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UPDATE: Was $500. **SOLD**
Given the half top there may be value here.
“Early 1949 Willys Cj3a Jeep. Sears “allstate”aluminum half cap with door frames. and plow. ran and drove when parked. Good for project or parts. $500.00”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $500.
At this price, it’s worth a look.
“1953 Willys CJ3B
*parts only…no title
*solid frame
*driveline entact
*good motor
**no distributor or carb
I will be happy to email or text pics of certain parts if you’re seriously interested.
For sale as is ~CASH ONLY, no credit cards, checks, trades, or anything of the sort…SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
There seems to be value here. Engine runs, cab looks good, and there are extra body parts.
“1957 Willy’s Jeep CJ5 with plow.
Engine runs great, does not leak oil, drive train in good condition, brakes need some attention.
This was stored in a barn for many years. Converted to 12V starts right up and runs great, could use a new starter drive.
F head 134 engine, lock out hubs. Body has rust but not that bad for a 57. I have new rear body panels that will go with it. No title, will sell with bill of sale.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000
Eric spotted this original M-38A1. This has the hinged grille, so it should be a ’52 or ’53.
“Army Jeep! Runs with a little work, Great for restore or parts! ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
(08/17/2012) This has some rare coil springs installed on the rear. The seller is a little confused about the CJ-3B. The overload springs shown in the first pic might be an earlier version of the Canfield Springs shown in the brochure in the following post.
“1953 CJ3B (M38A1 early model) rebuilt trans and transfer case. Half cab, have new bed floor and end gate. $2500. Not interested in trades. If interested please respond wiht your phone contact (to help weed out scams). Thanks.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1750.
(12/03/2012) Lots of surface rust, but it appears solid. Unclear if it runs or not.
“1947 CJ2A with steel Half Cab. Great restore project. It’s all there”
Walter spotted this CJ-5. It looks pretty stock. This might make a good stock restoration if the rust is only at the surface.
“Not sure of exact year 1964-1971. Needs fuel pump. Would like to trade for pontoon trailer, boats, golf carts, atvs. Open to all trades.”
http://hiltonhead.craigslist.org/bar/3584856407.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500
This has no engine. It has the rear PTO, a nice half cab, and looks very restorable.
“Half Cab, needs motor, body, reassembly. ”
Needs work.
“Project Jeep for sale. Taking offers. Email to set up a showing. Thanks”
http://lacrosse.craigslist.org/cto/3524994997.html
UPDATE: ***SOLD*** Was listed at $2700.
UPDATE: Also on eBay
There may be value here.
“This is a complete 1957 Willys Jeep that I have owned for about twenty years and have done nothing with it. So its time to sell. $550 any questions you can text me at four zero two 990 seven thousand.”
http://lincoln.craigslist.org/cto/3484368758.html
Choose between several different tops.
“I have 3 hardtops ,one is a military arctic top,the other two are civilian tops.call for prices,ph no 507 685 4418 no emails please”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/cto/3441845003.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $600. Appears to have a Worman halftop.
(09/09/2012) There might be some value here in parts, but it’s not clear to me how much.
“1946 JEEP WILLYS PROJECT…ALL THERE HAS A BUICK V6 CONVERTION….DID RUN A FEW YEARS BACK…DUAL SPEED TRANSMISSION…HAS PLOW SET UP ALSO.. SOLD AS IS FOR PARTS OR REPAIR”
UPDATE: This was listed back in 2009. Price has dropped to $2000 since then. It looks like a good price.
(07/23/2009) There have been some minor updates to this. The last ad listed this phone number, but I’d try by email first.
“For Sale- 1947 CJ2A Willy’s Jeep. Stock motor & trans. 12 volt. Runs O.K. New tires. $2000.00 obo.
http://portland.craigslist.org/yam/cto/3420908378.html
UPDATE: This sold quickly.
“I have a 1949 CJ3A Jeep that I am selling for a friend. The Jeep runs well and the body is solid. The tires are like new,good brakes and has been recently upgraded to a 12 volt Delco altenator. Comes with a 6′ full hydraulic snowplow that is all hooked up and ready for winter. Michigan titled.”
UPDATE: Steve sent some more pictures. This is interesting.
Steve had this half cab for sale. It appears to be a CJ-5/CJ-6 model.
Steve writes, “I have this old half top looks like protype of some short. It is not really homemade. It has cut outs for the early rollout windows and a sticker of some kind just under the back window…..would like to sell it … its located in Lander, WY, for $1000. my phone number 307-850-2890.”
UPDATE: I had the wrong link to Goose’s original build (thanks Dave).
Goose forwarded some images showing the addition of a half cab to his CJ-3B. Goose spotted this half cab on eWillys this summer. He worked out a deal with the seller, then set about making a few customizations so that it would fit. It sure turned out nicely! If you don’t remember Goose’s Project CJ-3B, you can see his original four-month build here.
UPDATE: Was on eBay. Status Unknown.
(09/29/2012) This solid looking CJ-3A looks like all it needs is a paint job to be a good looking jeep. The nicely made half top out of boat material is very interesting too. Whoever made those could probably sell a few — it is hard to find bikini tops for the early CJ’s, especially ones that fit so nicely.
“I bought this Willys from my uncle about 5 years ago. He used it in an apple orchard for many years to pull apple wagons so it went with out license tags for MANY years. It was only driven during apple harvest season so it got few miles usage each year. He and I both always stored it in the garage and never drove it in the winter. He had the engine overhauled about 9 years ago when he forgot to put oil in it during an oil change. When I got it the tranny and transfer case growled terrible do to many years with bad boots on the shift levers letting in water and dirt. I installed rebuilts about 5 yrs ago and it now runs very quietly. It is used as a summer putt around vehicle here in Deadwood SD so has been seen by MANY in this area. It purrs around nicely at speeds up to 50 mi/hr with out the typical WILLY WOBBLE. Driven mostly around mountainous terrain with out heat problems. (I had the radiator boiled out before I put it on the road 5 yrs ago). Lights and brakes work good. New windshield and windshield hinge gasket 2 yrs ago. New plastic under seat gas tank (same design as original). New gas sending unit which does not register correctly–I think it might be for a 12 volt. Other gages work fine. New speedo cable but speedo JUMPS when connected (Maybe the wrong drive gear was put in during rebuild). Emergency cable is missing but other parts including handle are included. Has warn lock outs in the front diff. It shows very little rust. The frame and floor are in good condition. The SURRY top(2 yrs old-made of boat cloth) and frame comes off very easily so windshield can be folded down. This is a very nice little Willys which I am selling only because have another.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
Some dents and dings on the passenger side and has some floor rust.
“This is a mechanically beautiful truck hiding inside a well patinated body. I’ve been driving it all over Petaluma this year, enough that it’s become well known and loved. I’d keep it forever, but our first baby will be here next month, and I have five cars that can’t hold a baby seat. D’oh!
Here’s a list of recent work:
– new radiator, thermostat, hoses, belts
– new cap, rotor, points, condenser
– new spark plug wires, plugs, coil, battery, battery cables
– rebuilt carb
– oil change, filter
– new fuel tank, all new lines & hoses, new fuel pump and fuel filter
– new or rebuilt all wheel cylinders and master, new lines and soft hoses
– axle seals (inner and outer, front and rear) replaced and packed wheel bearings, new swivel seals
– greased all chassis lube points
– rebuilt original Dualmatic locking hubs
– new rear main seal, timing cover seal, crankshaft seal, oil pan gasket, rocker cover gasket
– new muffler and rear portion of exhaust
– fresh tune-up including valve adjustment
– new NDT tires and tubes
– new full top bow set and Sunbrella canvas half cab
– 48″ farm jack mounted to front bumper
More good things:
– original chaff guard included (hard to find)
– starts easily, runs very well, shifts, steers, brakes etc. just as it should
– tow bar included for easier transport
– spare engine with all ancillaries comes with it; very handy for reference and emergency spares
– original black CA plates with current registration
Current needs:
– speedometer broke and was taken out to send to rebuilder; can rebuild or buy new one from Walck’s for $75 (maybe less on ebay)
– fuel tank sender needs replacement; registers ok between 1/4 and empty so at least you know when you need gas
– obviously needs body and paint if you want to win a show. Most people (including me) seem to get a bigger kick out of the patina that only 66 years of existence can produce
– rust through on passenger floor and bottom of tool box, pitted driver’s floor; otherwise just surface rust
– new owner may want new front seat canvas ($110 from New Life Canvas, screws in place)
– windshield vent levers are not installed (they are included with the truck)”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was several prices.
Dean reports this is posted with several different prices. It may indicate the seller is floating different prices, or it could be scam.
The fuel pump is having a problem. Looks pretty stock.
“I have an all-original 1954 Willy’s Jeep for sale. Uncut, unmodified in any way. If you are looking for a 100% original Willy’s this is it! This Jeep runs and drives. However, the fuel pump is a little weak. I am working on that right now. The minimal rust it has is very fixable. This Jeep has factory “Koenic Iron Works” hardtop and hard doors. Door windows roll up and down. This jeep is unmolested- from the period fire extinguisher, to the fan in the cabin. I even have the owners manual. The mileage is original at 44,000. I bought this from the original owners son. This is a fantastic original specimen and a very rare find considering the hardtop and harddoors. This Jeep is in good condition and is truly a nice vehicle. Look at the pictures! $5400 OBO!! OR I am looking for a decent 4×4 for trade. I am interested in Expeditions, Land Rovers,”
This includes a hardtop and a plow. It also runs and drives.
“This is a hard to find model, the first generation scrambler. This is a project, but does run good, shifts, stops, and 4×4 works. Frame is in very good shape, but body sheet metal pretty much gone. Has a snow plow with hydraulic lift and manual angle. 586-419-4196”
http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/cto/3338485067.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(06/14/2012) This has a rear winch.
“1951 Willys Jeep CJ3A, Great restore project! Brakes are solid! Starts and runs! Rare half hard top! Has PTO, hand throttle, solid frame, beauttiful original Willys tailgate and windshield frame. Newly recored radiator, new hoses, much underhood restorations. Look at the pictures folks! Just need finishing touches!”
Old Color from July
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2450.
(05/15/2012) The rear on this is very unusual. The S/N is only 19370. The tool indents appear in good shape.
“Original motor converted to 12V. Runs good,stored in garage 30 plus years. Have full steel doors. S/N 19370. ”
Thanks to Dennis for correcting me. Admittedly, I hadn’t had my caffeinated tea before deciding what this was. With that in mind, check out how this CJ-6 is setup for lighting.
“For sale is one 35mm Kodachrome color slide.
Washington, DC Fire Department Floodlight Unit.
1966 Willy’s Jeep.
Photographed by Charles Marcus on 10/7/1983.
From the collection of the late Richard M. Adelman of Memphis, Tennessee.
Shipping and handling is 75 cents in the USA.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $20.
Not a perfect Sears / Meyers hardtop, but a great price.
“Jeep topper with doors. Came off a CJ3 Willies Jeep. 4zero6-5nine9 two87three”
