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Seller is testing waters.
https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/bar/d/willys-54/6726163129.html
“Just testing the waters runs fine clean title”
Thanks to Glenn for spotting this nice looking FJ.
https://maine.craigslist.org/cto/d/1963-jeep-fleet-van/6733504956.html
“Super cute van. In beautiful shape. Runs Great!”
UPDATE: Here’s the contact information for Hugo’s book if you are interested in purchasing a copy. Hugo’s son Fernando is handling the books and has copies on hand at his place in Florida:
Try emailing op.pineapple.book@gmail.com or go here https://www.facebook.com/flashesdeumaaventura/ for a copy:
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Original Post September 17, 2018:
The book was larger than I expected. It was a pleasure for me to read.
Hugo Vidal, that 85 year old intrepid traveler from Brazil (and founder of AVM) has published his book. I received a copy last week and tore right through it. It’s written in both Portuguese and English. Since Ann and I traveled with Hugo and his son Fernando last year for four weeks, I knew most of the stories he included in his book. But, there were a few new ones and some fuller explanations on others. It’s also full of photos, some I hadn’t seen.
Most of the book centers on the 1956/1957 trip. But, there’s a little bit at the end about the 2017 Alaska Or Rust adventure. And on that, I have a minor quibble. Hugo remembers me contacting him about joining us on the trip. Actually, it was Hugo who contacted me. His eagerness was infectious, as this email extract, the second email he wrote me, underscores:
“…. Since we only heard about the Alaska or Rust caravan yesterday, my son and I rushed to try and find a way of joining in. But I understand now that participation is closed. Even though we don´t even have a vehicle yet, if there is a chance for a place in the waiting list we will somehow purchase, lease, borrow or steal one….”
Hugo dressed as a Dutch Maiden while on their jeep trip. You’ll have to read the book to learn why.
On the left is Hugo’s restored CJ-3B. On the right was the 3B for the trip. Note the custom bed extender on the back.
Ann took this photo of Hugo and Fernando, I believe in Jasper National Park in Canada.
From left to right we have Charles Downey, Hugo Vidal, and Jan Stekly.
Maury is hoping to find a set of installation instructions for his NOS Warn M2 3-ring type hubs.
“I have a set of NOS Warn M2 hubs in the original box that’s missing the instruction sheet, and am trying to either find or reproduce one. If someone has an original copy they’d be willing to sell, great – but a good scan or photo of the unfolded document would also suffice to reproduce it. Here’s a photo of the installation instructions / owner’s manual with a set of early Warn locking hubs. The sheet folded down to about 3″ x 3”:
This includes NOS Desert Dogs on Hurricane Rims and a Husky Overdrive.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/243530842993264
“Rebuilt 225 V6, Turbo 350 rebuilt, model 20 rebuilt, Husky Overdrive rebuilt, mod 25 and 44 differentials, full floating with locking hubs front and rear. Has been in a garage since rebuilding for 30 years. Has 3A windshield, body without a tailgate, fenders, grille, hood, body complete not bolted to the chassis. Frame is a DJ 5 that has been strapped from front to rear. To show its age, it has a set of brand new Desert Dogs on multi spoke Vector wheel”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
It’s got some dents and dings, especially that front bumper. Has some EasyLok hubs. Unclear why the parking brake was moved down.
“1957 CJ3B Willy’s Jeep F block 4cyl Clean title Newer Brake cylinders, lines, 5 coker tires with no cracks, redone electrical, great shape, runs great. Original engine and power train. 4×4 with manual lockers.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1950.
It runs. Might make a cheap racer
“1942 gwp ( Willy’s Jeep) four cylinder. Runs drives wheels clean title”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500
(06/26/2018) The grille isn’t hinged, so the body, which might be an M-38 body, may not be original to the chassis.
“1952 Willy’s 302 block 9″ rear end 8,500 OBO Runs Not currently registered Located in hesperia.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $38000.
“1948 Willy’s DRAG JEEP 4×4 350 Small Block Chevy Engine 850 PLUS horse power automatic transmission. All new paint,chrome and interier.Well maintained very clean comes with extra set of paddle tires Asking $38,000 OBO .The jeep is ready for the Dunes”
Runs, but needs work.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/1956-cj-6a-jeep/6730177525.html
“1956 CJ6 for sale. 33k miles. All stock except for new fuel tank. Been sitting for years. Runs / idles, needs brake line. Need room in shop. Ca.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650.
Maybe someone can use for parts?
“1964 WILLYS M151A1 Army Jeep RARE only year Willys produced this model 4cyl 4 speed 4X4 needs sheet metal work repro parts available frame is not cut as most of them were tons of parts available as most were scrapped after being scrapped $650 OBO”
Here’s a second set of Lift-O-Matic Hydraulic Tailgate brochures.
ORIGINAL POST (02/23/2013): This was sold in 2013 on eBay.
Was a former high school project. Looks solid. The floors have some liner.
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/1947-willys-cj-2a-jeep-body/6729358367.html
“This jeep was my project in high school about 5 years ago. It’s been kept in the garage since then. Starts and runs like a champ, the engine (original 4 cylinder L-head) was rebuilt just before I got it, so very low hours. We had the transmission rebuilt, shifts like the day it was built. Body and paint (’46 Harvest Tan scheme even though this is a ’47 by serial number) is in excellent condition, interior protected with color matched bed liner. Hat channels are like new, no rust.
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Craig shared this modified wagon. Note that it has right hand drive. Maybe this was a former right hand drive postal wagon?
https://reading.craigslist.org/cto/d/1957-willys-wagon/6730649170.html
“For sale or trade 1957 Willys wagon Pro Street rat 440 Mopar 727 trans Ford 9-inch rear runs and drives”
Has some updates.
https://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-willys-cj-2a-jeep/6728827296.html
“1946 Willy’s CJ-2A Cheaper than a side by side. 4 wheel disk breaks, 36″ super swamper with lock outs. $5800 OBO”
CJ-5s:
M-38A1s:
Looks quite complete. This was made for 3 years (1950, 1951, 1952), not two years. Also, not the last of the flat fenders.
https://boise.craigslist.org/cto/d/m38-jeep-1952/6706150121.html
“This a military M38 Jeep. Only made for 2 years. The last and best of the flat fenders. Converted to 12 volt. Has lots of extra parts and goodies. Has a full winter cab and heater.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $1400.
(07/26/2018) Engine runs.
https://watertown.craigslist.org/cto/d/1940-willys-jeep/6691214306.html
“Clearly needs work, project Jeep. does run, manual transmission. Engine and transmission have been rebuilt. Comes with new and used parts. Text for more details. just don’t have time for it anymore everything that’s needed to finish it comes with it. Would be interested in trades just let me know what you have. I am asking way less for it and everything that comes with it then it is worth.”
Probably an FC-170 chassis. No pics of chassis provided.
https://cedarrapids.craigslist.org/pts/d/fc-jeep-chassis/6727121376.html
“FC jeep chassis. Frame, 6 cyl jeep gas engine, transmission, transfer case, axles. Was running when parked. Picture is for reference only. This is only the frame, engine, drive train, no body components. I can load on your trailer.
Rick shared this one. Seller notes the ‘many military accessories, but I don’t see any?
https://mobile.craigslist.org/cto/d/1948-jeep-cj-with-many/6705952253.html
“1948 Jeep CJ with many military accessories. Motor stuck and requires complete restoration. Many parts. Bill of sale only. No trades and no texts. Phone calls only. $1000 OBO.”
This may have updated axles, but the frame looks to be 2A based on the transfercase crossmember bracket. I suspect only the title is a 1965 CJ-3B.
https://springfield.craigslist.org/cto/d/1965-cj3b/6730116508.html
Project or parts.
https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/pts/d/1947-jeep/6728477029.html
“1947 Willy’s restorable good motor trans and transfer case 3 original seats 4 extra front and rear axles extra springs 3 steering column 2windshield frames 2 hoods 2 fenders gas tank, tub is rusty needs help. This Jeep is restorable extra parts worth what I want.5 tires and wheels. Seats have some original upholstery on them. Will post pics soon however u need to come look. I will trade for following four items 18 ft trailer car hauler.stihl 16 inch chain saw appliance dolly. 400o or larger winch. Items must work Trailer can need help. No boat trailers. No camper trailers. I want all four items for trade.”
Not sure what this is.
https://bellingham.craigslist.org/cto/d/jeep-willys-restored-with-row/6713390598.html
“Not sure of the year 40s or 50s perfect restoration and tow bar for behind your RV. Has manuals and some tools. Posting for a friend doesn’t do computers. I believe clean title.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1100.
(08/17/2018) Has an engine with a WWII head.
“1948 Willys Jeepster Overland for parts. The floor boards are severely rusted but it has a ton of useable and restorable parts. The drivetrain is complete. All of the frame work for the convertible top is still there. It isn’t really a builder quality chassis but I have seen worse starts to projects! It has NO TITLE. It spent well over 40 years inside a semi trailer. Sold complete only, AS-IS.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(10/02/2018) Has some interesting hubs (Sears-branded Dualmatics?). Might be a VEC. Just say NO to NADA vis-a-vis Willys.
https://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-jeep-willys-cj2a-in-good/6709235272.html
“I am selling a 1946 Jeep Willys CJ2A that we’ve owned for 20 years. It is in really good condition for its age with some normal rust under the floorboards which have been repaired. It has a 4 cylinder Willys engine which runs really good. The clutch works great and the 3 speed transmission and transfer case shifts very well. The brakes work as they should. There is some play in the steering wheel. The steering wheel itself is not original as it was replaced by my husband so he could fit in the driver seat! Electrical was converted to 12 volts. The tires are like new and the seats were reupholstered and have no tears in them. It comes with a 6000# Ramsey electric winch with a wired remote control. It also has a tow bar which is included.
Some issues: there is a small oil leak at the rear differential bearing shaft, the passenger side windshield is cracked, the odometer and the fuel gauge are not working and there are some minor electrical issues with the lights.
If you are familiar with the 1946 Willys, you know that it is a good investment if you decide to have it fully restored. For information, the NADAguides list it at $7,450 for Low Retail, $19,100 for Average Retail and $33,400 for High Retail.
I am asking $7,950.00 or best offer. CASH only. Serious inquiries only please.”
