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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
The tan body is a CJ-2A, but the frame it’s on is either a very late CJ-2A chassis or a CJ-3A chassis or later.
“1949 Willys Jeep CJ2A and CJ3A. Engine turns over but not getting gas. The CJ3A is in parts but most of it is there. Missing one set of seats. This is being sold as a package deal. A great project vintage jeep.”
This April 21, 1943, ad in the Victoria Advocate, out of Victoria, Texas, might just be the first organized ‘jeep club’. Though, to be fair, this was organized to buy a jeep for the military rather than to organized a group of jeep owners.
This Willys Audio-Visual Unit brochure is undated and lacks a form number. I’d guess this was published circa 1956.
This short article appeared in the June 24, 1946, issue of the Daily Times out of New Philadelphia, Ohio. I assume that the 30,000 production number relates to CJ-2As. Interestingly, 35% of jeeps were for ‘agricultural’ uses while 43% were heading to ‘industry’. The remaining 22% fell under the ‘miscellaneous’ category.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $60k.
This has been available for at least a few months. I wonder how many of these M-38A1s are left with a rifle?
“M38A1 With Mounted M40 106mm Recoilless Rife The M38A1 was the first vehicle to feature the round fender design that would later become the distinguishing body style of the CJ-5 (part of the Universal CJ series). Produced first in 1952, following the retirement of the M38 model, the M38-A1 was re-designed as an “stand-alone” improvement, featuring round front fenders, a contoured hood, a two-piece windshield, top mounted windshield wipers, and powered by the new “Hurricane” F-Head engine and Warner T90 transmission.
CJ-5s:
There could be some value here.
https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/pts/d/meyersville-jeep-1948-willys-cj2-lefty/7146439741.html
“1948 Willys CJ 2 A lefty. Should run with new radiator. No title.”
It runs.
https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/pts/d/meyersville-1958-cj-willys/7146420767.html
“Running 1958 Willys CJ6. Restorations started. Comes with several boxes new parts. No title”
No pics provided.
https://kalispell.craigslist.org/pts/d/fortine-1942-mb1a-willys-jeep/7147829910.html
“A farmer purchased it from the Fort Irwin Army Logistics Base just outside Barstow California in 1966. We got it from him in 1996. It has been under a roof ever since.
The farmer put a Willys F head engine in it along with larger drum brakes. The hood was cut for the carburetor. Carburetor has been replaced so hood will clear when corrected. He also swapped out the windshield to a latter / taller version. An electric Ramsey winch was also installed by the farmer.
Very little rust in easy to get at area. Runs and drives nicely.
It is still available if you see this add. I won’t negotiate without you seeing it.
No, I don’t need help with selling it. Please email with your questions via c-list.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(06/02/2020) This MB looks like it was fully refurbed, but lacks aspects that would make it “museum quality”.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/545938412770370/
“1945 Willy’s Jeep MB, Off Frame full restroration, vehicle numbers traced back to WW II, comes with Orignal Motor which still runs, motor in Jeep is late model 1948 runs perfect, have all rec for restoration, paint alone was 14,000, Serious inquires only, oregon Title with SP plates which are permanent, PM me with your number and I will call you to answer any questions…………The Jeep is Museum quality.”
UPDATE: Still Available. The CJ-2A tub sold.26
(11/15/2019) Seems like a reasonable price.
https://butte.craigslist.org/pts/d/basin-jeep-mb-and-m38-tubs/7146565584.html
“new omix ada jeep tubs. $1700 each. also have fenders and hoods and grills. no texts or email.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $150.
(02/20/2020) Looks in good shape.
https://denver.craigslist.org/grd/d/englewood-front-bumper-weight/7129993009.html
“Front bumper counter weight for Willys Agri-Jeep or early CJ farm jeep. Used with lift for impliments. Weighs approx. 285 lbs.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $350.
Listed as a 1947, the oil filter holder is a CJ-3A or later, so this may be a later engine.
“1947 Cj2A motor, frozen from moisture getting it is, I have been soaking the cylinders in penetrating oil. Still has oil in the block. Doesn’t include the starter or generator.”
It’s a project.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1120958288274744/
“Needs restored. Has been stored indoors for 30 years. All original parts. Clear title. Make offer”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1900.
Jim spotted this one.It includes a rear PTO. It runs. Probably has a replacement tub.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2064986963635296/
“1947 willeys jeep for parts. Engine runs. Rebuilt carb, fuel pump. Tune up. Solid ww2 radiator. Rear has agricutural apparatus. Solid frame. Best offer”
The threes article and photos appeared over a series of years. Each shows a different model of the Zamboni Ice Resurfacer. You can learn more about the jeep-chassis models in this post.
MODEL E CJ-3B Version: Based on the ice-delivery-chain-system design on the front, I’d say this is a CJ-3B version of Model E. You can learn more about the CJ-3B versions here.
December 09, 1956, Boston Sunday Globe.
MODEL E CJ-5 Version: This model was the last one to include the jeep body, in this case a CJ-5 body.
March 09, 1955, The Gazette out of Montreal, Canada.
MODEL F: This photo and caption shows a good example of the final jeep-related Zamoni Ice Resurfacer.
December 06, 1957, The Record-Argus out of Greenville, Pennsylvania.
If still around, this M-38A1 Fire Jeep from Delaware with its unique rollbar structure shouldn’t be too hard to recognize.
View all the information on eBay
“Up for sale is one 35mm color slide of a fire apparatus. Unknown department in Delaware. Dated April, 1976. MVFD is on the Jeep. This is from the collection of the late Richard M. Adelman of Memphis, TN. Original photographer unknown.”
This isn’t jeep-related, but can you imagine towing this behind a jeep? Ann spotted this Atomic-themed camper from Alaska. It even has a ‘ray gun’.
Go here for pictures: https://www.motor1.com/news/276837/atomic-camper-crazy-cool-spaceship/
And go here for information on who built it and what he hopes to build next: https://www.motor1.com/news/276837/atomic-camper-crazy-cool-spaceship/
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9800.
This rebuilt CJ-2A is ready for some fun.
“Ok old blues is for sale!!! $9800 1947 Willys CJ2a
134L head all original rebuilt carb
2k miles on Rebuilt transmission
2k miles on rebuilt transfer case
2k miles on rebuilt front end all new bearing and gears
2k miles on rebuilt rear axle new bearing and gears.
Rebuilt drive shafts
Rebuilt steering box and steering
4wheel disc brake upgrades new!!
New custom seat covers
12volt upgrade
Newer wiring
Custom paint back in the 90s
Over all this is a very clean original Willy’s.
Newer tires new spare
Wheel spacers
New custom rocker guards”
I can’t tell for certain, but the front floors might be fiberglassed. Includes a PTO winch.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/303074290876985/
“Older restoration with only 500 miles. Has a Koenig winch. Very solid. Runs and drives great. Will not respond to FB messages must call or text number listed”
Either there are protective plates or patches along each side of the body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/304955293878175/
“1951 CJ3A – mostly original, runs, drives perfect, stops well. 6v, new stock wiring harness, great tread, engine purs perfectly. Steel body with Willy’s script hood and tailgate. Absolutely no bondo currently driven on road”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $11,000.
(06/10/2020) Has some modifications.
“Ground up restoration”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $3000.
(05/072020) Unusual canopy setup.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/327792088204837/
“motor turns freely, needs restoration, new tires, PTO winch, plow , good glass, spot light, safari top, have repair metal for inside fenders, frame great, good suspension, few spare parts. Message me with questions”
Needs floors.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/593067331353794/
“1946 Willys. PA title in my name New wire harness. Lights work V6 Buick 225 odd fire. Stainless headers Pertronix distributor Rebuilt 4 barrel carb New battery 33 inch Buckshots Dana44/27 with 5.38 gears 11 inch drums Rebuilt brake system with new master cylinder WARN Overdrive Saginaw 4 speed Saginaw steering box Chevy tilt steering Drives like a 74 year old Willys Body Rough!!!!! Needs Floors!!! Mechanically Sound”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $10,000.
(04/16/2019) Has a patched passenger floor. Has a shutoff switch at the battery.
“(text from 12/2019 ad) … 1951 CJ3A bought 4 years ago and had it completely gone through mechanically, new shocks, bushings, tires, frame cleaned up and painted. I left everything else original as I bought it. Fires up every time, drives straight as an arrow and can get up to 60mph. There are just a few minor things that need tending to that I’ll be working on: needs fuel pump gasket, exhaust tip needs to be tacked back in place, and pops out of second gear. Has really been a great Jeep but our family is growing and it’s time. Let me know if you have any questions or need anymore pics.”
