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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000. Has a Sears Deluxe Hardtop.
It looks solid.
“Restored 1947 Willys CJ2A Jeep. Approximately 50 miles on overhauled original flathead 4 cylinder engine. Lock-out hubs, high/low 4-wheel drive, aluminum factory top, original 16 inch rims.”
The seller notes this “Just needs minor finish work”!?! At least the winch looks valuable. This was for sale back in April, 2009, though at that time it had no motor or tranny.
“1948 cj2a willys jeep with 83 ford 4 cly motor runs good, 6000# winch , just needs some minor finish work asking $1,600. Can be seen at 22330 willamina creek road in willamina.”
http://salem.craigslist.org/cto/1897713717.html
This looks very nice.
“1958 Willys Jeep CJ5, Koenig PTO Winch, Koeing Hard Top, 36,000 miles and everything works. No rust (spent it’s life out West). Jeep has good snow tires, heater and radio. Must see to believe. Price is firm at $3,000.00. For questions and to view, call 601-813-6322. Thanks.”
http://jackson.craigslist.org/cto/1888096434.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1300.
$1300? Really? I’m guessing it doesn’t run?
“1951 Willys flat fender JEEP. All original with hard top, good tires, chrome wheels, Rancho springs. CALL four 80- three90- 6051 — $1300 or trade for another offroad toy or boat”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1000.
“I have an old Willy’s I need to get rid of. Its been stored inside for at least 30 years. I aquired it several years ago, never found the time to do anything with it, and trying to make more room. It has a very rare Worman Jee-Cab hardtop on it as well. Was told it ran when it was parked, but I have never tried anything with it. If interested, please reply though craigslist, as my email goes directly to my phone.”
UPDATE: WAS $2000. **SOLD**
This runs. It looks like a good wind would blow the paint right off of this.
“This is a nice little Flat Fender CJ. Someone went through the running gear a few years ago and it was on the road. It runs good, just put a new battery and fuel pump in it. Brakes are good and I think it will pass inspection as is. The body need some patches. The Plow Hoist in the photo does not come with it.”
That is an unusual F-head engine hood modification. The Willys-Overland hard top looks great. I don’t think the grille looks original (the parking lights appear to be a later model). The overdrive isn’t original either, as it hadn’t been developed as of 1946.
“Offered for auction is a classic 1946 Jeep. This jeep has been family owned since new. It is so old the VIN # is 65111. It is all original except for the installation for an up graded F-Head engine in the early 1950’s. The hood scoop was added to allow for the room needed. It has “dual-matic” front hubs and a Warn 20% reduction overdrive all standard. This rare old jeep also has the original metal top and a heavy duty (tropic) radiator. The tires are new. This jeep runs perfectly. It is ready for restoration or modification. It is a great example of solid steel construction from 1946. A true American Classic. Bidders please note it is offered locally as well.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2700
(06/02/2010) This appears solid.
“This is a 49 willy’s jeep in good mechanical condition. The drivetrain has been recently gone through with all new bearings, brakes, drives nicely down the road. Comes with hard top complete with slider window doors, tow hitch, and trailer lights. Has all original running gear not modified or souped up. Body is a little rough, but the thing is very fun to drive in the hills. Has 31″ super swampers that are around 20-30% tread left, air shocks in rear.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
(03/28/2010) There’s been a number of updates on this flattie.
“327 Rebuilt Engine with approximately 700 miles. 4 speed, 8000 lb wench, 35 x 12.5 tires, 4 barrell Edelbrock carburetor, headears, tow bar, 6 point roll bar, 5 point harness seats. Runs Great!!! If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an appointment to see, please call”
This looks in pretty good shape, though I suspect there’s some rust underneath.
“THIS IS A 1957 WHILLEYS JEEP ALL ORIGENAL WITH METAL HARD TOP AND HEAT 27000 ACTUAL MILES 2 SETS OF TIRES. 1400.00 OR BEST OR WILL TRADE FOR A 16TO 20 FOOT PONTOON BOAT EQUAL VALUE. PLEASE CALL AS IM LISTEN THIS FOR MY FRIEND. 989-785-3693 ASK FOR RAY . PLEASE NO E-MAILS AND NO SPAM AND DONT ASK TO SELL THIS FOR ME.”
http://nmi.craigslist.org/cto/1812177809.html
This looks like it has been sitting a while.
“1948 Willys Jeep Hardtop with Front tow bar. Tires good. Delivery negotiable. (231) 499-9244”
The seller says no rust.
“Great condition…runs like a top..new upholstery,. new chrome, original hardtop(very rare), new battery, no rust. I will deliver for a price 4×4 , jeep ,off road, rock crawler, willy , willy’s.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/1798248723.html
This has a PTO on the rear.
“1953 Willys CJ3, Great condition, has hard top with windshield, has PTO mounted on rear bumper, guages work, very solid Willys, Serious inquiries only.”
http://boise.craigslist.org/cto/1792624822.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
Depending on the work needed, this looks like it’s not a bad price.
“50 Jeep CJ3a; great condition for year; kelley hard top in great shape; l-head 4 cyl
runs/ drives but needs work; thanks for looking, ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay.
I don’t see too many DJ-3As that still have their tops. Someone converted this to 4wd.
“Unique Willys Jeep with a fiberglass roof and steel doors and sides. This jeep is in good shape for the age. Willys flathead 4 cylinder runs fine, transmission and 4 wheel drive work fine. Cooper military type lug tires. Has new front springs, new brake shoes on all 4 wheels.Fun jeep to drive. This jeep needs a new master cylinder or rebuild. Gas tank has seap leak if filled full. Has some rust in the bottom of the doors. Floor pan appears pretty solid. As you can see in the pictures there are some surface rust spots on the body. Drivers door window is cracked. Other glass is good. Seats from a new jeep are installed. The jeep comes with the original split bench front seat, original locking hubs, has Warne hubs installed, extra transmission and transfer case parts. It has a tow bar installed with a 2″ hitch so you can tow it home.”
This has got a great old top.
“Flat head 4 cylinder engine. Winch runs off transfer case from transmission.”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/1767167858.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
On a trip to Bonner’s Ferry, Idaho, Dan discovered this unusual project. Underneath all the modifications is a 1943 GPW. What’s amazing to me is that, all things considered, it doesn’t look all that bad. Someone certainly cobbled together a variety of vehicles, along with a healthy supply of diamond plating to keep this vehicle on the road. No doubt it was better than sporting a soft top in cold weather.
UPDATE: A reader purchased this and reports about the purchase in the comments.
” 1948 Willys Jeep. Runs Great – looks great – Selling because I need to make room in our garage and I’m not using it. The only thing that needs some attention is to track
down what’s draining the battery and passenger side windsheild wiper.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
Here’s a non-running CJ-3A.
“1952 Willys Jeep.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000. It has a Muller Top.
UPDATE: More pics. Some interesting pics of the custom soft top. Price dropped to $10,000. This also comes with the electric overdrive, which demonstrates you can sneak one of these behind a transfercase in a flattie.
(10/06/2009) It looks like there’s been some well done customizations. I’d like to see more pics to see more.
“Rare 1953 Willy is a spectacular addition to any Jeep enthusiast • Custom Top • Custom Paint w/ Ghost Flames • New Tires & Wheels • V6 Chevy Motor • Rebuilt Front End • New Front & Rear Gears & Bearings • New Rear Axles • New Rear Springs • New 14” Brakes • New Radiator • Lots of Chrome & Stainless • Studebaker Electric Over Drive. My loss is your gain! Asking only $10,000 when I have over 18k Invested.”
UPDATE: Images added.
“Hi i have a 1946 Jeep Willys here. Has been garaged since 87 and it pretty good condition. All origional with all parts still there. It did run when it was parked but has sat for 23 years so no guarentees on it running but would be a nice project. Lost the keys for the ignition so it will have to be replaced. If you have any other questions feel free to contact me at 720 937 5668, 303 945 0229 or jmet2490@gmail.com Thanks for looking! Email me for pictures”
http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/1749640072.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1200.
(11/26/2009) The seller would like to trade this jeep as part of a trade for a Cargo Trailer. This is a no tailgate DJ-3A. This appears to be a great price.
“JEEP: 1956 WILLY’S DJ3-A. Needs the bodywork finished and painted. Body is in good shape. Not wrecked or rusted out. Floorpan is great. Engine is a 4-cyl 1971 Ford, but runs like a top! Short exhaust w/cherry bomb. Roll bar and hardtop included. Aluminum mag wheels. Needs tires. Windshield is cracked, but would be easy to replace. Clear title in my name. Very unusual model. Same body style as Willy’s MB/Ford GPW. Would trade for approx $1200 +/- toward a trailer.”
UPDATE: Was $2500. **Status Unknown**
It’s not totally stock, but it sure looks nice for the price.
“Titled as a 1947 CJ. Ford 4cyl motor and 4 speed manual transmission. Full aluminum Meyers top and doors. Bucket seats in front, rear jumpseat, rollbar, heater. Runs great, crack in windshield glass. Fuel pump is a little weak as it loses prime if not started for a few weeks. Fun vehicle. Take the top off and flip the windshield down in the summer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This is an odd build. I wonder just how that top is attached.
‘hello i have a 1942 ford jeep, has its orig gpw motor , run and drives , have pink slip in hand , is non opt .. call me at ”
UPDATE: **SOLD* Was $1500.
“1943 WILLEY JEEP 4 WHEEL DRIVE WITH 1965-1968 327 8 CYLINDER FOUR BARREL CHEVY MOTOR 275 horse power $1,500 JEEP IS AN ESTATE ITEM THAT HAS NOT BEEN USED FOR YEARS. WILL CONSIDER SELLING MOTOR ALONE $800 FIRM!!! BUT IF YOU BUY IT I WILL PULL THE MOTOR FOR YOU.”
