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Drain holes have been covered/removed.
https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/d/center-barnstead-1953-willys/7337924083.html
“This 1953 willys jeep is in good condition also comes with hood working plow jeep was restored 10years ago and is stored in a barn when not used it’s not driven in wi nter salty roads it’s been a toy for the family for years anyone interested in this American made 4×4 call John”
It’s hard to see how much floor rust is here.
https://hartford.craigslist.org/pts/d/new-britain-1950s-m38-jeep/7334523808.html
“Hi I have a 1950s Jeep M38. It needs to be fully restore, body needs work some rust as seen on the pictures. I don’t have the time to fix it. Serious seller, please don’t waste my time with stupid ?”
The rims make this worth a look.
https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/tro/d/jefferson-valley-willys-bantam-t3-jeep/7332277472.html
“This is a 1946 BantamT3-C trailer sold through Willys Jeep dealerships.
The good; Original combat rims. They have been media blasted and powder coated.
Original VIN tag with proper Bantam ownership in my name.
The bad;
It is in very rough shape. It looks like someone moved it with a bulldozer.
This trailer needs a trailer to pick it up. IT IS NOT towable.
Best offers considered, but only in person.
Phone calls only, and not after 8pm. Mention this ad and I’ll return your call.
Text and emails will be ignored.”
This lacks a powertrain.
https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/pts/d/brewster-1948-willys-cj-2a/7337934661.html
“This CJ-2a has a clean NYS transferable registration in my name
For sale is a 1948 CJ-2a. The frame is absolutely solid, you can take a hammer to any section
The body is somewhat rough on the outside but nothing huge. Small patches here and there
The inside cargo area is solid. Someone added 1/8″ plate to the wheel wells and floor
The front might need floor pans but they could be saved
The rear end is a CENTER dana 44 from a 1973 CJ-5, rare and desirable. Will also come with a torn down dana 30 from same Jeep
There is current no engine or transmission. The engine mounts were cut off and it was going to get a chevy 350 installed but plans have changed
Comes with 5 white wagon wheels 5×5.5 pattern”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/18/2019) It has an unusual bikini top.
https://nh.craigslist.org/pts/d/warner-1948-jeep-willys-cj2a/7336236929.html
“1948 jeep willys cj2a for sale. “Go devil” 4 cylinder t90 3 speed trans and d18 twin stick transfer case. Runs and drives. 90% original and restored. 12 volt conversion. $7600 or possible trade for wrangler with solid frame and fuel injection.”
Maybe someone can use this.
https://westernmass.craigslist.org/pts/d/westfield-1946-willys-cj/7337304959.html
“1946 Willys CJ for sale. Body is from a 2A but the windshield is off of a 3A. Body is currently separated from the frame. Frame is in good shape. Body could use some TLC.
Also have F+R Dana 44 off of a late 70’s CJ with disc brakes up front. Will sell them separately or as a package
Jeep – $800
Axles – $300
Pair – $1,000”
This jeep is listed at $18,500, but I prefer to think that is either a 1) mistake or 2) random price. It’s listed as a 1947 CJ-2A, but lacking top bow brackets and sporting a 3A windshield, could be a CJ-3A.
https://houston.craigslist.org/for/d/houston-jeep-willys-cj/7337417437.html
“1947 Jeep Willys, CJ 2A, CJ2
NOT RUNNING
motor has been pulled to rebuild and comes with the Jeep (in back). I’m moving and need to let it go.
little rust, as this Jeep spent most of its years in West Texas
Has not run in 10+ years. Motor pulled last summer. All parts come with Jeep.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/30/2021) The back of this is a bit rough.
https://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/ctd/d/hurst-1952-jeep-willys-overland-cj-3a/7336026754.html
“RARE 1952 Willys Overland CJ-3A (Truck?)
Was $7,900.00 NOW $4,900.00 O.B.O.! Serious inquiries only!!
Selling for a Friend whose has owned it since 2007.
New Tires
New Fuel Tank
New Radiator
Seems to have both good and bad things going for it. Please look at all of the pictures. I have more information if needed.”
Hey, it runs! So much to look at here …
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/991011251697589
“42 Willys, many mods to the body, very cool rig, runs like a top, needs brake work and some love.”
On November 18, 1951, the Times (Shreveport, LA) welcomed the new Hy-Rail Jeep Wagon to the Kansas City Souther-Louisiana and Arkansas railroad. The article provides quite a few details on the vehicle and how it operates.
As this September 26, 1952, article in the Courier Journal (Louisville, KY) points out, by the autumn of 1952 there were 35 Hy-Rail jeeps operating on 21 railroads throughout the US.
UPDATE: In late September and early October of 1952, the press photo at bottom, along with the caption seen in the newspaper clipping below, appeared in newspapers across the country. However, I could not locate any associated story. There’s no mention of it being a Hy-Rail.
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Originally Posted November 30, 2017: Given the article above, the date of the photo below was either misread as 1953 or was a reprinted photo for 1953. The original photo was taken at least by September of 1952.
“1953 Press Photo L&N Railroad Vintage Jeep Rail & Road Vehicle. You are bidding on an original press photo of L&N Railroad Vintage Jeep Rail & Road Vehicle. Photo measures 8 x 10 inches and is dated 5/4/1953.”
View all the information on eBay
This same photo of a Hy-Rail also appeared in Mechanix Illustrated, February 1953, p.93.
Here’s an article introducing the rail FC Jeep to the Green Bay, Wisconsin, community. This November 17, 1962, article appeared in the Green Bay Press-Gazette.
UPDATE: This was up for auction last year in 2018 and 2019. Starting price dropped to $1600 with the auction scheduled for Friday, June 18th (Today).
I’m surprised to see no bow holders. Looks like the dash plate in a long, single one, and I see no column shift. I’d say this was a mid 1946 or later photo.
https://www.auctionzip.com/auction-lot/lot_0E841DDA64
“Description: Hugo Brehme (German/Mexican, 1882 – 1954). “Willys Jeep”. Super grand mammoth vintage silver gelatin print. c1945. Printed c1945. Photographer credit on verso. Two photographic sheets joined together and mounted. Fair to good condition; some staining and surface scuffs and scratches, most of which can be mitigated or eliminated with conservation. Frame size: 64 x 86 in. (1626 x 2184 mm). Image size: 60 1/2 x 81 1/2 in. (1537 x 2070 mm). A huge photograph, approximaely 5 feet high by 7 feet wide. An advertisement for Willys Jeep in Mexico. The sign next to the Jeep reads New or old you can always rely on your Willys Jeep [Nuevo o viejo ud. siempre puede confiar en su jeep Willys]. PLEASE NOTE this photograph is mounted on board and is very heavy”
Maury pointed me to this Four Wheeler article on a stock CJ-6 with some neat options. One of those options was a “factory-installed AM radio option”. It’s not the cleanest factory install, but does the job. Anyone know whether 1) this was a factory install or a dealer install and 2) what years the optional radio was offered?
This jeep may be worth a look. It’s got a trencher on the back. Only 10,000+ miles on it.
https://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/3564470.html?kwd=willys%20jeep&zip=&category=0
Has a rear PTO gearbox, so there could be value here.
https://lacrosse.craigslist.org/pts/d/la-crescent-47-willys-jeep-project/7337644558.html
“1947 willys jeep cj2a project, not running, I was told this will run will a little work, bring your trailer , clear title $1500 cash calls only, no text, no emails, thanks”
UPDATE: ** SOLD** Was $6500.
“4 cyl overhead valve original engine, runs good, 3 speed manual transmission, 12 Volt generator, had seats reupholstered, needs some body work, 40,800 miles, Jeep is pretty much original, no major upgrades. EMP proof. Previous owner put in plastic fuel tank, Have clear NC title $6500.00 Located in Wilkesboro NC.”
The jeep is mostly disassembled, but there is a pic of the chassis with the drive train and steering wheel. Not sure how much value is here, but there appears to be some. It looks like it has a PTO as well.
https://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/3561068.html?kwd=willys%20jeep&zip=&category=0
This 1948 CJ-2A with a side patch and a 3A windshield was owned by Jasper County, Indiana. It’s up for auction on Saturday, June 19th.
Seems in good shape. You can see what the F-23 looks like in this brochure post: http://www.ewillys.com/2021/05/27/kelly-manufacturings-23-series-tops/
https://stlouis.craigslist.org/pts/d/saint-charles-willys-jeep-top/7334756898.html
“Complete Kelly full steel cab fits Willys CJ3A.
Basically consists of 6 large pieces.
2 lockable doors with frames that attach to the windshield. The door windows roll up.
2 side panels with large windows.
1 solid piece roof.
1 lift gate with large window.
Had very limited usage and only has minor surface rust from setting outside a couple of years.”
This engine looks in good shape and is probably from a CJ-3A or DJ-3A.There’s also supposed to be a jeep chassis and other parts for auction.
https://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/3560096.html?kwd=willys%20jeep&zip=&category=0
“Willys Jeep Chassis, Willys Jeep Motors, Willys Jeep Parts”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $399.
(06/03/2021) No pics provided.
“I bought this FC bed out in western Nebraska with the intent of using it behind a cj10 cab.
That project changed hands and directions several times, and now I have an FC bed with no home for it.
I do consider chopping it to make it a different size for some other Jeep based pickup project.
But if someone needs it for an actual FC, that would be best.
It’s not pristine, so modifying it wouldn’t be a huge sin. But it’s solid enough that a real enthusiast might want or need it. Not many folks can say they’ve ever owned any forward control Jeep parts at all, so maybe you want it for bragging rights or to build a trailer for your flatfender.
I paid 500 several years ago, so I guess we can start there. Just my luck it’ll be worth 3000 and I still let it go for 500…”
Seller is unsure of the model, but given the date provided, I’d say it was a 1953 CJ-3A or CJ-3B. I don’t see pics of the flaps that mount the doors to the body.
https://denver.craigslist.org/pts/d/scottsbluff-willys-jeep-koenig-full/7334072055.html
“willys jeep koenig full metal top cj2a cj 3a cj3b cj5 ???? not sure what model it came off they said they thought it was from a 53 ??? but not sure of that came from a dry eastern wyoming so rust is not a issue has the brass koening tag hard to take good pic of it but doesnt say what model it was …. i have no of the door hinges not 100% what model this is for the doors say early but the front top addition says ? may for a ??? it can stay for a few months but if a tornado high winds hail etc destroy it ITS STILL YOURS NO REFUNDS BY NOT PICKING IT TIMELY MANNER YOU AGREE TO THAT TOP IS LOC NEAR SCOTTSBLUFF NEBRASKA”
UPDATE: Still Available.
Looks solid.
https://madison.craigslist.org/cto/d/lancaster-willys-jeep/7330911802.html
“1946 Willys cj2a with MB grill. 134 ci flathead 4 cyl. New: tires, springs, shocks, steering wheel, steering shaft.
Rebuilt steering box. New seat cushions and covers. New brake master cylinder. New brake lines, much, much more.
Colorado ranch vehicle, no rust. Most everything has been gone through, but not engine because it runs very well. Asking $15,500.”
