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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $650
This appears to have a MB or GPW body.
“1949 Willys Jeep 4 wheel drive, Low/High range, 134 Overhead valve engine, E-Z removable seats, rollbar. Was running when I parked it, I got a newer one with a cab.”
Runs and drives.
“1946 Willys CJ2A for sale $1,750 OBO , Rebuilt motor, New front drums, new brakes and new wheel cylinders and more , Great for Deer hunting!”
http://waco.craigslist.org/cto/4535747145.html
Here’s a customized Texas hunter.
“Clean Tx title from 1967. I believe this jeep has never been plated or driven on any highways due to title it was owned by a ranch. No tail lights. Starts right up every time. Original 4 cylinder.”
http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/4421185736.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This hunter has a ’52 title, but a CJ-2A body. It might be a mixed bag.
“1947 Willys Hunting Jeep and transport trailer. This vehicle has a clear Texas title and is listed on the title as 1952 cj. It is a 1947 by its body design and motor. It runs good but burns a little oil. 4- wheel drive and transfer case works well.”
Here’s another custom Texas hunting jeep.
“Selling a 60’s Willys Hunting Jeep. Has back seat which is elevated and racks on the front and back with a deer feeder on the back. Runs great and makes a perfect hunting rig. Tires are foam filled so no worries of flats. Lights also work. Selling for $3500.00. Email for other info or offers.”
http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/grd/4345249636.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500
This jeep has rhino liner on the interior and exterior.
“1947 Willys Jeep CJ2A in good shape. Original 4 cylinder flat head engine. I have had the body sandblasted, inside and outside…then sprayed with Rhino Bedliner, then painted. I have the windshield and various other parts. I have owned this jeep for 45 years. I can answer all of your questions on the history of the jeep. I do not “have to” sell the jeep. I think it is worth the $6500 I am asking for it. Thanks for looking.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
(09/10/2013) Since it’s Texas, I’m going to guess that’s a hunting platform.
“CJ3A Jeep Runs with Good Tires. Rebuilt engine. $5,000 or make offer.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500.
This is awesome. It’s got it all.
“Willys quail rig for sale. Overall good shape for age and runs great. 4 wd works good. Dog box, high rise back seat, water tank. Serious inquires only and I don’t need any help selling her. Reply for more pics and info.”
UPDATE: Was $8000. Status Unknown
(10/06/2012) I see nothing to indicate this is a ’45.
“1945 Willys Jeep, excellent condition, runs fantastic, fun, well outfitterd, and ready to go”
UPDATE: Was $3500. **SOLD**
Price looks good, but it does have a ‘Texas’ back seat. No description.
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6000
“FOR SALE OR TRADE: CLASSIC, hard to find, 1948 Willy’s CJ2A Jeep, 4×4, 4 cylinder, 10 ton wench, built in gun rack. The hours of off-road adventure can be yours! Excellent condition. Cash price $6000 or trade for your Mule, Ranger, Side by Side ATV.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on ebay.
Designed for carrying hunting dogs and more makes this an unusual FC.
“Up for auction is this unique 1958 Jeep FC-170. This is a Forward Control model with a 3-speed manual shift. The previous owner had the rear body fabricated especially for hunting. The hunting body features upper and lower seats that still have the original protectors on them. The body was designed for transporting and running hunting dogs. It features kennels for the dogs, coolers, a water tank, and racks for holding guns. This is a well designed and built unit, with solid doors, sturdy frame, it even has cushioned armrests on the hunting seats. The upgraded front bumper features a wench. Previous owner said that the mileage shown was original.
This Jeep has currently been started up and driven a small distance. The engine sounds great and the brakes seem to be working. The headlights are also working. The wench on the front has not been tested out. This is a solid and pretty complete Jeep for a 1958. The previous owner kept it in a garage since 1976 (the last time it was registered). It does need new tires and a brake checkup, once those are done it should be ready for use.
The cab is in good shape, the floor pans are solid.”
This hunting jeep includes a water cylinder holder.
“I am selling my hunting Jeep. Its a four cylinder, 4×4 with a feeder mounted on the back and a cooler rack and water cylinder holder. It runs well and is in satisfactory condition for its age. It would be a good candidate to re-do.”
http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/4285531633.html
The seller labels this a 1945 Military Jeep M-38. It looks more like a non-military CJ-5. Someone went all out with the deer blind mods! Definitely one-of-a-kind!
“Today we have for sale a Military Willys M38 Jeep that was converted and used as a deer blind for hunting in south Texas.
The engine was removed after an attempt to restore the jeep but it has been left unattended for a long time. Situations in the family changed that won’t allow this to happen.
Vintage Restoration Project
Needs an engine
Pick-up only at Mirando City, Texas
Buyer is responsible for making shipping arrangement.
Pictures tell the whole story.
Considered a farm vehicle
Not street legal
No title
No License Plates
Please Contact me (956-286-9881) with any questions.”
View all the information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500
Here’s a reasonable package.
“1952 WILLYS JEEP ON 1963 CHASSIS. Over $7100.00 in receipts, at least $1,000.00 more work done without reciepts. Included are two parts jeeps. One of the parts jeeps has a clear California title on a rolling frame. The other parts jeep is just for body parts. The engine in the jeep now is from the parts jeep. It runs and you can drive it but it is not street legal. Not inspected. It needs turn signals and brake lights. The engine from the original jeep has been completely rebuilt bored .030 over. I’m just waiting on the new water pump to arrive to complete this rebuilt engine. The new engine has been test run. New upolstery, paint, rebuilt transmission, etc. The tires are like new, including the spare. It is registered until 2014. I have a clear blue title in my name. There is enough spares to build a complete second jeep. The engine is a Jeep 230 tornado. 4 wheel drive. The body has been modified to make a good hunting jeep. One of the parts jeeps in the pictures has all the wood parts removed and is now a rolling chassis with transmission. Located in San Leon TX close to Kemah and Bacliff on Galveston Bay. Open to trades. Would like a pickup or older Suburban . But let me know what you have. If you see this ad they are still for sale. $3,500.00 for all 3 jeeps.
UPDATE: II: Thie Buick shown below was featured in the Jan 1950 issue of Popular Science (pg 99)
http://books.google.com/books?id=vSwDAAAAMBAJ&printsec=frontcover&source=gbs_ge_summary_r&cad=0#v=onepage&q&f=false
UPDATE: Javier provided the following information. I guess there was some competition among the ranches? Below are two photos of other hunting vehicles.
He wrote, This is very similiar to one of the hunting cars used on the King Ranch. The Kenndy Ranch mentioned in the arcticle is adajcent to the King Ranch. Below is a picture of the car made for the King Ranch. (From this link to the University of Texas)
Here’s the hunting wagon from Texas featured on eWillys a couple years ago (seems I’ve deleted the original post related to it:
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David Silberman forwarded this unusual photo from a rare April 1951 issue of Willys Salesbuilder. This one looks like it might have been build on a Jeepster platform.
From this same issue are these two parade float photos:
Is that a hunting platform on top?
“1946 willys jeep cj2a. Runs great all original garage kept. Must see”
http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/4158758862.html
That’s a hunting seat in the rear.
“1948 willys jeep.Does not run!No Title.The engine was rebuilt then transmission went out and has been sitting for a few years. Wouldn’t take much to get back running. Has a tow bar on the front bumper and an aluminum high seat in the back for hunting.The transmission shift cover is missing.The tires are in good shape.Nice 10gal aluminum gas tank under driverside seat.$2,600.00. Thanks.Call 863-449-1364”
http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/for/4130507348.html
UPDATE: Was $5000. **SOLD**
“1960 Willys Jeep rigged out for deer and quail hunting. Jeep has fold down stand, road feeder, 9000# Ramsey winch, gun racks, rear seat, and thorn proof tires.
Have all maintenance records for last ten years. Jeep runs perfect and is rust free.”
With that tall rear seat, it has to be from Texas.
“1946 Willis Jeep CJ2A
Runs good, has new fuel tank, master cylinder, and wheel cylinders. Reupholstered front seats. No windshield. Has a Koenig PTO wench.
$3500 Firm
Located at:
12211 Hwy 290 E
Manor, TX 78653
(512) 914-0601 Charles”
http://austin.craigslist.org/cto/4004651362.html
This has the rear texas hunting seat mod.
“This is a 1952 Jeep Willy’s in excellent condition, perfect for the deer lease. It runs great and has a new 50lb deer feeder on the back. It also has a custom High Seat built on the back of the Jeep. This Jeep is unstoppable. If you have any questions feel free to call. Thanks
Jeremiah
979-332-oneninetwofour”
http://laredo.craigslist.org/cto/3921789865.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $2850.
(03/30/2013) Walter spotted this jeep. There is nothing to suggest this is a ’45. The body looks pretty rough.
“Today we have For Sale a 1945 Willy’s jeep . It Is Street legal With Title has been owned and operated by the same man for over 40 years. He sent the engine to be reconditioned and also had the transfer case reconditioned aswell , The owner used this jeep as a hunting buggy for his Dove Hunting Club and it has a dog box built under back seat and gun rack in cab. It has less then 3000 miles on the engine and He will Guarantee those item to be flawless and operating as such. This jeep also comes with doors not shown in pictures but we have them. We sent the starter to be Rebuilt because it sat in the shed for about 3 years so its New , The alternator was replaced acouple years ago also, The tires all hold air and have decent thread left I have driven this jeep and it shifts great. I also have a Video on youtube please
watch it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K7N8ZkBsfA8&feature=youtu.be
The owner is Asking $3500 OBO but he is in Noway giving the jeep away Nor does he have to sell it but he has closed the hunting club. Due to age As he is 87 years old CASH IN HAND FOR TEST DRIVE NO JOYRIDES this is a Running Driving Jeep …
Please call Billy for info (803) 317-8946 Thank you and have a Blessed Day”
http://columbia.craigslist.org/cto/3709964089.html
This is an older post first published April 13, 2010:
I was surfing the net looking for a jeep drawing and, instead, came across an interesting 1963 hunting wagon on a blog hosted by Local Motors. I had not heard of Local Motors, but this company describes itself (in the about section) as a ‘New American Car’ company that builds cars in regional Micro-Factories.
The blog contained both a video about 1963 Willys Wagon and a still picture (see the video below). If you like those Texas hunting vehicles, go to this link and check out some of the crazy non-jeep hunters down the right side of the page, such as the suburban hunter.
UPDATE: Was $1500. **SOLD**
It includes a huge hunting stand that sits atop the jeep.
“Willys hunting jeep, runs good. Comes with a stand that mounts on top”
This includes a hunting seat in the rear.
“1946 jeep willies. 37″ military tires. 538 gears. It has a t 98 4 speed transmission that is special. Same tranny that came in all the 1 1/4 ton trucks. 7 to 1 1st gear and large input at port. Straight 4 cyl, 289 ci. I have all parts for the aquatic ignition. The entire body is rino lined. I’m askin $7500 obo”
http://fortmyers.craigslist.org/col/cto/3590705765.html
