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This is an early one (#12146). Been converted to floor shift. Has the early windshield.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/libby-1946-willys-jeep-cj2a/6878332835.html
“Same owner for 35 years. Always been in garage. Clear title. Is all original, with working headlights, turn signals and gauges. Glass is perfect. Three speed on the floor. Roll bar, seat belts. Runs and stops well. Drive train and 4-wheel drive work. Use it as a daily driver, sunny weekends or as a project.”
Fraser shared this link to an online auction out of Texas that includes some jeep parts.
https://hibid.com/catalog/165872/docs-auto-shop-live-auction-online-prebid/?g=all-categories
“Over 700 Lots in the sale. Tons of Military Parts (M35A3 / M715 / Jeep Willys) Boats / Vehicles / Mud Racer / 54 LS5/Dana 60 /Dana 80/ Complete Willys Drivetrain/ T90 Trans/ Dana20 Transfer Case/Turbo 400 Trans/Turbo350 Trans/Onan Generators/ Sun Distributor Tester/New 10 Ton Jacks/Saws/ Cat 3116 Parts/Axles/Filters Ramsey 20 Ton Winches/Industrial Box Fans/AG Equipment/Wheels/Tires Hunter Wheel Balancer/Air Bag Kit/ Torque Converters/ Brake Parts/Engine Components/ Bearings /Starters/Alternators/Clutch Assembly/Trans Jet Fluid Transfer System/ Alternator Testers/Starter Testers/Sun Investigator Gas Diesel Performance Analyzers Misc. Pumps/Motors/Gauges/ Gooseneck Trailer/ + Much More!”
Has some mods.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/d/san-pedro-1946-willys-cj2a/6877598895.html
“1946 Willys CJ2A $3000
Willys Go Devil L134 – 4 cylinder engine
T90 3 speed transmission
Model 18 Dana Spicer transfer case
Selectro heavy duty front locking hubs
Bikini top
Floor is solid
Clear title – currently licensed and insured
I purchased late 2006 / early 2007
Odometer reading is most likely not correct!
Major modification made prior to me:
Converted to 12 volt system
Wheels, hubs, etc. changed out to ‘74 International
Steering wheel changed to tilting steering wheel from Chevy Cavalier
Rear folding bench seat installed
Roll cage
My 1st modifications/repairs:
Remade alternator bracket Continue reading
Top has been removed. No description was provided.
https://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/d/fresno-1962-willys-wagon/6876221694.html
Caps have some surface rust.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/wto/d/otis-orchards-western-turbine-wheels/6877996341.html
“Western Turbine or hurricane wheels. 15″ x 8.5″ wide, 5 on 5.5 lug pattern, 4-5/16 (110mm) centers. Removed from 1954 Willys CJ3B.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6300.
(04/04/2019) This 3A(?) has a 3B windshield. The grille is likely home made. The dash may have a gov plate on it.
“this willys has been restored like a restomod. all stock, but restored better than stock and built to be used. very clean work.
boxed frame
tub all restored and resealed
raptor lined tub
16 gal. fuel tank
new wiring
gm manual steering,super easy
cable clutch,super easy
rebuilt trans, transfercase
all new brake system
built in cage mount, into body.
large glass windshield
stock 4cyl., 3 spd., stock axles. runs great, everything works. could use rollbar, wipers. every inch of this thing has been touched, improved. built this with plans to take camping, then bought a ranger because smoother for wife.
Can trade for muscle car , hotrod or something a car/truck guy might like. if you have cash, i will swing you a great deal if you actually show up to buy.
there is more details, easier to talk about.
the willys is in amador county, off hwy 49 near plymouth. title is clean, in my name, and non oped.”
Not sure how much value is here.
https://yakima.craigslist.org/pts/d/yakima-51-willys-jeep-project/6877984849.html
“I have a 51 Willy’s jeep project selling for a friend has the windshield just not picture. Has a 4.3 tbi a th350 and a np205 with a Dana 30 front and fj cruiser rear end. Has a brand new aluminum radiator. Asking $2500 OBO clean title”
A patent for the distribution of barbed metal band from a short wheel base vehicle, preferably a jeep or jeep-like vehicle, was filed in 1955 by the Acme Steel Company.
“The purpose of the present invention is to provide novel apparatus by which barbed metal band may be formed in a continuous process and distributed as it is formed in the place and arrangement in which it is to be used. A further object of the invention is to provide apparatus for distributing barbed metal band according to a prearranged plan and supporting it in the arrangement in which it is distributed. Another object is to provide portable apparatus having means for forming barbed metal band from a supply of fiat strip ma terial and for distributing the barbed band and arranging it during the travel of the apparatus. Other objects relate to various features of construction and arrangement which will appear more fully hereinafter.”
This August of 1957 ‘Jeep’ Vehicles Help fight Disease! brochure was another one I hadn’t seen. It amazes me how many little known brochures are still out there. It’s an export form, with form number MFS-8-57-X
The next three pages unfold into a single page. But, I’ve separated them for easier reading:
I like this Trophy Fish Holes ad for the Willys Station Wagon published in the May 1953 issue of Field and Stream, page 69.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7800.
This is a mix of parts. Seller claims the body is a CJ-3A, but it’s an M-38. Those “Desert Dog” tires must be recaps?? The windshield is military, not CJ-2A.
“Chance of a Lifetime? 1945 Willy’s Jeep built by hand with crate parts in 1973. Approx 6K Miles. Runs amazing. Starts right up every time. I am the 2nd owner. Lights and turn signals work. 4wd works. 4 cyl Flathead engine. This Jeep has won a couple car shows. No rust that I’ve seen. Garage kept it’s entirety.
‘45 Jeep CJ 2A Chassis, ‘48 CJ 2A Head Engine, ‘52 CJ 3A Body.”
Runs and drives.
https://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/5542631?ad_cid=3
“I have a 1967 Jeep CJ-5 for sale, fairly original, in poor shape, I was going to restore it but the BOSS aka the wife says she wants a 4 seater side by side so I am selling this, It has a 3 speed manual and a 226 V-6 Dauntless engine in it, it runs and drive but it is very exciting, (not in a good way), I have 2 soft doors and a soft top that goes with it, I really wanted to make this thing like new but the BOSS aka the wife says no, I paid $1500 for it 2 months ago and I want $1500 for it now”
UPDATE: There were two CJ-2As available, but it appears the gray one sold.
https://wenatchee.craigslist.org/cto/d/palisades-1947-willys-cj2a/6879413738.html
“1947 Willys CJ2A. Has clear title and vintage tags. Has original-equipment Go Devil four-cylinder engine, new brakes, new suspension, completely rewired with working headlights, turn signals and gauges. Glass is perfect. New fuel tank. Three speed on the floor. Converted to 12-volt. Roll bar, emergency brake, seat belts. Small shackle lift that can be easily removed to bring to stock height. Runs well and stops well. Drive train and 4-wheel drive work. Being the 70-plus-year-old workhorse it is, top speed is 45 mph. Would need to be trailered. Nothing fancy; far from perfect, but surviving civilian version of the vehicle that helped win World War II. Come out to the ranch in North Central Washington and take a look at Grandpa’s old Jeep. Cash sale, as is, where is. $4,500.“
This MB was listed over at Warjeeps.com.
http://www.warjeeps.com/mjs/sale19/adm128/adm128.html
“WW2 Army Jeep. Very original, correct and detailed, older Restoration. Original Tub, (not a reproduction), Combat Wheels and correct Tires. Original Willys Engine with # 588502. 6 Volt System with Foot Starter!
The Willys runs and drives very well! It always starts easy and idles well. The Clutch and Transmission are in good condition. The Steering and Suspension is tight. Some imperfections in the paint but no Rust nor Blisters anywhere! All Instruments work properly! The Willys is ready for Shows or Parades and is a blast to drive.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
Given the Sears Half-Cab, there could be value here.
“1951 willys cj3a is a project will run with alitte work needs carb cleaned and new starter due 2 starter teeth stripped out has half cab and a few small body panels to go with it $ 800 firm not paperwork”
These might interest someone.
https://binghamton.craigslist.org/pts/d/harpursville-willys-jeep-motors-1-flat/6835468727.html
“I have 3 jeep motors all turn over $ 500.00 for all three, I think two will run.”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $7750.
(01/22/2019) Might need a little work.
“Rare 1949 Willys Jeepster Pheaton Convertible. Runs and Drives. Come take a test drive around the block. We’ve replaced the engine, new fuel tank, fuel lines, master cylinder, brake cylinder, radiator, carburetor, battery, rebuilt starter, hoses, fan belt, fixed gages, water pump, rebuilt generator, fixed front suspension problem, rebuilt the steering box, done most of what needed to be able to drive. It’s still a work in progress”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4500.
(04/11/2019) Seller lists this as a 1953 M-38, but it appears to be a CJ frame with a replacement body.
“I have a 53 Willy’s m38 for sale. It is in good condition overall. No rust, great tires. F head engine has been put in it hence the hole in the hood. And the steering is backwards due to a steering conversion gone wrong before I got it. Nothing that would be very hard to fix. Have the original steering column. Runs great. I was going to restore but priority’s have changed.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Needs work.
“I have a 1964 jeep cj6 i havnt really had time to do much with it.its a kaiser jeep and its pretty rare to find one with half cab and doors.they were special order with jeep from koenig ironworks.i have several body panels to go with it.motor was running i havnt started in a while.call or text.no spam or frauders.no low ballers or tire kickers its a 1964 it needs to be restored.asking 2500”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1400.
The $1700 price includes the rear PTO and gearbox (I’m assuming the seller is selling the rear gearbox, the shaft, and the PTO … this might not be the case). Without it, the price is $1300. The PTO is also listed separately here.
https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/d/montgomery-willys/6874108752.html
“48 cj2a with rear shaft PTO,not running ,some rust.$ 1300 without PTO,Bill of sale only”
Could be a good price for the right person.
https://westernmass.craigslist.org/pts/d/wales-jeep-collection/6871713526.html
“Liquidating my Jeep collection. This is a package deal because I want them out of my yard. 2000 Jeep Cherokee 4.0L, 1998 Jeep Cherokee 4.0L & 1965 M38A1 Army Jeep. These are for “parts/ as is” condition. The Cherokee’s both ran last year but will need work. The Army jeep hasn’t run in years. I have title for both Cherokees the army Jeep is on a bill of sale due to the age.”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $400.
Glenn shared this ad. Looks like a good price.
“This is an Excellent Koenig Winch it is set up to fit a CJ3B has bumper attached I have all the component’s it is a working unit.”
UPDATE: Barry Thomas managed to hunt down a copy of the movie in Paris. He is hoping to share it at a couple of jeep events this spring. Learn more at his farm jeep.com website: https://www.farmjeep.com/revolution-in-farming-and-in-pleasentville/
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Original Post Dec. 14, 2012: An issue of the “American Farm Youth” (1947 Volumes 13-14 Page 34) mentioned this movie.
Revolution in Pleasantville, a motion picture describing the role of the Jeep in farm mechanization, has just been produced and made available for showing to farm groups. The revolution depicted in the film is one taking place all over the . . .
Jeff spotted this FC-170 lurking in the background of the TV show “Bless This Mess“. The premise of the show is, “Newlyweds Rio and Mike make the decision to change the course of their life together and move from the relentless pace of big city New York to what they think will be a more relaxed existence in rural Nebraska.”
