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This ad was for a 1″-scale model jeep that measured 11″ when built. West-Craft also offered 1/2″-scale model jeeps for sale, too. I’ve got a few unbuilt 1940s models, but no West-Craft ones.
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It’s a Navy photo of USMC and USAF men. That’s working together!
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“1951 Press Photo Kaesong, Korea, Col. James Murray leaps from jeep at peace talk. This is an original press photo. Kaesong, Korea — Col. James C. Murray, USMC, hops out of his jeep to join Col. Andrew J. Kenney, USAF, (right) as the U.N. Command Liaison officers arrive at Kaesong recently to discuss resumption of military armistice talks with the Communists.Photo measures 7 x 8.5inches. Photo is dated 10-02-1951.”
The front frame rails have been patched and the grille is from a CJ-2A, so I can’t tell if this is an M-38 or an M-38 body on a CJ-2A chassis.
https://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/cto/d/dade-city-1948-willys-jeep/7030381344.html
“4 Cylinder 134 “Go Devil” motor
12 Volt conversion
Runs like a sewing machine”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $5500.
(08/24/2019) Scott’s got this M-170 for sale.
“1955 JEEP M170 This is a rare bird – rebuilt and in solid shape. As I understand this is a long body M38A1 army jeep and was originally outfitted as troop hauler, radio jeep, or ambulance/medical. May be the early inspiration for the CJ8 Scrambler. Engine rebuilt in 2012. I converted from 24 volt to 12 volt with new starter, alternater, wiring harness, fuse box, head and tail lights, etc. Also has rebuilt carburetor, new fuel pump, lines, fuel filter, steering wheel, horn, new set of tires, rebuilt emergency brake.
Comes with a big winch with remote, tow arms, and a box of random parts (can probably sell on eBay). Seats are new and all have lap belts. Runs, steers, brakes good. Ready for neighborhood drive with kids, grandkids. It does have cracked windshield, but easy to buy kit/replace. Its a rare one and priced to go – so no low ballers please. Clean title.”
It’s former Civil Air Patrol complete with number and logo.
https://tampa.craigslist.org/hdo/bar/d/hernando-military-jeep-m38/7028045692.html
“1951 Military Jeep M38 — I purchased this Jeep from the Civil Air Patrol back in 1983 — Painted blue by the Civil Air Patrol — Army Green is coming thru as the paint is peeling on the inside of the hood — I had it in storage for 36 years — Motor is out for a new clutch — I have purchased the clutch, pressure plate, & throw out bearing — open to a trade on GM SUV or Jeeps — GM pickups — Fishing Boat”
It’s a 3A based on the transmission cross member setup.
https://northernwi.craigslist.org/cto/d/summit-lake-1945-willys-jeep/7027715270.html
“1945 Willys Jeep. Perfect project Jeep. Make a reasonable offer. Serious inquires only.”
Listed as a 1953, the serial number indicates this was manufactured in late 1950. There is some rust in the hat channels and floor.
https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/d/andover-1953-willys-jeep-cj-3a/7029730428.html
“I am selling my used/rebuilt Willys Jeep CJ-3A. I purchased this out of Texas a year or so ago, registered and titled it, but never seem to have the time to use it. Too many projects, not enough time so it’s time to let it go (selling all my CJ items).
This is a very nice rebuilt CJ-3A, which was mechanically gone thru as well as new paint. It is not perfect and the original tub was re-used without any work done to it that I can tell (i.e. dents, holes, etc still there); previous owner liked the proverbial “patina” of it. Starts, runs, drives, and stops; I haven’t used it in over a year, so brought it out of storage.
The body doesn’t ‘t look too bad in the pics. The description is “Hurricane 4 cyl”, but it isn’t a Hurricane engine.
https://orlando.craigslist.org/pts/d/fort-mc-coy-1948-willys-m38/7029127298.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
Has rear PTO and gearbox.
“1948 Willys Jeep/CJ2A Agri/Jeep, 134CI L-Head, 4X4, Original Power Take Off, Low Miles, 3-Speed Manual Trans, New Starter, New Alternator, New Fuel Pump, New Water Pump, New Distributor, New Coil, New Points, New Condenser, New Top, Very Rare Mix Of Civilian and Military Parts From The Factory, Steering All Redone, Original Body Solid Metal, Have Owned This Jeep For 20-years, Clean Title, $4,500 / OBO Open To Valued Cash Offers,”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/18/2019) Only the green CJ-3A has a title.
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/for/d/dillsboro-willies-jeeps-for-sale/7018060299.html
“GREAT WINTER PROJECT,THREE WILLYS JEEPS.1946,1947,1950.ALSO INCLUDED IS A 75 HP HURRICANE JEEP ENGINE.GOOD INDIANA TITLE WITH 1950 GREEN JEEP”
This November 04, 1948, article out of the Saline Observer, discussed a local agriculture demonstration and noted how jeeps were some of the stars of the show.
This ad for a Kohler power plants includes a Sedwick County, Wichita, Kansas, Fire Department Rescue Wagon with matching boat and trailer.
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10.
Here’s a great price on Fred Coldwell’s Preproduction Civilian Jeeps book.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3600.
Unclear if it runs or not.
“Which in box soft top included  New non-directional tires Tobar lockout hubs New fuel tank and fuel lines”
There’s a tag suggesting this was a reconditioned jeep at some point. It’s likely a mix of GPW and MB parts, along with some civilian/other parts (such as the rims, seats, bumper).
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/569207050512329/
“Beautiful restored. Runs perfect, 5527 original miles. Engine was overhauled at 4121 miles. New exhaust, new military rims with new 6 ply Firestone tires. New 12 volt starter, new canvas top, custom roll bar, new mirrors, new radiator, new carburetor, new springs and shocks, transmission is a manual 3-speed, engine is a L-34, 4-cylinder. All new stickers.”
Has some mods.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/796996440751353/
“1946 Willys CJ2a that is not all original. I do not have a top or doors. 350 small block Chevy with 2 barrel Rochester carbureator, Spicer 18 transfer case, T90 3 speed manual transmission, Dana 25 front axle, Dana 41 rear axle, and both axles are open with 5.38 gear ration. Brakes were upgraded some time in the past to the 68 Wagoneer drum system. New fuel tank and sending unit under the driver’s seat.
No power train.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/555594805219047/
“Willies jeep no motor has trans and transfer case and rear ends decent body and good frame there is no title for this jeep NO TITLE”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6000.
(10/05/2019) This may have a dual PTO. Has a rear winch. This might have some type of Carson Craft hardtop, but I’m just not sure.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/446831739371740/
“1948 Willies JEEP. Buick V6. Two way snow plow. PTO winch on rear. Runs”
Not a whole lot of value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplaceitem/737509763378340/
“PICK UP ONLY!!! In onamia mn, front and rear axle, inner axle on front passenger is pulled, transfer case spins freely and shifts good, trans doesn’t shift is rusty inside but still saveable. Make an offer, want parts gone! 3 wheels are jeep wheels one is a model a wheel, will help pull axles and load them trans and t case already pulled and still mounted on cross member. Body is shot with nothing salvageable”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/11/2019) Sounds like a good rebuild. I wish the pics were larger.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1361714310645226/
Not much value left here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2951372041599553/
“No title bill of sale”
Not much value here.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/533301487232848/
“Year: 1948 Make: Jeep Model: CJ2A Body style: convertible Exterior color: Brown Interior color: Brown Fuel type: Gasoline Vehicle condition: Fair Mileage: 30000 48”CJ2A no title no motor no trans or transfer case”
UPDATE: Still Available.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/d/blythe-1942-willy-mb-custom/7011028994.html
(1/04/2019) “3 liter v6 350 transmission dana 44 front AMC 20 rear 4.88 gears disc brakes all around power steering teralow kit in the transfer case. Adapter leaks but I have a new one. 4 link rear leaf spring in rear. Ox selectable locker rear. Solid front axle.”
These two ads were published in the same newspaper a year apart. The 1947 ad highlights the versatility of the farm vehicle and, as an added bonus, its versatility cuts costs. The 1948 ad emphasizes the cost savings, because the jeep is versatile. It’s basically the same message, but with different emphases.
This April 4, 1947, ad from A.B. Clothier & Son in the Oxford Leader highlighted the farm versatility of the Universal Jeep.
This ad appeared in the January 1956 issue of Practical Builder, page 282. It’s a pretty niche specific ad.
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