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These are the final scans from Brian Chucha’s catalog (see the earlier scans here). I’ll eventually combine these altogether.
Thanks to Maury, I’ve recently purchased a Con-Ferr catalog from the early 1970s which ought to have a whole lot of interesting content, too. I should have some scans of that in early August.
This seller has five of these early CJ-2A brochures for $10.99. That’s a real good price.
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“This lot offers the early Universal Jeep dealer’s brochure/foldout as shown. It measures 8 1/2 x 10 1/2 inches. It measures 34 inches long when opened. This brochure includes 14 pictures of the Jeep doing heavy-duty farm work. The condition is excellent.”
This brochure that Maury spotted highlights both the model “S” and the model “V”. The seller is accepting offers.
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Looks like the engine was neatly installed.
https://up.craigslist.org/cto/d/grand-marais-1950-willys-cj3a-jeep-289/6940955288.html
“Ford 289 CID V8, four speed manual transmission, 4WD, power steering, front disc brakes, seat belts, new seats. Solid frame. Body in fair condition. The engine runs strong and has good oil pressure.
Rebuilt front axle with all new bearings, seals, and rebuilt locking hubs. Complete rebuild of rear axle with new locking center section, bearings and seals. New front brakes with new rotors, calipers, wheel bearings and disc pads. New rear brakes, lines and wheel cylinders. New master cylinder. New oil pan and pickup tube/screen, gaskets and seals. Distributor replaced. Just tuned-up including new MSD plug wires. Several coats of bed-liner inside body tub. New alternator.
It needs new seals in the transfer case, the shifter adjusted or replaced (sometimes shifter sticks), and the tires are old.
As-is, no warranty. Due to the age of the tires, it will need to be trailered home if you are going more than one mile. No trades.”
An unusual paint color choice (unless the jeep is meant to be camouflaged within camo wearing models), but the jeep itself appears solid.
https://greenbay.craigslist.org/cto/d/luxemburg-1948-willys-cj2a-jeep/6940040260.html
“Runs / Drives / Stops
Has optional rare OVERDRIVE!
4wd and Hilo work
Lockout hubs
Rebuilt transmission
New clutch
HEI distributor(no worrying about points burning up)
New NDT tires
Carb rebuild
Newer battery
New paint job
New seat cushions
Has the matching spare rim and tire
New fuel tank
Good oil pressure
Original oil bath air cleaner
Tool box is solid
Horn works
Wipers work
No death wobble”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5750.
(06/19/2019) Appears worth a look. It does have a rear PTO, though a gearbox is not mounted on the rear.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/cto/d/andover-47-cj2a-willys-jeep/6940235374.html
“For Sale – For your enjoyment, good running, titled, collector licensed, rebuilt CJ2A. Has original 4 cylinder Go Devil engine still in it. Not sure on odometer as speedo was not working when we got it. Have spent countless hours rebuilding brakes, transmission, transfer case, body, etc. Spent over $1000 for parts. Have purposely left paint in original Luzon Red patina. Have lots of pictures and a list of what parts were replaced.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.
This is a pretty cool racer, especially if you like Pepsi or collect Pepsi collectibles.
“$10,000 or open for trades. Corvette, Mazda RX7, Willys Jeep.
This is not your grandma’s VW.
Vintage 1980’s Chenowth Magnum racing buggy with rich history. It was officially sponsored by Pepsi. Norris Racing campaigned it in the 1980s-90s NCPS/SODA short course stadium series predecessor to TORC/MWSCL. Then the buggy was bought by Alvarez Racing and lived in Mexico for NORRA desert racing. I bought and shipped it back from Mexico.
Has a US Forestry approved spark arrestor, so you can legally drive at Silver Lake.
Included:
-Titled as 1976 VW Beetle
-Open trailer
-Vintage photographs
-NORRA racing trophies
-Sand paddle wheel set
-Beadlock rear wheel set
Buggy specs:
-Class 12
-Newly rebuilt VW 1776cc high compression engine
-Runs on race or aviation fuel
-VW bus 002 tranny
-Saco steering rack
-King Kong stub axles
-Als header
-Supertrapp S/C stainless steel muffler
-Parker pumper (helmet air system)
-Cutting brake for “skid steer” capability
-4 wheel disc brakes
-Power steering”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
It welds and rolls on a trailer. Has a CJ-2A engine.
“welder runs good and welds good, has 110 volt outlet to run a hand grinder,with long welding leads on mobile home axle for easy transport”
Not sure how much value is here.
https://appleton.craigslist.org/pts/d/green-lake-cj3a-willys/6942244430.html
“Willys CJ3A, parts only, no title. Transmission is free as well as the transfer case. Frame looks good, tub is junk, engine is froze. $500 or best offer.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2300.
(07/23/2019) Jeremiah shared this one. Looks like there’s value here.
https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/csw/pts/d/darwin-1947-cj2a-willys-jeep/6939250602.html
“1947 CJ2A
Runs great
Body isn’t in very good shape
Unique metal top
Straight and solid frame”
UPDATE: **SOLD** More pics. The mower can include the PTO equipment (or available separately).
This K&K Mower still has it’s data tag and is in good shape. You can learn more about these mowers here: http://www.ewillys.com/2019/05/17/the-k-and-k-mower-patent/#comments
This article comes from the 1963 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine. Perhaps more interesting to me than the table, which is utilized for sleeping or as a table is the top. The top was modified to accommodate the table, but I’ve not seen a top that also had the rhombus-shaped rear windows. I believe the bumpers may be from Con-Ferr (or were later sold by Con-Ferr).
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $16,500.
Looks good.
“This is definitely one of the nicest restored willys Jeeps you will find. It’s been completely gone through from top to bottom. All new everything and runs like a clock!! It has less than 500 miles on restoration. It comes with a original equipment towbar and a felt car cover.Needs nothing but a home. Priced right at $16,500, serious inquiries only please.”
Has a V-6. Looks solid.
https://maine.craigslist.org/atq/d/norway-1946-jeep/6940390666.html
“1946 willys jeep v-6 Buick motor everything works , (lights, horn, brakes…)runs strong, can go any where”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $700.
This looks like a good price.
“NEW pistons, rings, valves, seats, bearings, dam, timing gears, previous owner passed, engine has not been started since rebuilding and has not been in vehicle since rebuild includes bell housing flywheel clutch”
This has a different look.
https://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/d/powhatan-1956-jeep-willys-w/6939625603.html
“• 1964 Chevrolet 5.0 liter truck 6 cylinder
• Factory optional overdrive 3-speed transmission
[ Overhauled in 2018 – 12 FWD – 3 Reverse ]
• 4-Wheel Drive with new lockout hubs
• Mopar P/S with tilt wheel
• Aluminum custom radiator and fan
• Electric windshield wipers
• Hei ignition system
• 4 BBL carburetor with electric choke
• Roof rack + vintage 9’ surfboard
• New tires
• Complete brake conversion to dual master cylinder
• Very dependable + drivable
• 70 mph cruise”
Engine is locked but seller has an extra one.
https://maine.craigslist.org/pts/d/shapleigh-1960-jeep-willys/6941096701.html
“Was using it as a plow but the engine locked up but I have a engine to put in it just dont want to bother putting in as i have a plow on my 2018 jeep”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2700.
Runs.
“1946 Jeep Willys!!!
This is a 73-year-old Jeep yes it needs work but runs great starts right up and drives great!
This is an amazing Barn find!
Would be a great Project for you!
The engine is in great condition, has 23-25psi on all cylinders!!!
transmission is strong!
If you are looking for a project this would be a great one!
$2,700 is my bottom line will not take any less!
I do not need to sell……
It was a barn find and has no title I will give you a bill of sale.”
No pics and little description.
https://longisland.craigslist.org/cto/d/baldwin-1948-willes-jeep/6940464510.html
“1948 Willies Jeep
in garage since 1960’s”
Seller wants to sell parts as a lot.
https://westernmass.craigslist.org/pts/d/chester-m38a1-parts-lot/6939024132.html
“I have a parts lot of M38a1 parts which also fit the M170 ambulance. The floor panels are new but a little dirty from sitting. What you see spread out in front of the camera is included. No, not the M416 tub or frame or new tires etc. Just the M38a1 parts. Lots of parts, some new, most old. dash boards, sheet metal parts, distributor, plugs etc. All one lot all one price. Not separating into individual parts. I can ship if you want to do all the arranging (Fastenal) and pay me up front, first. Not shipping other than that, so don’t ask.”
Lots of pics included in the ad; here’s a sample:
This may have some Kelly or Cutlas hubs.
https://baltimore.craigslist.org/pts/d/drumore-cj3b-1958/6929246955.html
“Needs tub, has good running V6 Buick engine. Clutch TO bearing seized on shaft. Also CJ6 frame for parts. Must take both. All for 700$”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
Seller does not want to separate these jeeps.
“Fore Sale: 1953 CJ3A Willys Jeep
4 cylinder 132 engine. New gas tank, lines and fuel pump. Runs out good. Brakes work. Also have 3 other Willys Jeeps CJ2A’s not running that I’m selling with it. 4 total Jeeps. Do Not want to separate. No Spam. No Checks. Cash Only.”
No title and has rust.
https://syracuse.craigslist.org/cto/d/dryden-1947-willys-jeep-cj2a/6941980892.html
“Selling my Jeep CJ2A as I will not be able to restore it myself.
The Jeep is complete, it is a project, has rust in places but it’s
nothing someone with average mechanical skills and some welding
ability can not handle.
The Jeep is not running, I’ve owned it for 3 years and it has not run
while I’ve owned it. Last moved it two years ago and the motor and
transmission were free and turning at that time. Now the transmission
will not go in neutral and because of that the motor won’t turn.
Some rust on the floor boards, tool box bottom pretty much gone,
rot on the frame in front of the driver side rear axle.
Everything under the hood is there (no battery).
No title. Due to the age of the vehicle, a title can be obtained in NY
with the proper DMV documentation.”
Given the half top and the plow, there should be value here.
https://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/d/whippany-1959-willy-jeep/6936415570.html
“1959 Willy’s Jeep. Needs work. Plow is included.”
Looks to be a project.
https://panamacity.craigslist.org/pts/d/fountain-1940s-willys-jeep/6941449772.html
“Selling my 1947 willys jeep original engine PTO fold down window gun mount on dash as is $2000”
