY WIFE SAID SHE WANTS IT OUT OF THE DRIVWAY SO HERE IS YOUR CHANCE TO BUILD A VERY RARE RAT ROD= STREET ROD, 1952 WILLYS PANEL THAT WAS BUILT BACK IN THE LATE 70S OR EARY EIGHTYS. has A S-10 FRONT CLIP AND MUSTANG REAR AXLE. NO MOTOR OR TRANS. SLIDE A SMALL BLOCK CHEVY ENG AND TRANS AND HAVE FUN. 850 CASH OBO. NO EMAIL CELL ONLY 812 568 0737 NO TRADES GOOD TITLE”
http://evansville.craigslist.org/cto/1982994609.html
Only $2000? Looks like a steal!
“1955 Willys truck. Has a ’72 Chevy 350, turbo 400 automatic, dana 20 transfer case. Original axles with 4.88 gears. In very good shape. Comes with a pair of upgrade axles- Dana 44 front and Ford 9″ rear. Runs strong- lots of new parts. $2000 obo”
http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/cto/1984232863.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
Is this a VEC? I can’t quite tell. There are several knobs in odd locations … there’s a lot of work necessary to save that tub.
“This is a 1946 Willys CJ2A. The body is in restorable condition, main tub is solid, needs new floorboards in front, rear floor still solid. Frame was modified in front for snow plowing (steel plating welded to front frame horns), have replacement frame section for this area. Motor turns by hand, transmission/transfer case, and axles are all present and complete, no seat frames. Comes with a complete Carter WO carburetor, new Bestop TigerTop. Has a hydrallic pump mounted in the cab, between seats, for the snow plow operation. Comes with signed off Michigan title.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500
According to the seller, that is the original paint.
“For sale is a original and rare 1959 FC170 with the 9 foot bed option. Original paint, never been repainted. Two previous owners, complete and fully documented ownership history, including the original dealership bill of sale. Everything works. Everything on the Jeep is original, the interior is complete, seat upholstery is original, the running gear is refurbished and works as it should, including the engine, the 3 speed manual, the transfer-case, 4 wheel drive, axles, diffs, all in good running condition. Rebuild gas tank and rebuild the sending unit. This Jeep drives real nice, and everything works, the heater, all the electrical, the turn signals, lights. Complete with original headliner, original door panels, original sun visors, and a few rare items like a vinyl cigarette box holder attached to the visor. The stencil “Jeep” and “4 Wheel Drive” insignias on the tailgate are original. The tires are original old stock, most likely the second set, dating early 60’s. A true survivor, this Jeep spent 90% of her life in one family, who owned a RV business in a small town in Washington State. The Jeep was mostly used to plow occasional snow on the RV lot, otherwise the Jeep parked in the dry. The body is completely stock and original, no accidents, no rust with the exception of pitting and surface rust on rear fender flares and surface rust on the bed floor. Because it is so original I never had plans to repaint or frame-off restore this Jeep, I always loved the original condition it is in. I just made everything work properly, with the goal to avoid any modern upgrades or parts replacements that are not era correct. This Jeep drives real nice, it breaks properly, shifts nicely and the engine sounds very healthy. This FC170 is a true survivor. Your chance to own a piece of Jeep history. Original West Coast Jeep all her life! The snow plow mechanism works, but I do not have the plow blade. This FC170 is incredible. West Coast Jeep all her life, documented ownership history, I am the 3rd owner. I even have the original dealership bill of sale from 1959! Original paint!!!!! Surface rust on bed, fenders, but NO critical rust in all the common areas!”
UPDATE: I visited the Tender Website … there is a long video on the front page showing all aspects of this 4wd e-vehicle. Truth be told, they had me at “sexy french woman hops in the front seat and takes off”
I ran across this post and image of what appears to be a small, electric jeep on a forum based in the philippines. After more searching, I discovered this e-vehicle is sold in France and found out more about it from autoblog.com, which has covered this in a couple articles (here and here).
From the autoblog post, here is some information: “You can have it in two flavors, which depends on your driver’s license. If you are 16 and have a basic motorcycle license (called A1 in Europe) you can drive one of this cars which is homologated as a quadricycle. Performance is then quite discreet, limited to 45 km/h (slightly more than 30 mph) and it can’t be driven on highways. However, if you have a regular car license (B1), the car can run up to 80 km/h and can run on highways. The engines can yield 4 kW, 8 kW or 12.8 kW of power depending on the configuration of the vehicle.
The car is a real 4WD with four motors, one for each wheel. The electricity is stored in the floor in 12 lead-acid batteries that store 48 V and 240 Amperes each. It’s enough to drive the car up to 100 km (60 miles). Lead acid batteries were used because they are reliable, have a decent life span (claimed to be from 50,000 to 70,000 km) and low cost of substitution (around 2,200 EUR) when they do die out.. The cost of the car is between 10,000 and 15,000 EUR, depending on options.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3900.
It appears some good work has been done.
“1950 WILLYS UTILITY WAGON 4X4….ORIGINAL ENGINE, RUNS GOOD, GOOD BODY, EXTRA PARTS, CURENT TAGS. CANT FINISH DUE TO HEALTH PROBLEMS. $3,900. OR VERY CLOSE OFFER”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $200.
Here’s an unusual CJ-5 body.
“Jeep CJ-5 body, Stretched 1 foot in the door. Floor and sides armored. Willy’s tail gate. Only $200 Or Best Offer.”
It could just be my imagination, but that body looks like it could has more of a swoop for the passenger entrance similar to a pre-MB. This is worth a closer look.
“I have a 1941 Jeep Wheelies that runs great. I have stored it in my barn for years and used it for Deer hunting. I need to clean out the barn. I do not have a title for the Jeep. I have sold my second one a few years ago without a title and the individual did not have any issue gettting one. This is a really good running Jeep. Do not call before 11:00 AM CST please. 417-226-4500”
http://quadcities.craigslist.org/cto/1982229658.html
No pics provided. It’s got the F-script body.
“Whole jeep that needs to be restored. Will trade for camper that will fit 2001 chev lwb. will sale or trade for something I need.–golfcart”
Steve spotted this solid looking CJ-6.
“I HAVE A ORGINAL JEEP VERY RARE PIECE CJ6 HARD TOP 6CYL 3 SPEED WITH 57,000 ORGINAL MILES RUNS GOOD THE BODY IS ALL THERE 4X4 WORKS GREAT ITS A GREAT PROJECT TO RESTORE ILL SELL IT OR TRADE IT CALL ME @(609)741-4608 THANKS”
http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/1956996268.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
Looks like a parts jeep.
“48′ Willys military Jeep .Has Title ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.
This might be in reasonable shape.
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1946 Willys CJ2 $2200, Runs, drives, with title, and is currently licensed. Unmolested original jeep. Would make a good restoration project”
UPDATE: Was priced at $2000. Pics added.
(09/22/2010) Looks pretty rough.
“I have a 1948 willys jeep it runs good 4×4 works good it just needs breaks and I have title in hand for it you can text me for more pics 3373535899”
http://easttexas.craigslist.org/cto/1979687560.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
This looks solid.
“1946 Willys Jeep. Stock. Model # CJ2A. Good Tires. Runs. $3000 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200
“1951 CJ3AWilly Jeep. Moving and can’t bring it with. Serious Inquiries only. It does run, has rebuilt starter and generator. I recently tuned it up, has new gas tank and fuel pump. It has a spare tire and a windshield. It also has a new tow bar.http://fayetteville.craigslist.org/cto/1981285552.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500
Here’s a buyer for a good tub.
“I’m looking to buy a tub and other body parts for an early 1960s Willys CJ3B. Must be in good condition or at least repairable. Will also consider buying a non-running CJ3B if the body parts are good and price is reasonable. Thanks”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was No Price.
This appears solid.
“I am selling my 1948 Jeep. It has a 302 Ford motor, 4 wheel drive high and low, am/FM radio, custom roll bars, new clutch, master cylinder, and starter. Runs great.”
The surface of this body appears good. The windshield looks good. There might be some value here.
“Hurricane 4 cyl, last ran about 9 years ago. Needs work, good project. Fiberglass hardtop goes with it. as is $600 obo. email or call 802.496.2281.”
http://burlington.craigslist.org/cto/1981789422.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1350.
(09/12/2010) “Willy’s jeep 1946 with factory hydraulic pump for the snow blade,has rag top with doors. Does not run,but turns over. Rusty with holes,but useable or restoreable,has a heater also. Sold as is. Do not e.mail if you are not willing to pay the price. It has an after market air filter,but I have the original,and the seats are in VGC.”
UPDATE: Still Available. Price bumped to $2000
(09/17/2010) The body looks rough, but the rolling chassis appears stock.
“Original motor, frame, Transmission, and body (which is detached) $2000 or better offer. If interested please call Emmett at 607-847-8177 for more info.”
http://syracuse.craigslist.org/cto/1957446094.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,500
(08/17/2010) Believe it or not, this is licensed for the street ….
“For sale or partial trade, 1950 Willy’s Pro Street Jeep. 900 HP big block chevy with Nitrious. Licensed, streetable except extremely LOUD! Turn key. Will trade for classic car or street rod or $25,000 cash. Can be seen in parade downtown Kalispell Saturday morning starting at 10:00. Serious inquires ONLY please.”
One day a while back I got an email from a new reader named Jan. She spotted a CJ-5 sitting in a field for $500 and had a question about the VIN# and the model. We solved the VIN question and then I learned more about how Jan acquired this Jeep.
Jan wrote, “I really didn’t buy it, just offered to get it off his farm. He had a sign on it for $500.00 or best offer. All my friends are laughing at me and indicating it’s the uglist thing they ever saw…… but I fell in love with it!”
After bartering for the Jeep, Jan managed to sell the plow locally, which meant she was actually up a few hundred dollars. However, the body was so bad she knew she had to replace it, so she located a fiberglass tub for cheap in Indiana. She has also found a local mechanic that verified the frame was in good condition and the engine should restore easily. So, hopefully, next spring Jan will be driving around in a “free” jeep. Congrats Jan!
Here’s is the jeep with the top removed.
And here is the ‘new’ fiberglass body
Bob pointed out that the Tri County 4×4 folks are having a swapmeet at the tri-county Fairgrounds in Lisbon, Oh.
“1st Annual 4wheel drive & atv Swap meet; Sat Oct 16; 7:00am to 7:00 pm
Something For Everyone; all types of parts and accessories for 4 wheel drives and atv’s; Set up & camping for Vendors available friday from 5pm to 9pm.
For More Information Contact Dave @ 330-941-9376”
http://www.tricounty4x4.com/event.htm (scroll to bottom of page)
Here’s an unusual find.
“Metal sign with writing on both sides. Asking $350. If interested or have further questions, please contact Ron at 717-921-9089.”
http://harrisburg.craigslist.org/clt/1934549933.html
