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1943 MB Missoula, MT **SOLD**

November 27, 2008 • CATEGORIES: MB This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6995.

While it doesn’t appear to be in perfect condition, it does appear to be in very good, completely stock condition.  This appears to be an excellent restoration candidate.

“This is a very rare Jeep, Built in Jan 1943 for the military to be used during World War 2, very solid, only a few small rust spots, very original with combat wheels, original seats,spare tire mount, jerry gas can mount,original ftathead 4 cyl engine and 3 spd transmission.Has original 4X4 high/low range transfer case, very intact, needs glove box door, couple gauges, soft top and bows, all avaiable new reproduction, easy one to restore, engine spins free and was running 9 years ago when parked. This Jeep has been in Montana for 10 years and at least 10 years in California prior to that.These WW2 Jeeps sell for 25-30K restored and they are easy to restore, has clear title”

 

 
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1953 CJ-3B Burlingame, Ca eBay

November 26, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  This jeep has been listed on eBay.  In the last auction, the price reached $3650, but that was below the reserve.  This time it appears there is no reserve.

“1953 CJ-3B Willys Jeep. Garage kept. New BFG 35″ Muds. New Warn 9500ti high speed winch. Ford 289 Mustang V8, t5 transmission and t18 transmission with warn overdrive kit, full size spare with jerry can on custom tire carrier, corbeau bucket seats, full roll cage. Just sold ranch and nowhere to drive it. This has been my hunting jeep. Enjoy the Rubicon this summer. Call Ryan. 310.924.2844”

View the pics from current Auction

View all the pics on eBay from 1st Auction

 
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1942 MB Grants Pass, OR **SOLD**

November 26, 2008 • CATEGORIES: MB This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $1800

This jeep has a tailgate and a later model grille,but no gas tank inlet.  Maybe it’s a repro tub?

“1942 Willy’s Jeep flat head 4cyl in good condition, runs and drives. Reconditioned head, new head gasket, new spark plugs, new front brakes, new bearings/seals in front end, and rebuilt starter. The body has been recently painted and the seats have been recovered, and are in great shape. Aluminum wheels and 31″ procomp tires. Owner’s manual included.”

 
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FarmJeep.com

November 25, 2008 • CATEGORIES: Features, Website This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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I stumbled upon the farmjeep website this morning.  It includes two extensive rebuilds, one about Ole Blue and one about Old Yeller.  Both appear to have been in poor shape when they ‘retrieved’ them.  Fortunately, the site authors have documented the restorations well.  Also, a nice jeep family history is part of the site, including an image of a jeep with side skirts, something I’ve never seen before.

For those into farm jeep implements, the site includes a great list of vintage farm jeep ads and an overview of farming aides for the jeep, including PTOs, lifts and more.

http://www.farmjeep.com

 
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1961 DJ-3A Woodstock, Ga eBay

November 25, 2008 • CATEGORIES: DJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  This DJ-3A is back for round 2 of eBay.  An opening bid of $2250 has been made.  Reserve has not been met.

This is a nice looking DJ-3A.  I’m a little surprised that at an opening bid of $2500 there are no bids.

“Willys Jeep. Antique. Hard top with sliding doors very rare. NOT A POSTAL JEEP. Has standard left hand drive. 3 speed on the column. 2 wheel Drive. Perfect vehicle to refurbish. Came from out west. 50,000 miles 4 cylinder flat head. New brake master cylinder. Was just painted and did some upgrading…”

View the pics at eBay

 
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1947 CJ-2A Cave Junction, OR **SOLD**

November 24, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.

“1947 Willy’s Jeep $1500 OBO. I am motivated to sell.”

 
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Increasing old Jeep Sales and the Economy

November 23, 2008 • CATEGORIES: Features, News This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Christopher made an interesting point in one his comments.  He mentioned that he’s seeing more jeeps for sale.  Well, oh boy, did this get me thinking ….. and while this is tangentially related to jeeps, it more about my thoughts on the economy.

I agree wholeheartedly with Christopher.  I believe the number of flat fenders appearing for sale is greater now, and the prices better, than I’ve seen since I started following them (which is only 2 years mind you).  Most of the ads appear to have the same theme, ‘don’t want to sell but need the money’.  Now, I don’t keep actual stats on this, but I have been pondering ways to do this without it being a time burden …

Combing Trends

When I combine the jeep sale trend I see with the recent October filings for unemployment insurance (highest in 16 years) and the record drop in October US house sales (worst in 50 years), plus the number of job applications per job here in Boise, I get the feeling the economy is still heading downward.

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1946 CJ-2A Watsonville, Ca **SOLD**

November 22, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3495.

It’s definitely got a variety of good modifications.  It looks well equipped for the trails.

“This Classic is set up for the Hunter/Offroader. V-6 Engine,4 Speed (Heavy Duty Ford Truck) Transmission.
Warren Overdrive, Power Take off Wench,Oversized brakes, Chevy Steering. Cargo Rack with Jerry can racks in the rear, Tow bar, Full Roll Cage.  Trailer hitch, Reciever hitch in front,Dunlop 31X10.5/R15 Mud Rover Tires (like new).”

 
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1946 CJ-2A Arvada, CO **SOLD**

November 22, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A • TAGS: . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.

“1946 CJ2A Jeep with Arctic Top. Engine runs good, rebuilt starter and Carburetor. New tires. This jeep needs some body work (after all, it’s 62 years old.) The frame rails are solid, only surface rust that I’ve seen. I’m sure I’ve done some other things to it. If I think of them I’ll edit the posting. And yes, the carburetor has been covered at all times. I just took off the cover for the pic. I’ll sell the Jeep without the Arctic Top for $1600.00. Prices are firm. These Jeeps are getting more valuable daily. I just don’t have the time for it any more”

 
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15×15 Rims with 5 x 5.5 bolt pattern Longview, WA **SOLD**

November 22, 2008 • CATEGORIES: Tires and Rims This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $100

This is a great price on 4 rims for wide tires such as paddle tires.  Someone was looking for a set of these but whom … hmmm.

“The are a chrome modular wheel. I was using them on my CJ5. I Had sand paddles mounted on them. These are 15 inch with the 5 on 5.50 (five and a half) bolt pattern. They have no scratches, rust, dents etc. They are in near perfect condition. Since I was using them for sand tires, I was running them with a ten inch wide up front and a twelve inch wide in the rear for the paddles. “

 
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1946 CJ-2A Albany, NY **SOLD**

November 20, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1800.

Sounds like it needs a little work.  Strangely, no step-side drain holes or a gas inlet hole.  I’m not sure whether the back is solid or not.

“46 Jeep CJ2A with some other parts, like the windshield is 53.- Military colors, this is a great farm jeep or offroad project. Runs great, great rubber. Floor pan has some rot. Frame and all other parts and metal are in good shape. Front seats in good shape. 12volt conversion done and makes it street legal. We used it for the summer house, comes with full doors and top.”

 
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1954 CJ-3B Sandwich, Ma $6500

November 20, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Sounds like it might be mostly stock.  Nice restore.

“4 Cylinder-3 Speed.  Body off restoration several years ago. Steel body. Very good condition. Current inspection sticker. Steering box needs rebuild. $6500 B.O.  Contact Skip 617-590-3691”

http://capecod.en.craigslist.org/cto/926008514.html

 
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1952 M-38 Los Angeles, CA **SOLD**

November 20, 2008 • CATEGORIES: M-38 This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500

This looks like it’s in great shape.  May have potential for a beautiful restoration project.

“1952 willys jeep m-38 marine . converted to 12 volt, small rust on passenger floor runs great , good desert jeep , pink slip in hand .”

 

 
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1949 CJ-3A Stratford, WI $750

November 20, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This jeep has a 30 front and 44 rear with posi and 4:10 gears.  This is a great price.  Where were these jeeps when I was looking a year and a half ago!  The fenders have been lengthened, which explains the odd hood.  I wonder if this is a later model frame.

“1949 Jeep Willys 4×4 CJ-2A flat fender. Body and frame in good-excellent shape with very minimal rust for the year. Roll bar installed with a fold down windshield and newer black jeep cj-7 seats. NO rear seat. Front axle is a Dana 30 with drum brakes with a Dana 44 rear. The rear axle has a positrac unit installed (not welded or Lincoln locked), 4.10 gears front and rear. The brakes for being drums work surprisingly well. The engine is an international scout v8 345 with a holley 2 barrel carb mated to a 3 speed manual transmission and a dana 20 twin stick tcase.”

 
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1949 CJ-3A Twisp, WA **SOLD**

November 20, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900.

I don’t see much that’s not stock on this early CJ-3A.

“1949 Willys Jeep. 6 volt system. Currently on East side. Best offer”

 
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1947 CJ-2A Cape Coral, Fl $1900

November 20, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  This one is still for sale. It’s a steal, unless the owner is leaving something critical out. It’s been for sale for 6 months.

One look at the parts list and you’ll see a lot of similarities to my build.  While the ‘needs TLC’ always raises an eyebrow, if the updated parts were installed well and the body is in good condition, then I think this price is rocking.

” A perfect off-roader!!! ,Buick v-6, Turbo 350 Automatic, Detroit locker rear, Trac lock front, 538 gears, 44 rear, 30 front, Steal body, Tow hooks front & rear, Street legal, but would need TLC before you would street drive, But a perfect off-roader, she will take you anywhere up, down, over or across To many toys, need to sell. Serious inquirys only please Call Dave 239 896 5795″

http://fortmyers.en.craigslist.org/cto/902767124.html

 
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Reader Builds — More on Paul’s 1944 MB

November 19, 2008 • CATEGORIES: Builds, Features This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Paul has supplied us with some additional pics and an explanation of the mounting system.  You can view the full article about Paul’s jeep here.

“The first pic with the hood open shows the two Dzus (brand name) (learn how to pronounce Dzus) fasteners which help hold the hood down when inserted into the brackets shown in the 2nd pic.  The brackets are just above the yellow ignition coil and next to the master cylinder.  I also use another fastener (for a total of 4 to hold the hood) on the back side of the flat fenders.  The last image shows another view of the ½” pipe as it is bolted to the top side of the flat fenders. ”

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1948 CJ-2A Littleton, CO **SOLD**

November 19, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-2A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600.

This appears to be a great price assuming you can at least turn over the engine.  The body parts look pretty good from the pics as well.

“48 cj2a small block chevy 327 no trans or t-case roller. engine does run but hasn’t in 4 years. did run strong when put in storage. must tow away.. 600.00 cash-firm”

 

 
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1950 CJ-3A Racer Lakewood, CO **SOLD**

November 19, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A, Racing • TAGS: , . This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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UPDATE:  **SOLD** Was $4200

“1950 Willys Jeep. Competition ice racer. VERY FAST!! Fun street cruiser and show winner too. Must see to appreciate! Chevy 350 V8, TH350 auto trans. Spicer 20 t-case. D30 front with disk brakes. D44 rear, locked. Steel body, fiberglass, one piece, liftoff front end. Nothing but the best!

 
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Steel Side Guards for flatties Spokane, Wa $35

November 19, 2008 • CATEGORIES: Body Parts This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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I don’t know whether these are made anymore (anyone know)?  What I do know is that this is the first set I’ve seen for sale in two years of watching craigslist.  In addition, I haven’t seen a design quite like that. Normally, the steel is taller and goes up farther on the body.

“Here is a pair of vintage side rocker panel guards for a flatfender Jeep. They are steel and have some pittting from age but are straight! Hide that nasty rust with these vintage goodies! (((Please call instead of emailing for faster response))) $35 or part of a trade for a set of 15×10 or 15×8.5 American Racing Vector wheels…Think Dukes of Hazzard….. 953-7151 Matt”

http://spokane.craigslist.org/pts/924817589.html

 
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1946(?) CJ-3B San Diego, Ca $2500

November 18, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3B This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Someone’s got the wrong year on this CJ-3B.  Maybe it is really 1964?  It’s either got a fiberglass body or some work has been done on the steps.

“Up for sale is this rare and collectable willys jeep with 4 cylinder 3 speed transmission 4 wheel drive . She runs great and is ready for a new home and off road adventures and fun !! $2500 CASH in person call Damian at 619-415-4403”

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/cto/922059714.html

 
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1952 CJ-3A Pittsburgh, Pa $3000

November 18, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This looks to be in reasonable condition.

“WILLYS JEEP 1952 CJ ALL ORG. ORG 4CYL FLAT HEAD MOTOR, ALL ORG COMPONETS UNDER HOOD, RUNS GREAT, TRANNY GOOD, BRAKES GOOD,33000 ORG MILES,THIS JEEP WOULD BE GOOD TO RESTORE OR USE ON A FARM OR IN THE WOODS, 3 LOW GEARS AND 3 HIGH GEARS, CAN EMAIL MORE PICS, CAN DELIVER FOR FEE. $3000. CALL 724-548-2689”

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/921508359.html

 
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1950 CJ-3A Sarasota, Fl eBay

November 18, 2008 • CATEGORIES: CJ-3A This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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This is a beautiful CJ-3A.

“This vehicle was purchased new by a California doctor who kept it on his ranch most of it’s life. I bought it in 2003. I believe the +/-56,000 is probably accurate.The only thing that is off of original is the seat belts and roll bar which I added. It has been repainted but is original color. The seats have been rebuilt and the top was replaced. Recently(early this year) I installed all new brake drums, shoes and cylinders, also new (less than 50 miles) Michelin tires.”

View all the pics on eBay

 
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My Build — Playing With the Roll Cage Design

November 17, 2008 • CATEGORIES: Biscuit This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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I thought I’d reassemble my mockup roll cage to see how everything is coming together.  After making a few small changes, I’ve decided the front hoop will need to go up about an 1″ or so and the back hoop will need to drop about 2″, which should provide a more balanced look to the cage and allow a top to fit more easily.

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Attaching The Front of the Roll Cage

November 17, 2008 • CATEGORIES: Biscuit This site contains affiliate links for which I may be compensated.
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Last week, Siva asked about my strategy for attaching the roll cage to the front area of the jeep. So, I put my mockup cage back into the jeep to demonstrate this.  The two pics below show the PVC tube landing squarely on the 1/4″ thick plate of steel.  There will be four bolts that go through the plate connected to the cage to a plate underneath the body connected to the frame (see drawing at the bottom).  This sandwiches the body between the roll cage plate and the frame plate, keeping everything together.  There will also be one or two triangle plates from the tube to the plate (as demonstrated by the piece show in the pic).  This will help provide some additional lateral strength.

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