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1947 Militarized CJ-2A Middletown, NY $3200

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Thanks to Roger Martin for sharing this customized 2A.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/247270289549336/permalink/1620629622213389/

“This is my dad’s 1947 Willy’s CJ2A. He put an original military grill on it, bolted on simulated body armor, and installed military wheels and a pedestal mount for a completely fake, but very realistic all steel 1917 machine gun model (not included unless you buy the 1917 also). He used this jeep for WW2 reenactments, mainly in the 1980s and early 1990s. He recently passed and we are selling it. It was last driving in 2018 when it was parked and does not currently run.

Frame is good needs body work. I assume the purchaser will unbolt and remove the fake armor (wood) and restore it. I will include the original 7 slot grill and headlight assembly and the original tailgate. I will also include the original passenger seat, which will need to be redone. There is no title and my dad has owned this jeep since the early 1970s. It was always garaged. $3200 or best offer. Yes, the 1917 reproduction model is available. It is a model, it is not real, nor does it function in any way. It’s a dummy.”

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1947 CJ-2A Oakwood, GA eBay

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The current price is $6700. It doesn’t run, but might not take much to get going.

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“This Jeep was last registered in 2017,put into storage back in 2018 and was pulled out 2 weeks ago. Motor hasn’t been started since. Motor turns over and you can hear the hissing of the compression. Motor serial on water pump boss: J241880 (= VIN). Electrical system 12 Volts. Both T90 transmission and D18 transfer case shift fine through all gears.

Frame is in good condition. Body has been repaired /patched in several places but is very solid. Windshield safety glass is free of scratches. Seat covers are black leatherette and are in good shape. The backing on the rear seat cushions is deteriorating and need replacement.

This Jeeps sits on 4 near new Firestone 600-16 NDTsthat hold air.”

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1946 CJ-2A Sutherland, MA eBay

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Bill spotted this nice looking militarized CJ-2A on eBay.

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“Restored 1946 Willys CJ2A, cloned to look like a WWII MB Jeep
Runs and drives as it should and passed MA inspection.
Lots of fun to drive , everyone will waive and salute, great for parades.
Sold as is seen in the photos , there is no top for this jeep.
The Jeep is stored inside with climate control on a trickle charger.
These old jeeps are not meant for highway speeds and you can expect 45 MPH
I will help with transportation arrangements and loading if needed.”

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1948 CJ-2A Groton, NH Barn Finds Auction

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Bill shared this militarized 2A for auction.

https://barnfinds.com/bf-auction-1948-willys-cj-2a

“A previous owner wished to pay a fitting tribute to his uncle, converting this 1948 Willys CJ-2A into a military-style vehicle for parades and displays. It served nobly in that role and has done so intermittently since the current owner purchased it in 2016. However, all good things must end. The owner no longer has the time to devote to this classic, which has seen little recent use. Therefore, he has listed the Willys exclusively with us as a Barn Finds Auction.”

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1946 VEC CJ-2A Auburn, CA $12,500

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This militarized column-shift VEC CJ-2A looks in good shape. This might not take much to demilitarize this one.

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/d/auburn-1946-willys-cj/7771639075.html

“Very early 1946 Willy’s CJ 2A. Runs and drives excellent! Good straight original condition. Early column shift. Older restoration. Always kept indoors. Not torn up or neglected. Original working gauges. All ID tags in place. Has been in family collection for 30 years. $12,500, cash only.”

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1949 CJ-3A(?) Hamilton, OH Auction

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Listed as a CJ-2A, this appears to be a militarized CJ-3A. Auction ends today, March 3rd, in the afternoon (eastern time). I am not familiar with Skyline Auctioneers.

https://skylineauctioneers.hibid.com/lot/187961631/1949-jeep-cj2a

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1960 CJ-5 Broad Brook, CT $10,000

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John shared this militarized CJ-5. Though not restored to original, it looks like this was a nut and bolt rebuild at some point. It seems worth a look given the price.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3242234996076515

“Fully rebuilt motor and transmission new tires brakes canvas top and seats. Has been sandblasted and painted about 10 yrs ago.”

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1948 CJ-2A Green Springs, OH $10,500

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This militarized CJ-2A looks solid, but it does have a few unusual features, including the fuel inlet and steps.

https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/green-springs-jeep-1948-willys-cj2a/7583749331.html

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“1948 Willys CJ2A for sale. It was restored in the late 1980’s by my father. It has an olive drab paint finish, as well as olive drab canvas upholstery on the seat cushions and backs. My father converted the electrical system from 6 volt to 8 volt. The body tub is custom fabricated from steel. The grill and fenders are original. The hood, windshield frame, and tailgate are all original with the embossed Willy’s name. After the restoration, it was only driven in local parades, car shows and local events. We have stored the jeep under a cloth cover, inside a building since my father passed in 2004. We have recently replaced sparkplugs, points, condenser, fan belt, fuel pump and battery. The fuel tank has been professionally cleaned and is in excellent condition. The carburetor has been rebuilt. It has fresh oil and coolant.”

 
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1948 CJ-2A Green Spring, OH $10,500

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This was restored several decades ago. Not a perfect respiration, but appears solid.

https://toledo.craigslist.org/cto/d/green-springs-jeep-1948-willys-cj2a/7575992889.html

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“1948 Willys CJ2A for sale. It was restored in the late 1980’s by my father. It has an olive drab paint finish, as well as olive drab canvas upholstery on the seat cushions and backs. My father converted the electrical system from 6 volt to 8 volt. The body tub is custom fabricated from steel. The grill and fenders are original. The hood, windshield frame, and tailgate are all original with the embossed Willy’s name. After the restoration, it was only driven in local parades, car shows and local events. We have stored the jeep under a cloth cover, inside a building since my father passed in 2004. We have recently replaced sparkplugs, points, condenser, fan belt, and battery. The fuel tank has been professionally cleaned and is in excellent condition. The carburetor has been rebuilt. It has fresh oil and coolant. The vehicle comes with a Service Manual from “Original Reproductions” New Beach, CA”

 
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1946 CJ-2A Somerset, KY $18,000

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Tom shared this militarized CJ-2A.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/542285170582502/

“1946 CJ2A Jeep- $18,000 Approximately 2k miles since restoration Completely restored Rebuilt engine New radiator- converted from 6v to 12v New vinyl top 5 new tires and rims New transfer case Rebuilt transmission Restored original braking system New brakes Custom prime and paint job 3 WW2 jerry cans WW2 helmets Pup tent Military first aid kit All new seats- front and back Comes with brand new gas tank Miscellaneous parts New windshield New hood Electric windshield wipers New wiring harness 6v”

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1948 CJ-2A Memorial, TX $10,800

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(10/06/2022) This militarized CJ-2A appears to have a replacement body.

https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/d/houston-1948-willys-cj2a-jeep/7537019622.html

“This 1948 CJ2A is a beauty. It runs well and feels like you are driving a piece of history.”

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1948 CJ-2A w/ MB Body Puyallup, WA $7800

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The Ad notes that the listed price assumes additional work to be done. Contact the seller to discuss price.

https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/7540174737.html

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“1948 Willys CJ-2A with a 1944 MBs body retrofit but with vintage parts such as grill, glovebox, lights, wind shield, seats,etc.

Very close as a complete MB clone. Has new top, straps, and seats. Many parts have been replaced including wiring and alternator to a 12v system, cables, gauges, shocks, and muffler. Includes tow bar. Engine runs fine with good compression psi: 135,120, 125, 130. Transmission has a new clutch.

I recently bought this Jeep from my uncle with title and Collector plate. He used in mostly to ride in
parades and show it at car shows with a military auto club. It has now been completely mechanically inspected and is in the process of professional auto work and I decided to start a restoration at my home under cover. Car is available to see while work is being completed.

Vin plate is missing so I have a special appointment set up with the State Patrol to have a reassigned vin number added to car frame and body. I will support with attendance if you want to conduct the inspection with State Patrol.

Car need three tires (one tire is new).

Several thousand dollars spend recently on new parts:
Replacing all new brakes lines and master cylinder, (new wheel cylinders are in place now)
Replacing front hub seals and all axles seals,
Replacing new emergency brake pads and rotational seals transfer case seals,
Replacing clutch and brake pedals and clutch and brake rotational shafts and brake arm.
Fuel line is new and replacing fuel gauge.
Replacing front axle bearings.
Replacing steering shaft and sleeve plus rebuilding steering box.
Bought 2 gallons of Army correct paint but do not have time to paint.
A few places have rust so I bought replacement panels and in process of replacing (but probably will not finish soon).

I do not need help selling or in a hurry. Selling for what I invested so far minus my time. Cash only and no trades. I plan to keep the Jeep if close to price is not met and continue restoration in the spring. Mechanical works should be completed soon.

I do not have time to finish the complete project thus reason for sale. Price reduction can be negotiated if you want the car as is and finish the work. Price listed is with most of stated work to be completed.

I will not reply to emails or texts, please call only. Please serious calls only and no low balls or scammers!”

 
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1956 CJ-3B Norris, MT $8000

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Looks solid, though the passenger floor has some fiberglass.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1288859938609365

“Willys has been restored not original has the original engine repainted new tires has some fiberglass in the passenger side new windshield new engine transmission and transfer case rebuilt front rear end rebuilt”

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Year? CJ-5 Gilroy, CA $5500

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This CJ-5 is listed as a 1958, but it has the KS 0-8 speedo along with reversed front springs. So, it is likely a 1956 model. It spent much of its life in the military.

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/cto/d/gilroy-1958-cj-army-jeep/7509950616.html

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“Posting our 1958 Cj-5 jeep for sale
Former Travis Air Force Base flight line jeep transferred to U.S. Army at some point in its life.

This jeep is an excellent farm vehicle and runs like a swiss watch. It has been recently converted to 12 volt and the F134 engine runs strong with good oil pressure and stays cool even lugging around on hot days.

The soft top doesn’t have any tears and is removable.
4×4 works good, and the manual transmission shifts well.
We have used this jeep on our farm for a while and it is time to let it go to a new home.
This jeep has the typical jeep quirks, and it obviously isn’t a brand new vehicle, so it will have its issues here and there.

Located in Gilroy, clean title in hand.
Call or text anytime”

 
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1948 CJ-2A Castle Rock, WA $5200

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $5200.

Pics include both with and without tires, so it’s unclear to me the actual status of the jeep. I’m assuming if it drive, that the tires are attached.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7974168015956594

“1948 Willys CJ2A runs & drives, needs some tinkering, carburetor is grumpy! $5200 no trade”

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1946 VEC? CJ-2A Spokane, WA **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.

You don’t often see the top bows in the bow holders on a militarized 2A. Note this has full floating hubs.

“Brand new engine built low mileage”

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1947 CJ-2A Boonville, NC **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,000.

Look solid.

“Runs and drives good”

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1953 CJ-3A Defiance, OH $9500

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Tom shared this ad. No description provided.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/566748938300454/

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1948 CJ-2A Fort Collins, CO $6500

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Needs some work, but runs.

https://fortcollins.craigslist.org/cto/d/fort-collins-willys-jeep/7489624207.html

“1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A up for sale. A bit of a project as body and gages need work but it starts and runs well. I do not need help selling this and do not need to sale.”

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1946 CJ-2A Sumner, ME **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $18,000

Glenn shared this militarize CJ-2A. This would fool most people into thinking it was a WW2 jeep.

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“1946 Willy’s MB-2A. Basically what we have here is a 1946 CJ2A that was completely modified to a Willy’s MB. The motor, transmission and chassis is CJ, the body and all accessories are MB. This was a 2018 frame up restoration, frame is solid, body and accessories are new. Runs and drives, everything works with the exception of speedometer and fuel gauge, however I have those new and ready to be installed. For a complete list of everything I did and for more photos, please email me or call, there’s simply too much to list. While I can be a *little* flexible, I know how much these are worth, I know how much money I have into it and I know how many of these are floating around out there so keep that in mind when you are looking at my price, no trades please, all accessories included, machine gun as well (it is not a real machine gun) thanks.”

 
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1949 CJ-3A Norris, MT **SOLD**

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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $8500.

Has a v-8.

“1949 Willys restored runs great does not have the original motor and will go 70 miles an hour down the road new tires fully restored I have the original motor that goes with it 8500”

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1947 CJ-2A Ellensburg, WA $8500

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This 2A has some updates and has been militarized. The seller notes the jeep ran prior to the rebuild. So, it’s not clear to me if it currently runs?

https://yakima.craigslist.org/cto/d/kittitas-47-willys-cj2a-military-tribute/7481183621.html

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“1947 Willys Jeep CJ2a refurbished, close to being motor pool ready. Thousands spent in parts and time. I have to move and cannot take it with me. Small list of new items….12v starter, 12v alternator, new glass, new rubber cowl and glass, new canvas and seat cushions, battery, cables, steering wheel, electronic distributor (no points) brand new Firestone tires (military) never driven on pavement, brand new tubes, new hoses, aluminum radiator, new light switches, new choke and throttle cable, new gas tank, new fuel lines, floor liner. 47 Washington plate, restored professionally ,title in hand, never have to buy tabs. And the list goes and on. Ran before I started restoration. All extra parts that I have for it will go with it. I am open to offers.”

 
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1946 CJ-2A Julian, CA $6500

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $6500.

(08/28/2021) Militarized CJ-2A.

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/cto/d/descanso-1946-willys-cj2a/7393569830.html

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“Willys CJ2a military Jeep. Partially rebuilt Go Devil 4134 engine. Has authentic non-directional military tires and split combat rims. MB gauges, frame for top and grab handles. Headlights are recessed into combat grill. Convoy light is mounted on fender. M1 Grand Rifle holder is mounted on the military split window. Pindle trailer hitch. Authentic WWII radio and mounted antenna (with case). Jerry can. Additional engine and electrical work required. Willy’s owners manual included.”

 
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1953 CJ-3B Franklin Lakes, NJ $16,000

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UPDATE: Still Available.

(05/27/2021) This may have an aftermarket hood and an MB/GPW passenger fender. The drain holes look filled.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4135425873158357

“1953 Willys Army Jeep Has complete soft top, new battery, runs great. $16,000 obo”

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1948 CJ-2A Missouri City, TX $5000

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UPDATE: Price dropped to $5000.

(04/23/2021) This militarized 2A has some channel rust and needs some things fixed (like it won’t shift into gear).

https://houston.craigslist.org/cto/d/houston-willys-jeep-cj-2a/7326674875.html

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“For sale 1948 Willys Cj 2A
Have been working on restoring this Jeep for the past couple of months. Just had a baby and focus has shifted away from it. Someone can pick up where I left off. I’m pretty good with the cosmetics and have been doing a lot of the work myself. Sealed up on the dash where once was a radio. Starts up but has good days and bad days idling and will not shift into gear for some reason. Underside pretty good please see photos and feel free to ask questions. Link of jeep running here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-6yWJt_-2c

Only thing you see not included with jeep is Jerry can. Was my grandfathers before his passing would like to keep it. Thanks

New
-Paint job
-Battery
-Brake lines
– Brand new Military tires
– Shifter an shifter covers
– Light bulbs
– Engine seal
– Spark plugs

Parts I have but not installed( Included with jeep)
-Rear drive shaft
-Emergency brake handle and parts

Issues
-Will not shift into gear
– Good day and bad days idling
– Had light system working and one day just shut off on me not sure why