I can’t tell how solid this is, but with a serial number of #12201 and matching numbers, this might be a good find for someone.

“1946 CJ2A, serial #12201. 2201st ever produced for civilian use. Built in January ’46, all original, body, frame, and engine numbers match. I even have the original dash plates! Ready for restoration! Breaks my heart to sell but times are hard and I need the cash. $1800. Serious replies only. 615-948-8656 ask for Dave.”

http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/1823841578.html

UPDATE:  SOLD.

Dave let me know that this VEC is for sale over at the CJ-2A Page.  The seller hopes to sell the entire jeep, but if he can’t get it sold, he plans to part it out.  This has a serial number of #14575, so it is a very early CJ and it would be a shame to see this parted out.

You can see the thread related to this at The CJ-2A Page.

This VEC is a column shift with a Koenig hard top and a bumper weight.  The starting bid is only $850.

“1946 Willys Jeep with Koenig hard top and front bumper weight.  This is the pink and white jeep in the pic.  The blue jeep is in another auction.  Have not had it running.  Engine and trans were both stuck when I got it, but are both free now.  I do have the head that goes with the jeep.   will need front floor pans.  Typical rust for it’s age.  frame looks good.  Jeep will need a total restoration.  NO TITLE.  Title can be acquired through any title service for about $150. Sorry for the bad pics.  As you can see, it’s kinda buried.No shipping.  local pick up only.   Sold as is where is.  No warranties expressed or implied.  No returns or refunds.  $100.00 non refundable deposit due within 24 hours of auction end.  Full payment due within 10 days of auction end.  If not paid within 10 days, jeep will be re listed and non paying bidder charges filed.  This is due to past problems, Sorry.  Don’t bid if you don’t want it.  Jeep can remain here for 60 days while shipping is arranged.  Longer storage can be arranged.  Email before bidding.   Only item in listing is for sale.  no other items in pictures are for sale.”

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200

The seller lists this a a 1951, but it looks more like a VEC CJ-2A.

“This Jeep is complete and has the hard tin top. It ran a year ago when I parked it, I think maybe the carbureator needs cleaned now. 4cylinder motor and 3 speed transmission… 4×4 …Clear AZ title, ready to go! Will trade for a jet ski or a quad or ???”

UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200.

“OK. Here is the situation. We had this Jeep sold twice before but the buyers backed out. The reason is because we can’t find the title and the registration doesn’t match with the MVD records. The new owner would have to do an abandoned vehicle search and get a new title that way. We do not have the time to research all of this so we are willing to let it go at a cheaper price. This Jeeps blue book value is over $6000.

1946 Willy’s CJ2A Jeep. All original with added top. 6 volt system. Flathead 4-cylinder. RARE 3 speed on the column shifter. Original seat frames included. 16 in wheels. Been in the same family it’s entire life, 3rd owner in family. Spare tire. We started it a few days ago and drove it around but it does need a little TLC. More pictures available. Price is $2200.”

UPDATE: Was on eBay. **SOLD** As James notes, the seller neglects to mention the lack of a column shift (and I missed it too).

With a VIN of #10907, this is the 907th CJ-2A made.  It’s a rare vehicle.

“Out of the Utah high desert, WWII vet owned and maintained CJ-2A from 1945. First year a civilian Jeep was produced and one of the first 1000 made. All data plates are there and in good condition. True “survivor” with very few changes made to it over the years.

Compression and oil pressure are good, but I think the carburetor will have to be rebuilt (or ideally replaced, it’s not correct for the year). Has plenty of power and runs well at speed, but idles poorly (rich). Brakes work fine, shifts well through all gears. Was register/used right up until April 2009.

Front seat frames are original, rear is not, but would work/look fine while you shopped for an original. Body is in great shape overall (UT is the second driest state in the US, just behind Nevada) but it still has some hat channel rust under the front floor and tool box. No soft top or top bows.”

UPDATE: this is back on eBay

This CJ-2A appears to be a stock VEC CJ-2A with a serial number of 38965.  What makes this CJ interesting is that it is being sold by the second owner of the Jeep, the Jeep has matching numbers, and it’s a column shift.  What’s more interesting is that according to the CJ-2A site, column shifts were discontinued at number 38221.   So, it’s possible that this is one of the last column shift CJ-2As made.  Am I missing something?

“Low mileage – 64264 actual miles.  I am the second owner of this Jeep.  I have owned the Jeep since 1976.  This CJ-2A has all matching serial numbers, including the tag on the front frame horn.

This flatfender Jeep is an early 1946 model.  It has the original timing chain equipped Go-Devil flathead 4 cylinder engine and column shift 3 speed manual transmission.  The engine was rebuilt in the 1980s by my father and me.  The engine was bored 0.030 over, hardened valve seats were installed on the exhaust valves and the head was milled 0.020.  It has approximately 15,000 miles since the rebuild.  Has original “military standard” oil filter and oil bath air filter.  Also is equipped with a NAPA top cylinder oiler. Electrical system is 6 volt negative ground.  The Jeep has not been run in over a year and will need to be trailered or trucked.  It will need a new battery.

The driveline is all original with the addition of a Warn “All Range” overdrive unit.  The orignal column shift 3 speed transmission shifts solidly and does not pop out of second gear on deceleration as many of these older jeeps are prone to do.  Transfer case is original 2 speed and shifts great.  The rear axle is a Dana 41 and the front axle is a closed knuckle Dana 25.  Gear ratio is 5.38…. ”

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Brett found another interesting deal in Utah.  The seller labels this a 1952, but it looks like a VEC CJ-2A to me.  It looks like it was also a column shift at some point.

“Sold As Is.  1952 CJ2A Jeep.  Has 2 motors needs install.  Asking 1000.00 or best offer.”

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=0&nid=443&tab=list/view&ad=2222121

UPDATE: Mike notes the general consensus on this VEC is that maybe only the frame and running gear is from the ’45.

With a serial number of 10,077, this is an early CJ-2A.   Unfortunately, it appears someone spray painted this wildly.  Interestingly, it is missing the tool indents.

“This Jeep is the 77th Civilian Jeep manufactured by Willy’s and includes a ” 3 Point Hitch ” for the Farmers of America. The engine is a “Flat Head 4 cylinder that runs good ….no smoke”. The shift for this jeep is a 3 speed on the column. The tires are new and are mounted on original solid Jeep rims.  The brakes have been worked on. There has been some body work and the Jeep was painted recently. Mechanically the Jeep is in good condition but will require some tinkering (TLC)….”

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Here’s an early CJ-2A.

“1945 CJ2A – Only 1800 CJ2A’s were made in 1945. Has tool indent on driver side. Has tube front cross member. Serial # 11495. Runs and drives. All lights work. Transmission has been rebuilt. Brakes have been converted to 11″. Original 134 Flathead – smokes. Floor has been replaced with new metal in rear. Includes hand wench with crank. This is a hard to find jeep that actually runs and looks good. Email with questions.”

http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/1601552861.html