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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
(11/13/2018) Appears to have a fiberglass body.
1947 Jeep Willys $3,300.00
Comes with Original willys engine- ran when it was in
Could be a spun bearing
A Chevy 4.3 engine 6 cylinder
A roll cage,
A rolling chasis with out the engine
$3,300.00 O.B.O”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $17,500.
Starts, but is not running. Not sure what seller means by “24” Desert Dog Tires”…
“CJ3 1947 Willy’s Jeep. Custom, completely restored.
Engine: 350 Chevy Engines, mileage under 2000 on new engine.
4sp Mussy transmission, 4 wheel drive High/low and 2 wheel drive.
Old style Hubs, manually twist hubs to 4 wheel drive.
New battery
Racing Bucket Seats (new)
5 point seat belts with new roll cage
Paint job is Kiwi Green, (new)
24″ Desert Dog Tires (new)
Bikini Top (new)
Has tow-bar on front.
Has been housed covered in a garage at all times!
One family has owned this vehicle since 1947. Used to run the dunes, gravel pits, minor rock climbing. This has been a fun and well-loved this little green monster!
Has been fully restored…BUT NOT RUNNING!!
Has been in storage but started. We will happily have it taken to our mechanic and run through so you know what you are getting… with deposit for serious buyers only.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
Not sure how much value is here. It has an older fiberglass tub.
“53 Willy’s CJ3A 4×4
Fiberglass tub
Extra axle, lifted, 33” tires.
$1200obo”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750.
It runs.
“good shape for its age, f134 engine that runs needs brakes clear Texas title bring a trailer has a tow bar but tires are shot. lock out hubs and extra wheels and tires”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,500.
It appears this has some rust along the driver’s side.
“1953 Willys Flat Fender
4 Cylinder 3 Speed Transmission High/Low 4×4
513 Gears Front & Rear Posi
Clean Title & Street Legal
Original Key & Owner’s Manual
All Original except Rims, Tires & Seats
Exact Mileage Unknown
Must See to Appreciate
$12,500 OBO”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3250.
Doesn’t run. Has updated engine and an unusual utility bed.
“RARE 1959 Jeep FC 50 with Utility bed. this is a project vehicle It does start drive and stop.
selling because I just do not have time to work on it. To many projects for a 75 year old man.
All kinds of extra parts. Has ford inline 200 six with manual 3 speed transmission 4X4 drive.”
This photo was published in the February 09, 1945, issue of the Saturday Evening Post, page 12. It shows a Weasel getting a muddy test with a jeep next to it.
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/12/2019) This looks like a nice build.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/clayton-1950-willys-flat-fender/6860111516.html
“Custom built ;Flat Fender Jeep 350 Chevy engine gM SM 420 tranny Dana 20 transfer case custom paint lots of chrome.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $5300
(11/30/2018) Has minor updates. The seats look comfy.
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/d/windsor-1948-cj2a/6852857324.html
“1948 CJ2A for sale in great condition. Original L-134 4 cyl engine, T-90 trans and transfer case, all new fluids, new radiator, new oil filter, new battery, 12 volt electrical system with all lights working, new seatbelts, new 15×8″ Pro Comp rims on new 235/75R15 Hankook Dynapro ATM tires, new shocks and 2″ Superlift leafsprings. I also have an older BestTop frame w/doors and some new steering and front suspension parts in the box. Runs and drives excellent, great condition and is a daily driver. Serious inquiries only please. $10,000 obo.”
Includes a parts rig.
https://eugene.craigslist.org/cto/d/freeland-1961-willys-wagon-4×4/6859505191.html
“1961 Willy’s Wagon PLUS 1958 complete additional vehicle for parts or separate restoration.
The 1961 looks great, runs and drives great. 283 V-8. Super clean. We just invested thousands in this classic including brand new: axles, inner and outer axle seals, all bearings, brakes, drums, hubs, brake lines, 4wd hub rebuild, exhaust, shocks and a recent clutch. You can drive it now! Looks really great.
The 1958 is all there, restoration was started years ago, but it needs work. Includes another 283 V-8, great tires, transmission and transfer case plus tones of extra parts.”
Still some work left on this custom flattie.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/318871228802378/
“Brand new(not rebuilt/repaired) ’46 cj2a body sitting on an early 70’s cj5 frame. Built 401, rebuilt T18 4 spd transmission, rebuilt Dana/Spicer 18 twin stick transfer case, rebuilt Dana 30 front/44 rear with 3.73 gears and Detroit lockers. Front has Warn premium hubs. Axles have Yukon gears and bearings. 4″ spring under lift. Jeep needs all wiring/electrical, drive shafts, windshield glass, seats, shocks, minor fab work(weld spring hangers and finish xfer case mount). What you see is what you get, bins in back are full of new parts(headers, mufflers, break lines, starter, air cleaner, etc.) Well over $15k in parts.”
Could be a worth a look.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/d/snohomish-1953-willys-cj3b-project/6860071759.html
“I have a willys project for sale.
Yes, I still have it.
Was going to make a cool street/trail rig out of it but divorce forces sale.
1953 cj3b, clear title in my name.
All stock frame, tub, diffs, has rollcage, windshield, tailgate.
Roll bar and front cage kit are not attached to each other or the jeep and are just sitting in place.
Had planned to go with 1981 cj5 running gear, front amc 30, rear amc 20, sr4 4speed, 300 transfer case, iron duke 4 cyl engine with radiator. Have him column or original steering too.
I have it all and it is/was all in good running condition when removed.
Not every part seen in photo goes with it.
$2500 cash preferred, no trades.
Cash, paypal or credit card”
No pics provided.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/pts/d/sultan-m38a1-collection/6859985753.html
“I am moving & selling my Willys M38A1 projects. There are 2 titles & enough parts to build 2 rigs & extra parts left over. 3 frames, extra axles, transmissions, transfer cases, fuel tanks, 3 windshields, seats, 2 roll bars, etc. One of the Willys is in the middle of being rebuilt & will roll around. It has tires on it & has been lifted & the frame has been boxed & it is set up with an adapter to put a small block Chevy in it. The body has been media blasted, but was never primered & has been stored outside for the past few years so it has surface rust on it. The other one is completely disassembled. Only selling because of the move. Call or text. Thanks.”
There could be value here. Might have an M-38 body.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/cto/d/grapeview-willys-jeep/6859725791.html
“Runs and drives 2000 firm”
Lots of work left on this project.
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/phoenix-1946-willys-jeep-cj-2a/6860445137.html
“This Willys is an uncompleted project. All components are on hand but not assembled. Engine on a stand. Head and pistons removed. Original plan was to hone cylinders, replace with new rings, rebuild distributor and reassemble. Head has been milled. Carb needs rebuild. Radiator repaired/refurbished. Was driven to my street 20 yeas ago by previous owner) and not run since. Make no claim as to drive components or brakes now. All major components on hand but completion would require several misc items. Not body-off but body and frame have been sandblasted. That alone was $700. Clear AZ title. $1550 OBO
More pictures available on request. Call for more information. Text me with email address for more pictures.”
It’s a project. Appears to have a Koenig hardtop, but with a single sideways swing door.
https://fresno.craigslist.org/cto/d/reedley-1948-willys-jeep/6859950363.html
“I’m selling my old Willy’s Jeep with an original metal hard top. It’s been sitting for a long time in a garage. Has a small block Chevy in it. There’s no carb on the motor. It’s ready to be restored. $5000 OBO.”
It’s a project.
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/ant/cto/d/littlerock-1946-willy-jeep-ww2-jeep/6860167294.html
“I am selling my 1946 Willy Jeep lifted heavy duty suspention rims beefy tires roll cage the works has a Chevy camaro engine was freshly rebuilt needs starter but I have it asking for 1500 obo”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/28/2019) This has an odd hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/306218926708580/
“Project: willys jeep. comes with Gm v6,5 spd and transfer case. $1500.00”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1900.
(03/08/2019) Body might be in good shape, though it’s had some work done.
“I have a 1948 Jeep Willy’s for sale, there is no engine, but it has a Chevy transmission. The body’s in good shape and would make a great project. What you see if what I have!”
UPDATE: Status Unknown. Was $10,000.
Mike shared this nice looking Dually.
“1962 Jeep FC 170 factory dual rear wheel truck. Truck runs, drives, and stops. Restoration is almost complete, just needs a few minor things finished in the interior.
Asking $10,000. Please call or text with more questions.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $14,000.
“This is a solid 1954 CJ-3B with an original rust-free body and original-style drivetrain. It had a frame off restoration at some point. The correct F-head engine is from an M38-A1.
It has the correct T-90A transmission, Dana 18 transfer case, Dana 44 rear axle, and Dana 25 front axle.
It also has a Koenig 50 PTO with front and rear outputs. The front PTO powers the Koenig 151-J winch.
This Jeep is a wonderful vehicle to escape the stress of daily life. It will take you to spectacular scenery and introduce you to a great group of fellow vintage Jeep enthusiasts. It is nice enough to take to a car show and capable enough to take you out into the woods on a dirt trail.
I have done a lot of maintenance within the last year. Including a new radiator and all belts & hoses, new brake master cylinder and brake hoses, complete ignition system, 12-volt Optima red top battery with cut-off switch, and so on.
Windshield wipers and turn signals have been added. I installed a new Bestop Tigertop within the last year.
Continue reading
UPDATE: Still Available.
(12/09/2018) Has some updates.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/402565453905761/
“$10,000 High Hood 1954 Willys CJ-3B Runs Great! Strong! 350 engine 4 speed T-10 transmission 33×12.5 New Toyo Tires Custom roll bar with Soft top to go with. Email for questions. parks_jared@yahoo.com.”
UPDATE IV: Branden found this 1945 Parts List booklet that includes a prominent “J” logo. This is the most prominent use of the logo that I’ve seen. It’s not clear to me whether this booklet was introduced with the jeep in August of ’45 or a little later in ’45.
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UPDATE III (04/07/2019): Maury spotted the a “J” dealership sign example on this Miller Tools brochure:
UPDATE II: I’ve added two examples of ‘dark’ “J”s, dark (blue or black) background with white letters. Now that I think about it, I guess this is similar to the black and white newspaper versions.
CREDIT: Douglass, Neal. Harry Payne Motors, photograph, June 3, 1942; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth34338/m1/1/: accessed April 7, 2019), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Austin History Center, Austin Public Library. … MY NOTES: The photo year is more likely late 1947 or 1948.
From Willys World March-April 1991 issue.
UPDATE: This is best described as a working draft that Maury Hurt and I have constructed in the hopes of understanding Willys-Overland’s “J” logo better …. If you have input, please email me or add it in a comment at the bottom of the post.
In January of this year, Maury emailed me about a Willys/Cars•Trucks/Jeep logo that he was hoping to reproduce, wondering if I had any better examples of it. That simple email turned into a mission: Find out the history behind the logo.
I have one of these patches. Not sure who created them or when.
It turned out that we could find no articles or discussion about the evolution of the logo. So, we spent a month looking through old brochures and advertisements to develop a theory of what it should look like, when it was used, and why.
What’s the logo supposed to look like?
Our first challenge was to determine what the logo was supposed to look like. As these examples show, different fonts and slightly different looks were used in the printing of the logo.
Another patch example.
This was from a January 1946 magazine ad.
or even this one …
Our suspicion is that this is from overseas, possibly Australia? We don’t have a time frame on this one.
And, the list would not be complete without some matchbook covers:
How should the “J” look?
UPDATE: **SOLD** “Was $11,500.
Lots of new parts on this jeep.
“1949 3A Willys Jeep. Has GO Devil. 134 cubic inch with 60 HP. Very nice Jeep and loved att the car shows. I also run in local parades and run around town locally. She runs great. Never in the rain or snow. Original body as you can see was gone so I went south for another body. Jeep has 12 volt 3 wire GM alt. and charging and lights are no problem. Also installed electronic ignition recentlyalong with Warn front hubs.
She still needs a few things like a set of leaf springs as these are getting weak and a 2nd gear sycronizer. It will pop out of second when down shifting but pulls fine. Easy fixes. Prices came from Hemmings. Never thought I would sell but health forces me to.She is not perfect but very nice.”
Looks in good shape. Has a variety of updates.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/d/centralia-1947-willys-cj2a/6858993161.html
“1947 Willys CJ2A. $15,000/give a call. Message for phone number.
Great drive with perfect amount of power. Located in Centralia. Here are some highlights, must see to really appreciate.
See photos
-Oddfire Buick 231 V6
-turbo 350 auto
-Arctic top
-like new adjustable bucket seats w/ modification for more leg room. I am 6’2” and fit just fine.
-Two full size fuel tanks under each front seat
– 3:73 dana 44 rear
-GM Power steering/tilt column’
