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Could be a good price.
“Koenig hard top for Willy’s CJ-3a. Worn. $300 as is.”
https://denver.craigslist.org/pts/d/cj-3a-hard-top/6685984992.html
Seems to need more work?
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/d/willys-jeep-cj3a/6687025954.html
“1953 willys cj3 .owner built hot/rat rod. Complete fabricated new frame. Has 4.3 v6 w/700r4 trans. Dana 44 rear with disc bks. Coil overs on rear. Mustang 11 front. See pics for rest of body parts. Can build out. Calls only pls too much here for text tag”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
Has parts not shown in the pics, including 3 engines.
“I am selling a nice WW2 USMC jeep. It started life as a mz2 radio jeep used to send radio messages from shore to ship. It has never been off its frame as it still has its original frame bolts. Does have a grill and windshield just off of it currently. Comes with 3 motors and a bunch of other radio parts but will sell without the radio parts for cheaper.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $12,000.
(11/12/2016) “One of a Kind – 1951 Willys stretch Suburban Stationwagon
New Brakes and Steering
4 Doors – 6 Seats
350 Chevy with Edelbrock kit
425 HP
All New AC and Heating”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000.
This might have the Hudson steering mod.
“Old jeep barn find , I don’t know much about jeeps but it says willys on the back . I think it possibly could be a Army jeep”
This 2015 article in the York Daily Record shares the story of York-Hoover’s construction of the two original Bantam BRC bodies in 1940.
https://www.ydr.com/story/news/history/blogs/yorkspast/2015/12/07/earliest-jeeps/76956416/
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $11,500.
Travis shared this one. Has a replacement tailgate.
“Restored 1947 driven very little since resto. New interior, new Best-top. Condition is original and speaks for itself. I do not need help selling this vehicle-pls. do not ask. Texts will be returned, but very slowly.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
Serial number is supposed to be #10665.
“Willy’s Overland CJ2A 1945. Serial number 10665 The good: Rare model only 1824 were produced. All serial number plates are intact. Rare three speed column shift. Drive train all intact. All gauges are intact. Tailgate is in good shape. Comes with metal cab. The bad: Frame is completely gone. Tub has been covered with sheet metal and might be salvageable. Windshield is rotted. No paperwork except bill of sale from the last owner. It was last registered in 1985 in RI”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
The floors may have been patched.
“1946 CJ2A Jeep Willys, Canvas top, new suspension, new battery, Warn hubs, and new tires.”
Seems in good shape.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1268937103236862
“1959 Willy’s wagon project. New tires, new fuel system (tanks,pump,and lines.) New head liner. Have new replacement glass and gaskets. Mostly installed. New master cylinder. Does run and drive. Carb probably needs to be tuned. Still needs a new wiring harness and some trims pieces and odds and ends.”
Runs.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2246156295424667
“This is a 1945 GPW. Has all original drivetrain except has a Buick 225 oddfire v-6. EVERYTHING works. Lights, gauges, 4×4, brakes, etc….. Ready to go hunting. Flat tows easily. NO RUST!!! Hate to sell but I have to fund other projects. My loss, your gain. Pink in hand. Willing to trade for something of equal value”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9500. Thanks to Stephen for pointing out this is a CJ-3A not an M-38.
Looks in good shape. Missing a few minor parts.
“New parts have been added to include master cylinder, brake system, gas tank, tires, back seat, canvass top, $4,000.00 has been invested. It’s a 4 cylinder hurricane engine, includes new gauge’s. No accidents. It is in good condition. Front seat was done over but didn’t hold up, shows wear. ”
Appears road-ready.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/976842249156201
“1956 Willy’s Jeep Rat Rod 454 Big Block Jeep Cherokee 2wd Front Axle Manual Disc Drum Brakes TH 400 Manual Shift Transmission Dana 44 Rear End Shelby Cobra Leather Seats 10 gallon fuel cell Train Horns Push Button Start”
Includes a rebuilt F-head.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/511694742589401
“This is a project vehicle! It is a 1948 Jeep Willys. It was my grandfather’s. I unfortunately dont know much about it but can try to answer any questions you have. I do have a rebuilt motor that he built for it (pictured) but never got it put in the jeep. It has a clean title. As far as I know it is all original as far as parts but looks like its been painted before. Any questions just ask.”
Runs. Has a sears hardtop.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/373178163150059
“1950 ish willys no title can get a Vermont title if needed I believe. Needs radiator does run, nice old machine to fix up”
UPDATE **SOLD** Was $2100.
“Need some work like tail lights and brake switch bulbs.
This is 1946 Willy Jeep Project.
Has a clean title.
It has good tires runs good with a v6 .
Engine duel excuse.
Has newer glass.
No rust.
Tight trans an motor.
No battery but will start.
All running gear strong like new.
Has heater and other parts.
This is not a new car.”
UPDATE:**SOLD** Was $1500.
Looks rough.
“Stock axles, tranny and transfer case. Previous owner swapped a 225 buick oddfire V6 in it, turns over fine just haven’t had the time to fire it up. I have a new fuel tank to go with it as well as a spare tranny and transfer case and other misc parts. Message me with any questions, thanks”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $9000.
(07/17/2018) The body looks to be a DJ-3A body. I don’t see anything that suggest this was a 1943 MB/GPW.
“I have a 1943 Willys for sale. It is in excellent condition. It has 20,200 miles on it! I have a second set of black Willys wheels with military tires for it as well. Paint is a year old. I have the doors for it. It has the original drivetrain.(Go devil flathead engine, t90 transmission with Warn overdrive!). I have a tow bar for it, so it can be pulled behind a truck or r.v. This is the 18th and most favorite Jeep I’ve owned. I don’t have to sell, but I’m moving in a couple of weeks, so the cash would be helpful in the coming months. This jeep will not disappoint you! I will consider reasonable offers, but please don’t lowball me”
No updates today.
Vernon asked me about doing a Hatari related post. Now, put your coffee down before I say this … ready … I have never seen Hatari. Now that we are past that issue …
I spent some time looking for a way to watch the movie. It turns out there’s a website devoted to helping people find movies on different platforms: https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/hatari . In the end, it appears the cheapest way for me to watch it is to rent it through Amazon or head to a local library in search of a copy. In the mean time, the trailer is available via Youtube:
To see some jeep photos, I highly recommend the CJ-3B page’s coverage of the movie. As Derek notes in his article, Jeep claimed there were 43 different jeeps used for the movie, including CJ-6s, FCs, CJ-3BS, Wagons, and Trucks and perhaps a few others?
https://www.cj3b.info/Movie/Hatari.html
The Internet Movie Car Database (https://www.imcdb.org/movie_56059-Hatari!.html) also has some still shots from the movie, including this FC Dually flatbed:
Of course, there are still plenty of Hatari items on eBay:
Hatari Posters and Memorability on eBay, like this Belgian poster:
So, while you all read this post, I’m going to locate a copy of the movie!
Looks in good shape. Front Bumper might be bend slightly upward.
https://winstonsalem.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-jeep-1948/6678961263.html
“For Sale: 1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A; new military style tires; new vinyl top; new Warn hubs; runs good”
Has some unusual hood vents.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/d/51-willys-jeep/6685166214.html
“51 willys 351 windser, Holley pro-jection. runs good.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
(08/01/2018) Has a little bit of rust. Has Cutlas Powerlock hubs.
“This Jeep has been in the family since 1950, but it is time to let it go. It is not all original, the windshield is off a CJ3A, the rims are 15s not 16s, the tires are not military tread, converted to 12 volt, and the tire mount is on the tailgate not on the side. The motor though is the original 70 horse go devil motor and as far as I know has been rebuilt once. I think it may need to be done again as it smokes some on occasion.
It has a couple of rust spots and a few dents, but so would you if you were 70 years old! This old jeep just needs some TLC and it will be good to go. I just drive it around town in the summer, probably put less than a hundred miles a year on it but don’t know for sure since the speedometer hasn’t worked for almost 40 years. New head gasket last year and new hoses, belts, etc. Have custom made canvas top and spare tire, but the tire is probably older than me. All negotiations must be in person, thanks.”
Runs and drives.
https://longisland.craigslist.org/cto/d/1948-willys/6680468444.html
“Selling my 48 willys. Have owned it for 10 years. It runs and drives good. New fuel tank. And a new other parts”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2000. Additional parts included.
(08/18/2018) Listed as a’49, the VIN suggests it is a ’46. It does have an early CJ-2A grille.
https://harrisburg.craigslist.org/cto/d/1949-jeep-willys-and-parts/6673288447.html
“”EVERYTHING FOR $2,000 OBO
COMPLETE WILLY’S DOESN’T RUN. NEEDS BATTERY .
NEEDS WORK BUT WOULD MAKE A NICE PROJECT WILLY’S.
HARD TOP.
1 SEAT FRAME 52-66
46-49 FRONT FENDERS AND HOOD
1 REAR SEAT W/CUSHION
2 HARRISON HEATERS
3 OTHER HEATERS
$2000.00 OBO TAKE IT ALL””
