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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
Looks in good shape.
“1947 Willys hardtop with doors like new condition color black.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
This might be worth a look. The body could be in decent shape.
“Hello! For sale is my 1947 Willy’s Jeep Project. Currently rolling, but not running, it was summer project but I no longer have the tools to finish it. The tub is from a 1947 Willy’s CJ2A, and it has the original seats, steering, gauges, and front axle. It has a larger Ford 8.8 Rear End to accompany the 5.3L LS Engine in the front and the 4-speed 4L60E auto transmission in the middle. Will be a great project for someone to finish!
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It’s a project.
https://chico.craigslist.org/cto/d/chico-55-willys-jeep/6837588647.html
“Body is straight put Toyota axles under it all brakes and shocks are new no motor have a couple different transmissions have chrome rims interior is roll on bed liner”
This ad was published in the February 7, 1942, issue of the Saturday Evening Post, pg. 31.
UPDATE: Chief Detective SteveK realized this is actually a CJ-3B. I thought it was a poorly done CJ-3A.
I snagged this 5″x7″ postcard off of Craigslist. For some reason it is depicted with a CJ-3B raised hood bump along the top side of the hood.
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $5000. Lacks front parking lights. Still work to be done (see bottom of post for list).
(03/09/2017) “Selling my 1947 CJ-2A. $9500. Located in Traverse City, MI. Could deliver.
This is a really well cared for, well preserved, near original, unmolested 1947 Willys CJ-2A. This Jeep is not a mint, off-the-assembly-line restoration with new body or panels or filler. Rather my restoration approach was to maintain the history of this jeep by preserving it in its current state, yet making it attractive, safe, and reliable, but still near original condition. This was a farm jeep from Crookston, MN (unverified) and the intent was for that character and history to remain preserved. I’ve owned this jeep for about 8 years. Last major work on it was 5 years ago. Stored indoors.
General notes:
Clean/clear PA title with antique plate.
I believe all numbers match (frame, body, engine) but would need to double check and photograph for proof.
Odometer displays 3x,xxx miles and works
Spent its life as a farm jeep in Crookston, Minnesota (unverified story from seller).
This jeep was a barn find from a widow. Her husband purchased it from the farm and stuck it in his barn in Grand Rapids, MN and left it covered, he then passed years later and the wife decided to sell. Lucky me to find it.
Only body rust holes came from some of the channels that contained wood supports but other than some holes, there is no rot, frame is solid, and there’s no indication it ever saw a road with salt. Two other holes in floor of tub were torched out, likely from the farmer to access the PTO or service/grease drive lines easier. This is part of the character and history I wanted to maintain.
When cleaning it up, I removed corn stalks from the frame, so it was truly a working farm truck.
Near all original preservation with a few safety and convenience upgrades. All components removed come with the jeep as well (e.g., 9” breaks)
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UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/11/2018) Looks in good shape.
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/union-1947-cj2a-willys-jeep/6833061192.html
“1947 CJ2A Willys jeep. Older paint, rebuilt 4 cyl., new brake system with new line kit installed , steering rebuild kit and complete new exhaust system included, new BEST top. Runs great. 5700.00 ”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/11/2019) Might make a good restoration project.
https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/camden-1948-willys-jeep/6836090256.html
“48 Willy’s jeep it’s in great shape for its age very little rust if any at all pto works as it should runs good its running on starter fluid right now may need a fuel pump but it will fire right up an run like a sewing machine and the brakes need attention but it’s a solid restoration project or off-road rig or farm toy ”
Could be worth a look.
https://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/d/halstead-1948-willies-jeep/6835302284.html
“I have a 1948 willys Jeep project for sale has a 1971 Ford pinto engine that has been gone through and built for racing has a racing camshaft for the variable camshaft timing camel hump Pistons and much more”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(09/19/2017) Looks in good shape. It’s missing drain holes.
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/addyston-1959-willys-cj3b/6823116438.html
“FOR SALE. 1959 Willys CJ3B Jeep. Completely rebuilt 4 cyl original F head engine & transaxle. Includes a new, in the box, tan top, original steel rims and door frames. Plus additional miscellanous parts. Please call or text with any questions or additional details. Thanks for looking.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
(01/21/2019) This might be a good price.
“1966 M151 Army Jeep
Have extra parts. Call Gene.
$5500.00 OBO”
Some better pics would be helpful.
https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/d/hillsboro-1947-jeep-willys/6837840072.html
“Very good condition…running good”
Floors appear patched.
https://greenbay.craigslist.org/cto/d/crivitz-1947-willys-cj2a/6835553445.html
“Good running Willys cj2a. Has L 134 engine. Is converted to 12 volt system. I just put new master cylinder and wheel brake cylinders on so brakes do work. Body is very solid .”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000. Now listed here.
(12/25/2018) Not a bad price for a play jeep. Not street legal.
“I’ve got a 1942 ford gpw war Jeep for trade. It has a 134 F head motor runs great has manual 3speed transmission with new clutch put in few months ago and a two speed transfer case. Has early narrow axles out of a 70’s ford bronco Dana 30 front and Dana 44 rear also locked front and rear. It’s got a lot of new parts like a 9000lb Smittybilt winch and new BFG KM2’s 31×10.50R15 on newer black steelies, new steel braided break lines. Has been fully caged and it’s NOT street legal only goes 35mph it’s geared low and has no power steering. (Will need to be trailered) also have a flat tow bar for flat towing.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.
(09/08/2018) Has updates.
https://medford.craigslist.org/cto/d/talent-1947-willys-jeep/6837945786.html
“Super reliable, runs great!!!
New starter, alternator, distributor cap and plugs. Rebuilt top of motor and front end in 2017. New leaf springs and shackles.
After market top and optional bikini top with CJ3A one piece windshield
*4.3 L. Chevy V-6 w/ Headers and Dual Exhaust
*SM 420 Chevy Truck Trans
*D18 Transfer Case
*Dana 44 Rear Axel (1980 CJ5 w/ Posi Tract)
*Dana 30 Front End w/ Disc Brakes
*Saginaw Power Stearing
*Rancho Springs and Shocks
*Roll Cage
*Set Back Front Seats
*Custom Aluminum Radiator
*Flex Fan
*FI Tech EFI
*Aux Tank Under Seat
*Tow Bar
*Rear Full Floating Rear Axel
*Waren Overdrive”
Has a rear PTO and gearbox with shroud.
https://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/d/kansas-city-66-military-jeep-willys/6833650009.html
“Up for sale is a 66 military Jeep with a matching rear trailer all original. This Jeep has had a recent tune up and runs great. The jeep has a in line 4 cylinder engine.”
UPDATE **SOLD** Was $1500.
It’s a project.
“1953 CJB3 high hood. Runs. Has motor that needs to be rebuilt. All original parts, plus extra. Hard to see, it is in a one car garage with no room.”
No pics provided. It runs.
https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/d/albuquerque-1946-willys-cj-jeep/6836372835.html
“1946 Jeep cj model runs 4cylinder engine 3 speed 4×4 works for restoration or parts , got it for free, neighbor thought it was junk, if it does not sell for $500.00 Will sell for scrap steel.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
(02/16/2016) Looks to be a VEC.
“Early production, according to some JEEP experts, this has early engine block, both good rears, locking hubs, god gauges , has oval pad behind oil filter, and 3 speed standard trans on column, we almost had engine running, we lost spark when rotor fell apart, decent frame, poor tub, and no title, and I cant find any tags on the body or frame, there is a number on the engine. and it was a funky green under the crappy brown that it is now.
No paperwork, repeat no paperwork, I am willing to lick my wounds after a dip in lake stupid for buying this thing at 1500, 1100 is the price.
This Jeep is in Bangor Pennsylvania, yes Bangor Pennsylvania, and its an hour from where I live, so not running around and meeting at 9 pm for a looky loo, if you are interested, I am more than happy to answer questions, and meet to sell it to you, if you can find one for 200 please buy it, or even 300 go for it.
If you don’t like the price you can buy it for 100 at my estate sale when im dead, cause buying crap like this is gonna kill me. No longer collecting cars or projects, not interested in trades of any kind, or crypto currency, or motorcycles, or dune buggys, or tools.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/02/2019) There might be some value at that price. It’s got some odd features.
https://maine.craigslist.org/cto/d/edgecomb-1950-willies-jeep/6805705299.html
“For sale is this 1950 Willies Jeep. NO running gear, chassis only. Will make a fun build. Very solid!! $595 FIRM”
UPDATE: I’ve updated these images with corrections and four additional ads. You can a similar listing of Collier ads in black and white. I’ve added two ads that only appeared in the CIO-News, one that only appeared in Colliers, and one Sat Evening Post ad that I’d missed.
Original Post (03/01/2019): I tried to find a listing of all the Willys-Overland ads and their issue dates that were published in the Saturday Evening Post during and after WWII. Unable to find any good resource, I spent the last three days surfing through 250 issues of the magazine using the Saturday Evening Post non-profit site, which costs $15 a year to use. Then I organized them in a way that I hoped would make it easier for me to study them. Hopefully, it’s handy for you all, too. For expediency and bandwidth size, I used low-resolution images to create the files below. Eventually, I’ll go back and replace them with hi res images so that everything is clearer when viewed more closely.
The ads started in May of 1942 (at least that’s the earliest I found) and were published on average once a month. All ads published up to November of 1945 were placed on the inside of the back cover.
On November 10, 1945, Willys-Overland formally introduced the CJ-2A to Saturday Evening Post readers with a more centralized, two-page ad. After that, one or two-page ads for the CJ-2A appeared until August of 1946, when the first wagon ad appeared in the magazine.
UPDATE: As Bill notes, there’s also a May swap meet. That should not be confused with the August Annual show.
This August the National Pike Steam, Gas & Horse Association will be holding it’s annual show in Brownsville, Pennsylvania. This year it will be featuring working jeeps. Learn more about this event at http://www.nationalpike.com.
It’s brand new.
https://akroncanton.craigslist.org/pts/d/akron-willys-jeep-1-2-cab-canvas-top/6807577184.html
“Willys cj5 jeep 1/2 cab canvas top, no doors or back panel . Made by Beachwood canvas in New Jersey. New. Asking $500 OBO callers only no texts.”
The Meyer top looks in good shape. Includes a plow.
https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/cto/d/wayland-1962-willys-jeep-cj5-with-plow/6832645404.html
“1962 CJ5 with original (or at least period correct) hydraulic lift plow.
Starts, runs, and drives. Plow operates as well.
It has F4-134 Hurricane engine and 3spd manual trans. High/Low on transfer case both working.
Factory heater. Hard top and doors (with roll up windows).
System was converted to to 12V.
All steel brake lines recently replaced.
Valve lash just adjusted and valve covers replaced.
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Price currently $770. Has a few minor updates, such as the M-38 air cleaner and the later model speedometer.
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“Great project Jeep. I can see that it’s a 4 cylinder, but not familiar with old Jeeps, so no idea on engine size. All engine parts and transmission are in place, but take a good look at pictures. Solid body and frame, best I can tell. Floor pans and bed still there, no rust holes. Tailgate fine, no cracks in windshield. The title says the body style is “LL”, but I can’t find any such bird. From my research, it looks like a “DJ-3A”, so that’s how I described it. Sold as is, buyer has to come get it or arrange for shipping.
On Mar-08-19 at 18:44:18 PST, seller added the following information:
After receiving a few good questions about the Jeep, I have a little more information. New pictures of the odometer and ID tag have been added. Best I can tell, the serial number is 56337 11093. The odometer reads 16610.1. It may have rolled over, but this is what it reads now. But you never know, cuz it’s exactly as old as I am, and I’ve rolled over many times! Since it’s been sitting in the same spot for 8-9 years, the tires have settled into the dirt several inches. That said, I looked over the frame best I could, and it looks straight, with no cracks or welds where they don’t belong. Although I have the title in hand, I haven’t located the keys yet. Hopefully I’ll find them by the time one of yall show up to pick it up. Good luck, and thanks!”