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This sold quicky … thought I’d post it anyway. It sure looked like a good price.
“1966 CJ-5 military jeep 225 v-6 buick jeepster original motor, rebuilt transmission, 2 new drive shafts, new brakes all the way around, new starter, alternator, points, plugs & wires, gas pump, inline filter, & rebuilt carburator. Runs good, 4 wheel drive works, nice project to finish. Asking $2000 includes trailer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500
(05/31/2010) This is still a project.
“1945 Willys MB for sale. It has a rebuilt motor that runs great, it only has about 15 miles on the new motor. It has all new wiring and it was converted to 12 volt. It has to many new things to list so give me a call and take it for a test drive. I started to restore the jeep but I did not know how much money it would suck up. The jeep is fun to drive but it is not completely original but it could be put back to original if someone had the time and money. I would trade for a nice running 90s toyota mr2 or nissan 300zx or a 3000gt,but it would not hurt to offer any thing all I could say is no”
HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY! No updates tonight …
I can’t tell how solid this is, but with a serial number of #12201 and matching numbers, this might be a good find for someone.
“1946 CJ2A, serial #12201. 2201st ever produced for civilian use. Built in January ’46, all original, body, frame, and engine numbers match. I even have the original dash plates! Ready for restoration! Breaks my heart to sell but times are hard and I need the cash. $1800. Serious replies only. 615-948-8656 ask for Dave.”
http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/1823841578.html
Here’s an unusual Ad:
“WE HAVE A 1946 JEEP WILLY’S CJ2A SITTING IN OUR GARAGE WAITING TO BE RESTORED. WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE BEST MECHANIC IN THE GORGE TO ASSIST WITH RESTORING THE ENGINE. WE ARE WILLING TO PAY A DAILY WAGE TO THE PERSON THAT CAN TRUELY ASSIST WITH THIS PROJECT. THE MOTOR IS A ( 4-134 L HEAD MOTOR (463). IT HAS A 1-BARREL CARBURETOR. IT HAS BEEN CONVERTED TO 12V. MY #541-490-4387.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000
Here’s an M-38a1 with a freshly rebuilt 327 engine, rear end and front end. It’s a project still. I think the louvered hood is also unusual (I haven’t seen too many of these, though I *think* it’s a non-military hood).
“1952 WILLYS MILITARY JEEP PROJECT. M38 A1. Completely rebuilt 327 ci chevy motor, chevy 1-ton transmission, jeep model 18 transfercase and adaptor. Both axles completly rebuilt. I have all the parts and more. No major rust. Clean tittle and registration. Great jeep for the right person. “
UPDATE: **SOLD** $2950
(06/24/2010) Seller needs to sell to purchase teeth … now that’s a new one! This looks like it’s either dirty or dusty.
“Must sell or trade my 1945 willys hunting jeep to buy the wife a new set of upper teeth. jeep runs great .only used once a year for the past 40 years. needs minor clutch linkage work. $2950.00 obo thanks Ed”
No pics and no description, but it is a must sell situation.
“1943 JEEP by FORD MOVING and can’t take with us. $4000.00 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
(04/15/2010) It runs and has the F-head racing scoop.
“Selling a 48 Jeep willys runs good has some new wiring and electronic ignition. Great deer lease jeep starts good in the cold. Needs to have the transmission rebuilt and a new battery.”
UPDATE: It’s unclear if this is still for sale or not. I have not seen it relisted lately. Was listed at $2850
This looks solid from afar.
“1959 Willy – Overland Jeep Station Wagon. Semi restored. Engine runs and transmission shifts OK. 4 Wheel Drive works. All original except for electric wiper motor and new horn relay. All gauges work. Missing ashtray. No rust problems onthe frame. Some rust issues on the body, but repairable. Have two sets of wheels and tires. on 16″ wheels (5) and 15″ X 8″ wide wheels in back (4). Great for restoration. Have extra transmission and transfer case. $2850 OBO. Call J.D. Barron (205) 699-5010 or email.”
http://bham.craigslist.org/cto/1823956513.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1600.
I might have this listed elsewhere. I know I’ve seen this for sale previously.
“THIS AD IS FOR THIS 1954 WILLYS. THIS IS A MILITARY AMBULANCE TRUCK FRONT LINE 1/4 TON 4X4 M-170. THIS VEHICLE DOES NOT HAVE AN ENGINE OR TRANS OR TRANSFER CASE. IT IS VERY SOLID IF THERE IS RUST I DON’T SEE ANY. THIS WAS A MARINE CORPS AMBULANCE. YOU WOULD SEARCH A LONG TIME TO FIND ONE THIS NICE AT THIS PRICE. THE BODY HAS BEEN STRETCHED 6 INCHES BY A PROFESSIONAL BODY MAN. THE WILLYS HAS THE ORIGINAL FRONT AND REAR AXLES. ALL OF THE BODY IS IN GOOD OR EXELLENT SHAPE FOR ITS AGE. WE HAVE ALL OF THE ORIGINAL BODY TAGS AND THE PLAQUE THEY CAME ON. THIS VEHICLE COMES WITH A BILL OF SALE.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
You can see the front clip has been lengthened to fit the later model CJ frame. The fenders were lengthened, but I can’t tell where; however, the extension of the hood is pretty obvious. It now occurs to me that there might be a small market for lengthened flattie fenders and flattie hoods to make this modification easier for builders. Creating fiberglass molds would not be too difficult.
“1948 Willys Jeep in excellent condition. Fully restored by previous owner. 1948 tub mounted on a 1976 CJ5 frame with an AMC 304 V8, T150 trans, Dana 20 transfer case. The jeep is titled as a 1948, and the clear title is in hand. Had some ignition problems when I bought it, but it has been painstakingly sorted out, and runs great. New superswamper 33×10.5 tires on it. Lots new on this jeep (too much to list on here). Serious inquiries only please”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
I’m pretty sure this is a fiberglass body. ACME continues to sell fiberglass, metal and aluminum flattie bodies, as noted below.
“This was a project that never got finished. It has a Buick 231/ turbo 350/ Spicer18/ dana44 with 5/38 gearing/ Summer brothers axils/ aluminum wheels. The body (tub, front fenders, and grill) is an acme with minimum rust. Also comes with a two piece windshield and extra grill (small headlight), windshield wipers, extra u-joints and back seat Asking 2000.00 or best offer.”
Here’s a pic of an ACME glass flattie body. Note the lack of tailgate. You can still purchase these at ACME for $2500:
ACME also sells metal bodies (steel (Early MB, MB, GPW, M-38, CJ-2A, CJ-3A, CJ-3B and even a mini slat grille) & aluminum), though none I see come without tailgates except for the MB bodies, but those have the normal mb characteristics.
Sure there are a few dings and dents, but it looks solid and the top appears fine. You’ll just need to get a title.
“No title for this jeep just bill of sale . 1969 model with v6 engine. Frame is solid. 4 wheel drive works. all original. some dents and dings. Paint not great. 33k miles is shown on the odometer, not sure how acurate it is. 4 speed manual trnamsion. Call (516)807-1464 for inquiries.”
http://longisland.craigslist.org/cto/1823688617.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4250
(06/06/2010) There have been improvements to the frame. The rear differential does not appear to be full floating anymore.
“1942 Ford built GPW. 134cc”GO DEVIL” L head Willys engine, .030 over, hard seated exhausts, 12V alternator, external spin on oil filter, dry air filter system, closed cooling system, battery master disconnect, T-90 transmission, Danas front and rear, 5:38 gears, rear Spicer limited slip differential, 11″brakes, split master cylinder brake system, rear backing plate emergengy brake system, new fuel tank, Warn free wheeling hubs, Saganaw steering box, third stoplight mounted in sparetire bracket eye level, perfect upholstery on Ford scripted seat frames, 6 point full roll cage, 2-5gal Gerry can holder with rear mounted spare tire, black out lights (all three) with original switch and knob and they work, Halogen headlights mounted in original buckets with original “flip up” engine compartment mounts, high & low beams, horn, full tranny skid plate, 2″receiver mounts front & rear, modified three piece windsheild, fuel-amp-water temp-oil pressure gauges, dual dash lights, Cherry Bomb glass pack with full length exhaust pipe to rear, shovel and axe in original mounts, 2″rectangular steel sub framed, spring lift, original glove compartment, modified transfere case shift levers can go into high and low range when not in four wheel drive, pull lever emergency brake handle, original “patched” Ford body with original military identifiaction numbers on hood, multiple color flat finish never repainted wanted to be able to enjoy this rig off road and not worry about scratches. Probably some other stuff I forgot to mention but you can get a pretty good idea. Title clear, registration just paid, good till May 2011. This rig has been used as a daily driver weather permitting, it is an extremly capable rig, extremly dependable. Also comes with a tow bar, really never used it, preferred to drive the rig where I was going, Black Rock Desert, High Rock Canyon, the Playa for Burning Man, and several other local areas, Cisco Grove, Yuba Gap, Sierra Pass. Only flaw “pops” out of 2nd gear on occasion when used as an compression brake, Most T-90’s did this, inherant trait! If you are looking for an unique vintage “flatty” that it TURN KEY, this is it”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6850
(11/10/2009) This looks solid.
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Awesome little jeep for sale. All original except nice wheels and tires. Has a 3000 pound winch added on the front bumper as well. Origninal motor in it. Looks great, drives great, just a really cool jeep all the way around. Hate to sell it, but just don’t need it.”
UPDATE: SOLD.
Dave let me know that this VEC is for sale over at the CJ-2A Page. The seller hopes to sell the entire jeep, but if he can’t get it sold, he plans to part it out. This has a serial number of #14575, so it is a very early CJ and it would be a shame to see this parted out.
You can see the thread related to this at The CJ-2A Page.
Tom asked me to post his truck for sale.
“I need to sell my 1957 Willy’s … bought it, put in a new engine, transmission and wheels then my house burnt down … so I haven’t had the time to put into finishing the restoration. Runs great!
Maybe 200 miles on these: Motor: ZZ4 Chevy crate motor; Transmission: TH7004R Tires and rims are new. Extra set of rims and some miscellaneous parts thrown in the deal. Please email me at mail4TomB@gmail.com with any questions and your phone number. Truck is located in Northern Virginia.”
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/cto/1814489841.html
This looks like a fantastic price!
“Rare – 1954 Willys Jeep CJ3B High Hood 4X4 – Stock 4 cylinder engine 6 Volts. Runs good. Comes with Bestop soft top with removabable doors, roll bar and extra set of tires and rims. $2500”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/1823139973.html
UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $15,000.
Wes found this unusual, old school CJ-5 for sale at the Great Lakes Forum.
“1973 Super Jeep RARE BARN FIND 1 OWNER ,All the papers and doc.360 front and rear dana 44, 28,960.0 original miles Bought new and raced by factory employee.At the jeep proving grounds. Just very cool piece of history.check this out.$15,000. Or Make me a offer.”
How about this classic sand jeep. If the tires goes with it and are in decent shape, then this looks like a good price for the right person.
“1946 cj2a, 2 wheel drive, no motor or trans, set up for small block chevy ,streched front end, Pink slip in hand. Contact Don @ Don’s Automotive. (951) 763-0113”
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/1822401071.html
If NADA says it, then it must be true, right? Nice looking jeep though.
“1948 CJ-2A Willys Jeep. Rebuild flathead L4 engine by “Bernie”. Rebuilt axles by Pro Gear. Transmission rebuilt. Warn Overdrive. Frame powdercoated. Seats need recovered. Have original back seat, also needs recovered. Lots of fun! NADA: Average Retail $10,850 – High Retail $20,500. $16,000 Cash only. No trades, no tattoos. (868) 774-4678″
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/1823215170.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8000.
Note the unusual leather work on the inside of the door.
“1950 Willy’s Jeepster. Tooled interior, 3 speed, 4 cylinder, f-head.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1350
“1965 jeep cj5 f134 engine runs good starts easy, t90 trans (pops out of second t90 parts are cheap and easy to fix) hard top with hard doors that pop off fast, body is rough with patch work, front brakes need work (can convert to disk) tires are missed matched, do have 31″ studded 70% tires that can go with! twin stick transfer! locking hubs! tow bar! heater! this jeep is fun to drive around town just don’t have the time to fix the minor problems, would be good hunting rig or has lots of parts that would work on a Willy’s restoration $1350 OBO will take any reasonable offer!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
(03/28/2010) There’s been a number of updates on this flattie.
“327 Rebuilt Engine with approximately 700 miles. 4 speed, 8000 lb wench, 35 x 12.5 tires, 4 barrell Edelbrock carburetor, headears, tow bar, 6 point roll bar, 5 point harness seats. Runs Great!!! If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an appointment to see, please call”
