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It’s unclear to me what this is supposed to be, but it’s only $200. Might make an unusual looking racer.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/215571604853146
“”HJ-7 / Hum-J” Fiberglass body kit for a Jeep CJ, YJ, TJ. Never installed, but has sat outside for years. Cash in person only”
This drag jeep has a fiberglass Bobcat body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/190540524085876
“Nice drag car with slicks and paddles. Well built sounds awesome. There’s been alot of money and time put into this ride. Has a built 350 with th400 narrowed 9″ rear B&M shifter to much to list. If you look at it you’ll buy it. 6000 or offer.”
I can’t tell if the fenders are pre or post 1972.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5479162385517190
“Jeep Cj5 body fiberglass with fenders and extra body parts never used just dusty. No windshield include”
That looks to be a 1970s Bobcat body with the passenger filler indent along the side.
https://corvallis.craigslist.org/cto/d/corvallis-1948-willies-jeep-cj2a/7669873621.html
“Bought a number of years ago and just never got around to it. All it boxes and tubs. No seats, no fuel cell. 231 odd fire V6 x2. One is a short block as the long block I bought it with has a cracked block. I intended to swap the heads and intake and never got to it. Engine stand comes with project jeep.”
this appears to have a later-generation bobcat fiberglass body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/258587787151511/
“New aluminum floors new roll cage all new motor fired one time 215 dirt aluminum heads Crower 675 lift 282 duration solid lifter cam crawler roller rockers crowder rods 11 to one Keith Black pop-up Pistons all the goodies all new 588 Ford 9-in posi rear end all new brakes new gauges ready to go very fast”
It doesn’t run, but there may be value here. It’s got a fiberglass body.
https://nwga.craigslist.org/cto/d/resaca-1946-willys-jeep/7672378150.html
“1946 Willys Jeep for Sale
This Jeep is not running. I took it in trade and was told it was running when parked many years ago. I have had a battery in it and the engine does turn over. I was told it is a 1946 so I can only assume that is correct. The body looks to have been replaced with a fiberglass body at some point. From the cowl back it is fiberglass. The front fenders and inner fenders are steel. It looks to have the original running gear, although the shifter seems to be stuck in neutral. (There is no Title) The sale will be Bill of Sale only
Look at pictures, If you’re interested you can text me at 901 six one nine 692nine with questions. Due to spam calls I do not answer calls from unknown callers. Please make sure you text me before you call.
Reasonable offers will be considered.
Thanks for your interest”
This has a fiberglass body that I’m guessing was made on the east coast. I’ve seen a few of these. It has the wide rim around the back and a slight angle to the dash.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/976316976948231
“CJ3A military windshield, V6 engine, turbo 400 transmission, stretched to 12 inches, 1973 renegade rears. Mileage unknown”
Not easy to find these, but not much demand either. Seems a good price.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/839706230931737
“Center seat sand drag body and Jeep bare frame , older lightened Jeep frame ladder bar and spring mounts . Nothing but body and frame . 400 or maybe trade for small dirt bike”
It appears to have a Bobcat fiberglass body.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1280946016116829
“Sbc 350 with turbo 400 ready to race I built it to run at the Sand drags but I ended up getting a new side by side instead I don’t know much about the motor or trans but I do know it was impressive anyway Im mainly looking for cash to pay off some unexpected bills so I guess I’m not keeping it as a back up toy”
Jason posted these pics of a jeep-looking fiberglass body with some unique aspects to Facebook. The hood is lower than usual vis-a-vis the fenders, the rear fender wells have a flare modeling into it, the rear mid-section looks slightly longer, it has a step with a runner along the entire side, and the rear has a unique flare on the back. Also, it is interesting that the top edge around the back is about as thick as a Bobcat or Parkette body.
According the discussion on Facebook, “I was told by the owner there was a local guy he in nh that was big into fiberglass I guess he also built cobra body’s and he made a few of these.” I suspect there aren’t many of these around.
I suspect this engine is built. This has a fiberglass one-piece front end.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/329300779538689
“1949 Jeep willy cj 4×4 The original engine was replaced with a 350 v8 engine. with turbo 400 automatic transmission with Dana differentials. Everything works very well in engine and transmission. you only need to bleed the brakes”
There seems to be value here.
https://racine.craigslist.org/pts/d/lake-geneva-1946-willys-cj2a-tub/7629780289.html
“For sale is a 1946 fiberglass CJ2A fiberglass tub/body probably made in the 70s. Tub/body is removed from the jeep and ready for immediate pickup. Includes two fiberglass period correct flat fenders and a fiberglass hood..”
The body looks relatively untouched. There seems to be some value here. Price includes the trailer.
https://reno.craigslist.org/pts/d/reno-1946-ford-military-jeep-flat/7639642163.html
“46 military jeep project complete Buick V6 ,automatic transmission with overdrive, transfer case , Archer Brothers tub many extra pieces 3 grills, 2 sets of fenders one set new, three hoods, one New, one fiberglass, 1 solid windshield 1 New two piece windshield ,New tailgate, New fuel cell
includes trailer $2500 firm takes all possible trade”
This refurbed CJ-3A was built with a fiberglass body. Thanks to Mark for forwarding it.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/705410444296463
“1950 Willys CJ3A, $15,000. 59,557 miles, Fiberglass body with Scorpion liner exterior coating. Won’t rust or scratch. 1550 miles since the engine was rebuilt. Rebuild included new crankshaft, main and rod bearings, bored cylinders, new pistons and rings, milled head, ground and reseated vales. Items added or replaced: Wipers, seats, heater, battery, electronic ignition, alternator, starter, ring gear, fuel and voltage gauges, ignition switch, headlight switch, clutch, brake master cylinder, shoes and drums, front wheel seals, front transmission seal, dash light, front turn signals, factory rebuilt carburetor, throttle and pedal linkage, fuel pump, tires, 6,000 # winch, hood latches, exhaust, full Bestop and custom made bikini top. Comes with original seats, misc. spare parts, Owners and Service Manual and Master Parts list, and a 6th tire”
Listed as a 1950 CJ-3B, I’m guessing the chassis may have been a 3A.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/912605330043524
“1950 CJ3B after market fiberglass body. Includes rear dana 44 and front Dana 30 wide track axles w/4:10 gears open diff.”
The maker of this midwest, rear-flared fiberglass body is still a mystery to me.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/795507745468000
“tock drive train,new exhaust manifold, thermostat ,pinion seals,transfer case seals,all fluids changed,gauges,runs perfect,warn lock outs,full cage- not tied to frame full fiberglass body 3 inch body lift on 35 s ,have full set stock wheels and tires,same as the spare,rear fuel cell,seats have quick release for easy removal, call if have questions, too much list,cash only,no trades 937 4sixteen 5650 we are moving, needs a new home,price is pretty firm”
Here’s an unusual rig. Note the three windshield wipers.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1891993391157338
“EXTREME MONSTER>>>>ONE OF A KIND…. CUSTOM JEEP This Heavy Duty glass jeep was professionally cut in half and stretched 12” to fit on to a modified J10- ½ Ton Frame. IT IS NOW A MONSTER JEEP!!! WIDE like a HUMMER and lifted. All of the hard work is done BUT now I have to make room for a different interest in my garage. I have ALL of the custom made parts to complete the rest of the build already created. So with a little finishing up this BAD BOY is ready to take on anything. STREET LEGAL rock climber. All vehicle DOT inspections have been done. ( In a DOT inspection center ) I have a CLEAN Wisconsin title with no hidden BS about the build.>>>> Transfer Ready to Your Name It has the best of everything….
V8
4 speed Dana
Warn
Petronic Ignition
New Radiator
New Carb
Headers
HIGH END GLASS BODY…..VERY SOLID no cracks….
nice paint, good interior.
Additional custom made stainless steel and aluminum parts to complete build. Jeep will need some TLC before it is ready to roll…Has been street and highway test driven only. You can OWN THE ONLY ONE AROUND. VERY WIDE JEEP”
It’s got a Bobcat body and hood. Seems like there is value here. It may have Allstate (or Husky) Hubs.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/6688351604511666
“1953 jeep cj2a,full fiber glass body,bobcat hood,rear dana 44 front dana 27, no motor or trans or title. Tube fenders that are well built. These are left over parts from my cj3b build that’s the reason for no title.”
I could really use that tail gate … hmmm
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/203981225602804
“Willys jeep bobcat fiberglass body”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6750.
(01/05/2023) This is one of Rob’s former racers. I believe that’s a Bobcat body.
“Anyone interested in getting into the short 8 class of pnw4wda racing? I’m posting this up for a buddy, it used to be our family racer for many seasons While it’s been a few seasons since it was ours, it’s had a couple upgrades, and is for the most part turn key ready for next season. Comes with a spare fiberglass body and a pile of spare parts. Engine is 500 ish horsepower mostly Brodix full roller 327,top loader side shift 4 speed manual transmission, 20 transfer case, 44 differentials front and rear Current owners have moved up to a slightly more family friendly medium rig. If interested, send me a message and I’ll get you in touch with Brad.”
UPDATE: Zac shared a Parmley that he inherited along with a document that shows some pricing and states it was designed for the 81″ chassis.
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Originally posted in 2013, with some pic updates over the years:
As many of you know, I am very curious about the fiberglass aftermarket bodies made for the jeep. While I’ve seen most models for sale over the years, I have yet to run across Parmley Engineering’s fiberglass body, one of the more unique ones ever created.
After wrecking his CJ-5 in the early 1970s, Californian Tom Parmley, a machinist by trade, decided to build himself a better body for his still-good chassis. He wanted the body to legally accommodate wider tires, a dash box with more room, a hood that was lower, and other features. So, he built and tested his dream body with great success. Along the way, he received so much positive feedback that he created a kit so others could easily install a Parmley body on their CJ-5 Chassis.
So far, I have only located two resources that document this body. One is the February 1974 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine, which featured a multi-page article about the new body. Additionally, at least two issues of Four Wheeler Magazine also have ads for the Parmley body kit. The other resource is a June 1975 Popular Mechanics article. The Pop-Mech article also shows off the fiberglass top he invented (at least I assume it is fiberglass).
Here are a couple publicity photos taken by Tom Parley and published in the Feb 1974 issue of Four Wheeler:
This image shows the Parmley with a top and is from Popular Mechanics. Note the top example sports Desert Dogs …
Here is a Parmley-bodied jeep on the cover of a the May 1978 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine.
This Parmley Engineering ad appeared on the back of January 1974 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine:
Bob Christy wasn’t sure what this vehicle was when he photographed it in 2008, but now we know.
This Parmely sold in 2015 and included a rare top:
This one sold in 2022:
Lots of updates, including a fiberglass body and front clip.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2072259559639614
“948 WILLYS CJ2A, full ground up custom build, Buick 231 V6, full custom dual exhaust with headers, full fiberglass body, 1 set of on-road/all season wheels/tires, and 1 set of 31X10.50 All Terrain wheels/tires. OVERDRIVE transmission/transfercase, power steering. Chevy bucket seats, tilt wheel, AND MUCH MORE. Has WI title and is completely street legal (working turn signals, lights, seatbelts etc.). More details/info upon request, selling for my father. RUNS EXCELLENT AND IS FAST & FUN TO DRIVE, GREAT FOR PARADES TOO. Never driven in salt/poor weather. $16,500 OBO. SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY.”
This could be restored or turned into a racer. That cowl might be a little flat to property connect with a windshield (Bobcat bodies can have the problem, too .. .ask me how I know, lol). Plenty of value here.
https://www.facebook.com/commerce/listing/144514508498330
“fiberglass flatfender jeep tub. trade for a steel cj5 tub.”
