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Jim spotted this one. It runs and drives.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/289031122063328/
“CJ-2A Willy. It Runs & Drives, No Title, has registration.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
Frank’s selling this Tornado engine.
“This is a 230 taken from a 1964 Wagon to swap in a Chevy. it is clean and complete. Been stored inside since,I was told that it did smoke if let to idle for a period. (Valve seals?)
Has starter,generator and oil bath air cleaner.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(01/21/2020) Looks solid, but the body may have had some work.
https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/d/lower-waterford-1946-willys-jeep-cj-2a/7082227975.html or
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/239402520400980/
“1946 Willys Jeep CJ-2A Military replica, 4WD, “Go-Devil” L134 4-Cylinder, Original 1-Barrel Carburetor, 60hp. Not registered but drive-able in parades, have entered car shows with it,etc. New water pump, rebuilt radiator and shroud, starter, and generator,new 6-Volt battery, new tires. Canvas top, rebuilt bell crank and steering arm.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1250.
(01/03/2020) Looks like there’s value here.
“1948 willys jeep Cj 2A Buick v6 ran before I parked it 15 years ago. Needs help but cool old jeep. I have drivers seats too. Floor pan is rusted but could be a great project. Thanks for looking.”
Looks like this one has a Worman Jee-Cab.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/WillysSwapMeet/permalink/2572513319688598/
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
Has an f-head. Appears to have potential.
“I have what is titled as a 1947 Ford GPW. This Jeep has sat for the last 10 years. It was reported as having the transmission quit, the motor turns but the carb needs rebuilt/ replaced. This is a Las Vegas Jeep and has only minor rust. I started to tear down this project but life has gotten in the way. I was going to restore this back to it’s former glory! I have many of the needed parts to get this back on the road.”
Regarding the back page article, it’s a bit hard for me to believe that the motorhome the Murray’s built on a truck chassis (with an inline 6?) was capable of sustained cruising of 70 MPH, especially given that modern interstates had yet to be built (the Federal Aid Highway Act of 1956––aka Interstate Highway construction bill––hadn’t yet been passed when this issue of Willys News was published).
This ad was featured in the Dillon Daily Tribune on May 06,1947.
Needs some additional work.
https://treasure.craigslist.org/bar/d/port-saint-lucie-1962-jeep-willys-wagon/7069819132.html
“1962 Willys Wagon
440/727auto
Sitting on S10 frame with disc brakes, rack and pinion, all the hard work is done, runs and drives needs some finishing.
Very cool body style
Worth 4 times what I’m asking when finished the right way.
Many new parts.
Come take a look.”
WAGONS:
TRUCKS:
Has an odd hook or something in the middle-bottom of the grille.
https://lakeland.craigslist.org/for/d/indian-lake-estates-willys-jeep/7072019572.html
“willy’s jeep world war 11 1945 MB good working order clean title 24,000 miles. Lots of spare parts five 5 gallon buckets full of spare parts, willy’s motor that needs to be gone thru, a front 4 wheel drive and springs,drive shafts linkage, transmissions, Canvas for top and sides and much much more.”
This might have a ding, but otherwise is a great price. I’m just not sure what it fits. Seller won’t ship.
https://lancaster.craigslist.org/pts/d/elizabethtown-willys-bumper/7081650728.html
“Willys Bumper (probably late 40’s or Early 50’s), Good shape,not pitted. $30.00 OBO! Cash Only! … LOCAL PICKUP ONLY!!”
Someone has added an M-38 gauge panel to the dash.
https://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/for/d/port-richey-willys-cj2/7058791190.html
“1948 Willy’s CJ2 has a good body and frame. The engine is out but a has a 134 L rebuilt engine, ready to install. I live in Port Richey, Florida and vehicle is at my residents. I have a clear New Hampshire title for this vehical. Must see to appreciate. Asking $6900 OBO. I will only take CALLS, no text or email. …. Can be sold without rebuilt motor for $5500.”
It’s a “lefty” with some Allstate/Husky hubs.
https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/atq/d/canton-1948-willys-cj-2a/7080656506.html
“This is a 1948 cj-2a with a little later model motor. It doesnt work but would probably be a good project car. Cash only.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $650.
(09/22/2019) Not sure how much value is here. Has a Buick V-6 engine.
https://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/ctd/d/spring-hill-1947-willys-for-parts/7068126558.html
“11947 WILLYS FOR PARTS.FRONT END PARTS IN CAB.HAS A V-6 ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION.FRONT TIRES ARE IN THE BACK”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(08/09/2018) Those are some large tires for that stock running gear.
https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/bar/d/safety-harbor-1947-willys-jeep-offroad/7065623474.html
“1947 cj2 willys.lots of work on the tub and frame.flat head 4 cylinder overhauled.t90 manual trans.overhauled.dana 18 transfercase gone thru.has leaf over conversion.heavier shackles installed.custom built power steering .alum.radiator installed.led lighting.up graded starter,bell housing and flywheel.custom built clutch.much heavier clutch pressure.changed to manual locking hubs.has stock 5:38 running gears.has a full rollcage.built deeper oil pan for engine.sits on 35 inch boggers.has brand new carburator.used for offroad only.i have no title.tub does have the vin. plate in place .i purchased 3 jeeps in a package deal for parts.built this sold most of every thing else. i do have some spare parts i thought i might need.i do not really want to part with this jeep .but have a much bigger jeep i am building.”
UPDATE: Ad deleted. This same jeep was spotted on the Baltimore Craigslist, so proceed with caution.
Seems like a “too good of price deal” …
“1947 Jeep Willys ! This Jeep was fully restored about 8 years ago and has only been driven 6 miles since”
A reader (and my pea-sized brain can’t remember who) noticed that the front of the Overground Railroad, a book by Candace Taylor, had a Jeep Wagon on its cover. It looks to be a 1950-1951 wagon to me.
I haven’t read the book just yet, but look forward to it. The book is about 300 pages, but has at least 100 pages of photos. The reviews for it have been very good. Here’s a review from a Route 66 website.
Looks in better shape than many I’ve seen.
https://southbend.craigslist.org/clt/d/nappanee-1950s-oglesby-red-cast/7083343894.html
“1950’s Oglesby Red Cast Aluminum Willy’s Jeep.
Made in Peru, IN.
All original paint and tires.
Condition is used but very nice.
Jeep measure approximately 10.5 ” in length.
Also includes Oglesby Red cast aluminum Trailer.
Very rare to find these together.
Trailer measures 8.5″ in length.
Overall both pieces in very nice condition.”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $4500.
This has full floaters in the rear.
“1949 Jeep Willys for sale!!! This Jeep is the bombdiggidy!!! Perfect for hunting or putting around town. It runs! I have a clean title! Asking $4500 or best offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
Might be worth a look.
“Finish this restoration. 1948 Willys Jeep CJ. Due to illness, cannot finish. Good body with primer coat, new gas tank, new seats, rebuilt starter, 12volt alternator. With a little TLC, this jeep will be ready to roll.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,900.
This M-38A1 looks in good shape.
“Lots of work done, good driver/parade truck. This is my client’s Jeep and I’ve done 99.9% of the work to it since he acquired it. He is moving in a different direction in the hobby and is putting the Jeep up for sale and since I’ve done all the work for the last 4+ years, I’m helping him sell it.
Details: Currently registered and tagged in Georgia, current owner has the title from the prior owner in Florida (Georgia will not title anything built prior to 1963). Located in Winder, Ga. Vehicle has recently been serviced with new oil and filter, all fluids checked, all zerks greased, etc. All systems on vehicle function as they should: Engine, drivetrain, 4wd, gauges, lights, parking brake, etc.
Condition: Vehicle is in very good driver or parade duty condition. Sheetmetal is above average, but not perfect. Both front fenders were wrinkled at some point and straightened. They are acceptable in their current condition but a new owner looking for show quality perfection will probably want to replace them. Tub corners, rockers, cowl and rear panel are excellent. Vehicle had a replacement floor pan installed at some point and the job was done competently. Rear panel is straight and has never had a tailgate cut in. Windshield is correct M-series Jeep (it’s an M170 ambulance Jeep model, but it’s identical to M38A1 other than two small brackets on top for stretchers) and has new glass and weatherstripping. Vehicle retains all of its original 24V system (25A generator, external regulator, blackout lights, etc.). Most of the wiring is new and retains the original Douglas connectors. The paint is older and a few spots have been touched up but overall it’s a clean and presentable vehicle. Vehicles runs very well, will maintain 50mph, transmission doesn’t pop out of 2nd gear like so many T90s, transfer works like it should, etc. Carburetor is the correct Carter YS950, etc.
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UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $2000.
Does not run.
“1949 Willys Jeep from Wyoming with clean title. Some usual rust but is solid. Does not run. In need of restoration. $2000 obo”
No pics of this 1948 CJ-2A. It’s part of an estate sale (looks like there are some cool things there)!
https://kpr.craigslist.org/com/d/pasco-pickers-paradise-huge-farm-sale/7082488147.html
“Pickers Paradise, Huge Farm Sale
7118 East Peone Road Spokane WA 99021
Moving! All must GO!
Farmhouse, 2 barns an outbuilding and garden shed filled with items.
1948 Stock Willys Jeep, Boat w/Trailer, Truck, Western Wear, Western and Native American Art, Branding Irons, Books, Old Clothing, Trunks, Spinning Wheels, Church Pews, Furniture, Pump Organ, Old Marbles, Wool Blankets, Coffee Grinders, OldTools, Old Crocks and Butter Churns. Much, Much More.
Sale starts Thursday February 27th at 8:00AM and will be opened every Thursday, Friday and Saturday until Saturday March 28th. Early Entrances Will Not Be Allowed!
Sale opened from 8:00AM – 4:00PM”
Not quite all original, but close.
https://knoxville.craigslist.org/cto/d/newport-47-willys-jeep/7080405471.html
“All original runs and drives 47 Willy’s Jeep. Has pto switch military Jeep new seats. Must sale. Firm on 5 you won’t ever find another one. Have title”
