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UPDATE: This is back on eBay
(09/28/2012) Needs engine and transmission.
“1942 Willys Jeep, model D3, rare find. Told that it was the first mail truck in N.C. It needs total restoration , needing engine and transmission. etc. It a great restoration piece. It has a original metal roof and original suspension and drive axles. Two wheel drive.”
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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 on eBay.
(11/24/2012) At some point this was converted to 4wd. It looks like most of the column-shift mechanism is still on the column.
“1957 Willys Jeep CJ3A with 50,336 miles. 4 cyl. engine purrs. 3speed 4WD with lock out front hubs. New exhaust, brakes, fuel pump, shocks.
Has full hard top with sliding doors. Tow bar. Has all 5 original wheels and tires.
Has a heater. 12 volt battery. New turn signals recentlly installed.
Also has fold down windshield.
Original seats look good.
Full gauges, all work.
2nd owner owned from 1967 until 2010. I’ve had it 2 years.
No rust ever. Very clean, good running old Jeep.
Real straight body.
Has the service manual included.
Current tag. Clear title.
I’m not sure exactly which model this is, the vin tag on the dash says DJ3A. vin is 5633712658.
The original colors are red with a brown seat.”
There deserves a closer look. I can’t tell if there’s some rust lurking under the surface or not. No description provided.
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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 is back on eBay
(11/14/2012) This looks nice. It has a clever spare tire holder that uses part of the PTO bar. It’s worth a look. The custom undercarriage is lower than usual.
” 1947 Willys CJ2a. This is an easy driver for anyone. It was built for my mother to drive around. It has all the great Willys jeep modifications including:
Saginaw power steering
Buick 231 V6
Dana 44 rear, Dana 27 front, 3:73 gears.
Turbo 350 automatic transmission with single stick Dana 20 transfer-case.
Adjustable front bucket seats (Drivers side has the wheel-well “notched” for more adjustment room- I am almost 6’3″ and can drive this comfortably.
Vent in windshield frame that can be opened for air flow (See pics)
Dome lights wired in hard top
M38 Military lightweight Arctic Top.
Swing out spare tire (see pics)
Two “stock style” gas tanks on passenger and drivers sides.
Near NEW tires
This Jeep was never used off the road. It will get around town and fly down the freeway just fine. This is a really snappy rig and will take off at the drop of hat. It gets lots of looks going down the road. The only trouble is the gas gauge which needs worked on and a small chip in the windshield which has a “glass sticker” on it to keep it from spreading. Please ask any questions. I am selling this in cooperation with my father.
The work was completed about 10 years ago on the jeep. It has always been garaged and rarely driven in the rain. It was a spring and summertime driver.
Alas, it’s top will keep you warm and dry (has heater and defroster). In heavy water (such as during washing or heavy rain) some water will gather in the front floor boards. We always just put a towel down there when washing. Someone could easily track the source of the water getting in, we just never did as it was a nice day driver.”
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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2250
(03/11/2012) “For sale: 1963 CJ3b
This CJ is among the last of the Willys branded ever made. There has been 3 owners in its lifetime. The Jeep was redone in the early 80s by the second owner. I got this Jeep 6 years ago.
This is a project.
I am roughly 60-70% done with it. I rebuilt the engine, transmission, transfer case, both differentials, upgraded the brakes (everything new), painted the frame with rust inhibiting paint, and a few other thing here and there.
What need to be done to finish this project is to finish installing some of the drive-line components, steering parts would need to be replaced ($15 for a tie rod end), cooling system installed, some bodywork, and the electrical system.
The body is rough, however replacement bodies are available. the hardtop is solid and all glass is in good shape.
I have almost everything one would need to finish this project, and all will go with.
This CJ is a rare find. It would be a perfect project for someone just getting into working on cars and trucks as a hobby, or someone who would lake to make it into an off road toy (as I was doing) This Jeep has a clear title and would be easy to get it back on the road. Parts new and used for these Jeeps are readily available.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Brett spotted this one. It is supposed to have military axles. It might have a military body, too. It’s worth a look. It’s got a Kelly hardtop.
“This jeep will run with a new distributor. I have one- just no time to put it in. Has the military axles, and is fairly clean.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800
How about that windshield?
“1942 Willies Jeep, motor does turn over.”
This runs, needs brakes. Needs gas tank too?
“52 Willys in great shape.6 volt 4 cyl. that runs great, master cylinder needs rebuilt for the brakes to work. aluminum hard top. $2500 O.B.O call or text 503)705-0142”
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/3404457577.html
UPDATE: Orange jeep was for sale here in 2012. **Sold in late 2012 (listed for $5500 with another jeep). Relisted in 2015 with a hood bumped added.
This appears to have a fiberglass body, but I can’t tell for sure. This was for sale back in April. Since then it looks like it was painted. The top has definitely been painted.
“Have 1948 willys jeep with snow plow and lots of extra and New parts Have a 1946 willys to go with asking price or will separate. Has new tires,rims, springs, battery, hood. To much to list”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/3402375703.html
Steve spotted this photo of an Armoured CJ-5 used by Armoured Banking Services to transport cash. On July 26th, 1966, this jeep was used to ferry cash to the Veterans Administration. A couple of men decided to make a withdrawal from the two employees carrying the cash into VA building, knocking them down with a submachine guns. You can read the whole story in the article below the eBay photo.
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This is an article I found online about the robbery:
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: **SOLD** Was $800.
There may be value here.
“Up for sale is a 48 willys, 98% complete, alum hard top comes with, engine needs to be rebuild. I pulled the head and looks as though one piston started to come apart at rhe ring line. block is still ok. I will sell it for $800 cash with a clear tittle or $650 without the title.”
UPDATE: Was $5000. **SOLD**
This cj-2a has a rare Carson Machine and Supply Carcraft top.
“1948 Jeep, 225 Cu In 1966 Jeep/Buick V6,3 speed trans with All range Overdrive, 6000 Lb Electric Winch, Upgraded Brakes, 2 fuel tanks 10 gal each, Radio, Heater, Electric Wiper, Swingaway tire carrier, 3 seat belts in front, Roll Bar, Rear seat, Turn signals with 4 way, and Aluminum Hardtop. Set up with 6 ft snowplow operated by the winch. 2 sets heavy duty mud and ice tire chains. Clear title and all systems operate and runs well.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7000.
It seems a good deal of work has been done. However, the windshield is cracked and it looks like it could use a little body work.
“1950 Willys CJ3A Jeep. Rebuilt Engine, Rebuilt Transmission, Rebuilt Transfer Case, Rebuilt Carb, New Clutch, New clutch Linkage, Replaced Rear End. New Complete Brake System. Rebuilt Starter, Rebuilt alt, Original Air Cleaner and Oil Bath . Steering Colum Rebuilt, Converted to 12 Volt System, Fuse Box, All New Color Coded Wiring, New Electronic Ignition, Turn Signals, Brake Lights. Radiator Cleaned, Fuel Tank cleaned, New Fuel Sending unit. Frame off with all new Body Bushings and Hardware. Interior floor sprayed With Back Rhino lining. New Hood. Needs Paint and Seats Recovered. Windshield is cracked. Has a hard top manf by a after market dealer in Houston Texas in the 50s.”
That’s an unusual top configuration.
“i have a 1947 willys jeep, with military gum dipped tires, and 1 spare. all original. 3 speed. 4 wheel drive. with 1 shifter for the front drive line and 1 for 4hi and 4lo. L 134 go devil engine. original 59879 miles.hard top included. I have alot of personal problems, which is why i am selling this cheap. yes its mine. the old title actually listed it as a 48 but the VIN i looked up said 47, took it to the dmv and they fixed it for me. priced to sell. runs, drives, stops. ready to go.
5o9 834 9277 call only(anytime) please”
http://yakima.craigslist.org/cto/3364385068.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2200. May have a Porter & Reed hardtop
(10/09/2012) This looks to have rust along the driver’s side. It has no title.
“1946 Willys CJ2a jeep that has been used on a deer lease. The jeep runs and drives good. The gauges all work, horn works, lights all work, the four wheel drive works good, the transfer case seal on the front drips gear oil, the transfer case makes some noise but still works good, the engine runs good, the cab on the jeep can come off, but works pretty good in the winter. The jeep does have some rust, this jeep would be good for hunting out of or using on a ranch. The jeep has not been on the road and the title is lost, but will provide a bill of sale to the winner.”
**** If you have any Four Wheeler Magazines from the 1960s or 1970s and you don’t want them, I’d love to get them. I’d like to record more of these unusual aftermarket items. Just email me at d@ewillys.com ****
I ran across this unusual Controurtop Hardtop in an ad from the April 1967 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine. I’ve never seen one of these for sale on Craigslist.
This “Topless Top” article appeared in the March 1966 issue of Four Wheeler Magazine. Given the top was made of plexiglass, I suspect it is unlikely there are many remaining (if any). I have bid on the issue, so I hope to have better images and more information if/when I win it.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500. Could be a Porter & Reed hardtop.
It doesn’t run.
“I’m selling a 1948 Willys Jeep CJ2a with a fully enclosed cab. I have been told the hood has been modified for a newer motor. Great restoration potential. I know it needs brakes & battery. One flat glass pane in rear cab is broken but all other glass intact. 6-volt electrical. front mount PTO winch. It was started about 15 years ago but has sat since. Clear title. Asking $1,500.00 but will consider serious offers. Will need to be moved on a trailer”
UPDATE: Was $3000. **Status Unknown**
This looks solid. It is at four different colors: blue, black, red, and green.
“For Sale 1949 willys jeep… 1959 volvo motor runs great. Body good condition. Street legal.”
UPDATE **SOLD** Was $800
“Here is what i got….1957 willys cj-3b in restorable condition…barn find. there is two of them.
the one pictured is all there….needs to be restored, but is do able. i dont have a place to store it now so it has to go.
i have a 1960 cj-5 that is the partsdonor for this jeep, it has complete driveline and a front clip only but is a rolling chassis.
i do however have the Jeep Hy-Lo pump system, and the frame mount system for the plow….
i have to go back and get the cj-5 from the barn soon….the 57 is at my home. have lots of parts and need to go asap…….will listen to reasonable offers and trades.’
This ad is supposed to be from 1947, probably published in Quebec (as the seller is from Quebec).
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UPDATE: Still Available
(09/02/2012) They broke the mold after creating this one. It includes a capstan winch.
“Willy’s jeep 1942. Has original 4 cyl. engine that purrs and doesn’t smoke. I’ve yet to see anther like this one, it is two seat with a pickup box behind. On the front bumper is an engine driven capstan winch, go online to “willy’s capstan winch kit” and you will see that this item alone sells for $3250.00 plus shipping. Also comes with an aluminum bolt on roof with two aluminum doors and an A-frame rig that bolts to the front bumper for pulling stumps and whatever. If you want to have a jeep that nobody else has, respond to this ad. I’ve had many people look at this jeep and they all agree that it appears to be made this way by the factory. You won’t find another like this one. No scams accepted, cash only.”
http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/cto/3290865946.html
