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UPDATE: Still Availalble.
(03/23/2018) I wonder if it has Korean War documentation?
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/d/1952-willys-jeep/6538030073.html
“1952 Willys Jeep. Had its first action in the Korean war and then found itself as a Rim Fire Jeep in the Fire service in Tahoe. 100% solid and drives like a dream. Seriously cool Jeep.”
UPDATE: *Still Available.*
(02/17/2018) Maybe someone can use this?
https://bend.craigslist.org/pts/d/cj6/6606539621.html
“Cj6 tub far from perfect but someone can use it give me a call”
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was $1500.
(03/16/2017) Interesting project. Maybe good for a race rig?
“Narrowed aqualu aluminum cj7 tub. 48″ wide. Has seat mount , shifter mount and steering rod mount. $1500 obo”
This ad was published in the tiny Oregon town of Nyssa, August 29, 1946.
<– Post Trip Items: German Documentary w/ Alaska Or Rust Folks –> | Day 21 – Saturday May 19th: Mr. Infamous –>
UPDATE II: Merlin has created an order page for the book. Payment by check or credit card (no PayPal), check preferred. Directions are all on the order page. After April 20th all books will be direct from publisher and more expensive.
https://hansonmechanical.wordpress.com/2018/04/05/ordering-the-alaska-or-rust-book/
We may have a handful of books for sale at the Midwest Willys Reunion, but probably not too many.
UPDATE: I confirmed with Merlin that the first run of hardcover books will cost $40 and that will include shipping in the continental US. The book is 144 pages with over 300 color photos. After that, the book will be available through Blurb.com at a cost of $42 + shipping (I suspect they print and mail them to order). When Merlin is ready, he will create a book order page on his website. He will only be accepting checks or money orders. I will let you know when he’s ready.
Printing number one of the book will be hardcover edition. I really like the hardcover so I will probably only release a paperback down the road, or maybe just print some and sell them at shows. As soon as I have the postage details together I will start accepting orders for books and I will setup a blog post with instructions on how to pre-order.
Merlin Hanson has authored a photo book on our trip to Alaska and received his first full proof yesterday. He doesn’t plan to print a lot of extra books, but I would be curious to know if anyone has any interest in purchasing a copy (I thought of this last night and still need to check with Merlin about it).
<– Post Trip Items: German Documentary w/ Alaska Or Rust Folks –> | Day 21 – Saturday May 19th: Mr. Infamous –>
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
Appears solid.
“1948 WILLYS Flathead, 4 Cylinder, No Rust, Rhino Lined Tub, Total Down to Frame Restoration, Runs Great, New BF Goodrich 32.11.50”
Nice looks wagon with an engine update.
https://eugene.craigslist.org/cto/d/1951-willys-2wd-wagon/6552836508.html
“A very special preservation of a nice station wagon. Body work done about 2000, including cab floor replacement w/ plate steel. New lacquer paint 2017. Engine professionally replaced 1 yr ago with good running Mercedes 3.0 5 cylinder diesel and Mercedes automatic transmission, including new driveline. New exhaust system. Electric fan w/ oil and transmission cooler. Interior done in the style of vintage woodies, with slat roof. Its 90% done, here’s what it needs still: heater installed (its provided). Some side glass replacement (wind wings, drivers side.) Needs better rear axle ratio– its now 4.88 and the MB transmission is geared to something like 3.49 to achieve a highway capable speed. Rear bumper is older chrome and is aged. Brakes all good and working, new master cylinder included for a later date if needed. Clean WA title. Its a very nice preservation, made for fun and touring.”
UPDATE; **SOLD** Was $4500.
Runs and drives, but does have some rust and needs some work.
“For Sale: 1947 CJ2a Willys Jeep. The Jeep is fairly original and is still six volts. Have clear title and is currently licensed as a historic vehicle. It does run and drive but needs attention with a good tune up, carb rebuild, transmission needs attention, steering, etc. all usual things an old vehicle like this might need. The tub does have the rust typical of the old Jeeps. The sale includes a service manual, parts manual and a 1947 owner’s manual. Also a spare WO carb with a new carb rebuild kit, five new Firestone NDT 600 X 16 tires, five new inner tubes, two wheels, a spare front grill, inner windshield frame, TightSteer accessory and other misc parts to numerous to mention.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $16,000.
(02/12/2018) Lots of custom work on this 3B.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/1954-willys-cj3b-jeep/6552256276.html
“I’m putting up my 1954 Willys CJ3B.
Motor: Chevy small block 307ci from a 1969 C10
Transmission: TH350
Transfer case: Dana 20
Front axle: Dana 27A with 4.27 gears
Rear axle: Fully rebuild 30spline Dana 44 with Detroit Locker and 4.27 gears
Brakes: 10in front and 11in rear power drum brakes.
Shifter: B&M shifter.
Tires: 33×12.5×15
Wheels: 15in American Racing wheels
Extra: Dana 30 front axle from 1973 Cj5 needs rebuild
Dana 30 rear axle from with 4.27 gears
Also comes with tow bar and tow lights.
Jeep is fully registered with pink slip in hand.”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $6250.
(02/11/2018) Has lots of updates.
https://springfield.craigslist.org/cto/d/1952-willys-jeep/6536056833.html
“taken the body off and sand blasted the frame and painted it with POR 15, aswell as the under side of the tub. Color, Viper Snake skin paint, the only rust on the jeep was in the tool box under the passenger seat that has been treated with the POR15 as well. The 33″ super swampers are no longer on it, it now has 31″ tires mounted on alumni rims.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was Best Offer.
Has at least some parts value. Seller has no idea what it is worth.
“Project Jeep FC 150 4X4. Mostly Original [from what I see].”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/18/2018) Cage looks good. The seat appears to be the same as what I have in Biscuit. That’s a bobcat hood.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/1952-willys/6532885034.html
“Nice newer paint (John deer yellow)
All new brake line’s , brake hoses , master cylinder and wheel cylinders
Has open knuckle Dana 30 with ratchet locker in front with 4.11
Gears (new bearings and seals) warren locking hubs
Stock rear diff except 4.11 gears
Has Rancho lift kit and Rancho shocks
Has new exhaust (high and tight)
Has hydrolic clutch all new parts
11 inch drum brakes from Ford pickup
Roll bar painted gloss black
New radiator
Lincoln tilt and telescoping stearing column
Power steering (front stear)
Chevrolet 230 did 6 cyl I believe had (running 2 years ago)”
Austin spotted this 3A. It might have some Free Lock hubs.
https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/willys-jeep/6552759248.html
“Here’s a Willys Jeep posting this for my nephew he has had it for a couple years he just doesnt use it much anymore. Very cool little Jeep would be great for on a farm or a toy for in the woods. Runs and drives good its amazing the places these things will go. Has some new parts on it and already converted to 12 volt charge system. Frame is in great original condition not all rusty or patched up. Came with bill of sale when he bought it and will be sold the same.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7500.
No hood?
“1952 Military Willy’s Overland M38 Jeep with military data tag. Off frame restoration. Every part blasted or replaced. New wheels, lights, instruments and more.”
Seller indicates he was going to take this to the PIR swap meet this weekend.
https://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/d/1948-willys-jeep-283-v8/6552929979.html
“At swap meet in the PIR till Sunday spot #2359”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7000.
(02/16/2018) Doesn’t run at the moment.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/1946-willys-jeep-cj2a/6554650348.html
“1946 cj2a willys jeep. 3 on the tree, all original. Brand new tires. Needs distributer. Have electronic distributer ready to install. Bought it last year and had an awesome summer with it. Was running up until about a month ago. Not enough time to devote to this badass jeep.”
It’s a project.
https://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/cto/d/1951-cj3a-willy-jeep-trade/6548564312.html
“Buick odd fire v6 (running)
Narrow track Dana 30 out of cj5 with disc brakes
Spartan locker
538 gears
Front frame extended with custom front bumper
Dual shackle points, winch point
Yj springs up front
Brand new not installed aluminum radiator
Only thing needed to make it streetable are yj springs in rear and recommend upgraded brake master cylinder and brake lines.”
Might be a good price.
https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/1954-willys-jeep-pickup/6551893950.html
“1954 Willys Jeep pickup project. Runs and drives but not roadworthy. No brakes and blocked fuel line. Cab and hood are in good shape. Fenders and box rough but probably repairable. Good compression, oil pressure. Heavy duty alternator, updated 2 barrel carb. 3-speed trans, high/low transfer case locking hubs. Lights will need re-wiring. Will continue to tinker with brakes and fuel system. As those issues are corrected, price will become more firm.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** “Was $2500.
Lots of rust.
“Up for sale is this what I believe to be as a 1952 Willys cj3b. Under the hood is a good old GM 4 banger with an offenhauser 4 barrel intake. Has not run in about 15-20 years. I was told it was built for someone who never came to pick it up. Will come with spare front axle. Floor is rusted through in a majority of it. Sitting on 33″ tires one of which does not hold air very well. It has no title but we can write up a bill of sale. Would highly recommend bringing a trailer. If you’ve got something you would like to trade offer it up. Worst I can say is no.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800.
(03/18/2018) This has an unusual dash. I might have seen this jeep at an event circa 1980. That dash looks a little familiar.
“1951 Willys Jeep for sale. NEEDS A CLUTCH. May need to clean the carburetor. Good engine & transmission. Asking $3800 OBO.”
2 projects and one parts Jeepster?
https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/3-48-willys-jeepsters/6552312541.html
“I have 3 48-49 Willy’s jeepsters one was restored in the 80s but left outside you can make 2 cars and one sweet roadster hot rod most of the parts are there including crome clean titles to all 3 located in central Montana”
That’s some thick mud! The photo features Staff Sargent Edward Adolphe of 350 West 57 Street, New York City in the jungle mud of Vella Lavella in the Solomon Islands.
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“1944- U.S. Marine combat correspondent moving through muddy jungle on Vella Lavella in Willys “Press” jeep.”
This hard-to-find brochure is being sold out of Great Britain.
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“An original Willys Jeep CJ-5 sales brochure – Willys Jeep Universal CJ-5 Emblem of 4-Wheel Drive Transportion brochure
Contents Include:
Worlds Most Useful Vehicle
Jeep Versatility
Functional Design Jeep Economy
Jeep Durability
Power to all Four Wheels
Petrol of Disel Engine – Jeep Balanced Power
Specifications
No of Pages: 8
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UPDATE: Mike confirmed via an FJ-3A brochure that these are the correct rims for an FJ-3A. I have a hard copy of that brochure and the hubcaps with the jeep name are visible in some of the pics. There can’t be many these hubcaps left.
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“This set of 4 hubcaps is extremely rare…original equipment on the 1961-1965 Fleetvan – FJ-3/FJ3A – Walk-In Delivery Van. Willys Motors
introduced the two-wheel drive vehicle in 1961 and it was produced through 1965. Example of these hub caps on vehicle is shown in last
photo. Photo is example only…vehicle NOT included in this auction.
These hub caps measure 10″ in diameter…see photo.
These hub caps are almost 60 years old…they show their age…the chrome is gone, they have a few dents and dings and a bit of rust. Please
examine photos closely and judge their condition for yourself.
Please message any questions before bidding…I will respond ASAP.
Payment will be expected within 3 days of auction’s end. I usually ship the day after payment received…always within 3 days.
Thanks for checking-out my listing.”
This collection has a few interesting items, such as early (factory?) photos of the Porter & Reed Hardtops. But, I don’t see a ton of value here. Interestingly, the rear door of the Porter & Reed top swings sideways.
