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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $20,000
Looks like the front frame rails have been patched? I can’t quite tell for sure.
“I’m selling my WWll Willys. I’m too old to drive it anymore. Only used in the Veterans day parade the last few years. The way you see it is the way I bought it. Numbers matching chassis with a new tub. Has G.I. tow bar and pintel hook. Reproduction .30 cal. machine gun with pedestal. Dash mounted rifle scabbard.”
UPDATE: Was $3850. **SOLD**
(06/21/2012) This may make a real nice restoration project.
“For sale a 1954 M38a1 military army Jeep. This jeep has a good running F head 4 cylinder engine with an original 3 speed transmission and transfer case. Considerable amount of recent work has been done to this jeep including the following:
New Clutch including clutch disc, pressure plate, throwout bearing, fork, spring, fulcrum and linkage
New brakes including master cylinder, wheel cylinders, brake shoes and rubber flexible lines
New radiator, water pump and hoses
New fuel pump, fuel tank and sending unit
New motor mounts
New windshield gasket
New seat cushions driver, passenger and rear seats
Still 24 volt with two new batteries
Original equipment includes blackout lights, bumperettes, pintle hitch, jerry can holder, spare tire carrier and top bow brackets and top bows. All of the usual missing stuff is there.
Get in drive it and enjoy
Asking $4,250 or make an offer. Thanks.”
This looks good, though the pics aren’t the best.
“I am selling my 1943 WWII Jeep Ford GPW. This is the real thing runs and drives great. This would be a great vehicle for a frame up restoration or drive it like it is. I hate to let her go but remodeling house and need the cash. My lose is your gain if this is what you are looking for.
Good: Its the real deal. GPW Block, Willys Head, Many ‘F” stamps solid running vehicle original three speed 4wd works. two combat rims included and many other spare parts.
Bad: Converted to 12 volt (that may not be bad to some folks but not the original set up). Spings, shocks and spring hangers are not original. (original set of springs and new set of correct hangers included. Some Bondo in gas tank area (old repair) Does not have a top or bows aftermarket Warn locking front humbs installed.
This is a 69 year old vehicle but still very solid. I want to sell it so the reserve is resonable. You can call me with questions, there is no info on data plates. 843 314-3362 Eric”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Winning bid was $4000.
This no reserve auction has already reached a bid price of $3500. It has no motor.
“You are bidding on a rare 1You are bidding on a rare 1942 ford script gpw jeep. This ford jeep has the willys frame with gpw serial number stamped on it which to my understanding is rare as ford used willys frames only in February and March of 1942. The serial number is ( gpw 5204 ) the frame, data plate and title all match, Date of delivery is 3-10-42 . I have a clear Colorado title for the jeep.
Unfortunately the engine was removed so the jeep does not come with a motor. I do however have a completely rebuilt civilian flat head 4 cylinder that the winning bidder can purchase if they so choose.
The transmission is an original T-84, I have taken it apart cleaned, sandblasted and primed it. I bought some new bearings, seals, small parts kit and a few other things to rebuild the transmission, its ready to put back together.
The transfer case I took apart and cleaned, It still has the original OD on it so I decided not to sand blast it. The emergency brake pad is in great shape. I bought seals and bearings for it and its also ready to be put back together.
Seat frames, front fenders, head lights, marker lights, radiator, body handles, ax bracket, leaf springs, axles, U bolts, and a lot of bolts are stamped F along with much much more.
The steering wheel is original and in great condition with no cracks.
Speedometer looks really nice
Comes with 3 combat wheels
has original exhaust pipe and muffler
original drive shafts
very nice windshield frame with the hardware to mount the canvas top, no cracks in the glass ether.
the frame is in great shape but does need a new rear bumper as part of it was cut off.
The body is in good shape with a very nice Ford script on the back. The brace under the passenger seat has some rust coming through on top of the floor but under neath is almost perfect, in front of that is very nice and solid with no rust. The rear floor does have some gone through rust in it so will probably need replaced or patched up. tool boxes are in good shape, there is a little gone through rust where the ax handle goes and the fuel tank sump should probably be replaced. Other than that the body is very nice and has the patina look to it….”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5500.
(01/15/2010) There are a few minor things that aren’t original, but they aren’t any big deal.
“THIS JEEP IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. The Jeep is as original as can be. COLOR IS PASTURE GREEN WITH YELLOW WHEELS. L-HEAD 4 cyl MOTOR “GO DEVEL” 6 volt ELECT. in # 15775 column shift.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000
I thought the paint job on this was unusual enough to post. I’ve never seen stripes quite like those.
“1956 Jeep CJ5 Willys 4×4. Completely original Jeep including hard top and hard doors. 4 cylinder 3 speed. 4×4 has High and Low Range. 6 volt system. Brand new battery and battery cables. New condenser, points and distributor cap. Top and doors come off. Perfect Jeep to restore or drive as is. Has very minor rust. Floor pans are not rusted through. Surface rust only. Not sure if roll bar is factory or not. Back seat is not factory. Just in there for extra seating. Tires and wheels are not original. Jeep has spent it’s life in Montana. Very hard to find a Jeep this old in this rare and original condition. Has some history to go with it! Call with questions.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
It’s got some good and some bad.
“Hi selling this Rare barn find Jeep FC-150 Forward control truck. This truck has been in a barn since 1981 and it just now has been pulled out . Mechanic has the motor running and now ready for someone to finish Comes with pink slip! this jeep does have some rust on drivers door and floor and door and bed., Please come to check out at any time or call to ask questions. Original Black California plate. CA car 714-904-2000 These Jeeps are worth 20K + restored and parts are cheep.
I do have more pictures on request.
BAD
Some Rust
Needs brakes
Needs some parts
Drivers window has cracks
GOOD
Runs
will drive
Black Plate
Rare
worth 20+ restored”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was on eBay
(07/09/2012) This CJ-3B has an interesting history. The seller lists this as a 1953 CJ-3B, but the serial number suggests 1955. It looks pretty stock and in good shape, too. I also has a rare pto lever in the cab that exits through the passenger side floor. It controls a rare crankshaft powered PTO.
“This is a super rare US Government BLM issue 1953 Willys CJ3B. It is one of the most rust-free, high optioned, low mileage and untouched Jeeps you’ll ever find, one of few left in this condition with all the original paint! Only 33,900 miles, a true survivor!
Originally a US Government BLM vehicle. All the original BLM badges and stickers still remain. Government vehicles are given meticulous maintenance and this Jeep has had such a high maintenance standard. It was decommissioned in 1974 and has been in storage since then for almost 40 years. It was stored indoors in a dry building out of the weather, hence the astonishing preservation. The last time it was registered was in 1973 and still has the inspection sticker on the windshield. It was properly stored with all the fluids drained, the gas tank isn’t rusted and radiator is healthy. This Jeep has low mileage due to storage. The original hood isolation material that is mounted on the grille is still in decent shape.
This Jeep is virgin in every way. The paint is in amazing condition for 1953 and still has a nice glossy shine to it. It’s just about next to impossible to find a Willys this old with shinny original paint. All the original insignia stenciling (“4 wheel drive” and “Willys”) on the hood and tailgate are still intact.
You just can’t do this Jeep justice when it comes to originality and condition. It has been left alone in every way and hasn’t been cut up or had holes drilled in it everywhere. It still retains the original single tail light/ reflectors and the original spare tire oak block. The fuel pump, spark plug wires, radiator and gas tank are even original! The carburetor has never been rebuilt and runs perfectly.
Mechanically this Jeep is sound, again it only has 33,900 miles on it and it runs like a top. The engine has a lot power and oil pressure even after the engine has warmed up (see pic of gauges). The transmission shifts perfectly with no grinding and the 4 wheel drive works great. It also comes with correct brand new 7.00-15 tire that really captures that vintage look.
I have owned several Willys throughout the years and have never seen one this solid! For those who aren’t as familiar with Willys CJs, about 95% (if not more) have structural issues up the wazoo and this CJ doesn’t. The floor supports/hat channels usually have large rust holes or are rusted out so badly that they are missing in spots and can become severely cracked and broken up. This Jeep is beautiful with no cracking or rusted out floor supports and still has the majority of the original paint underneath the floors. It is 99% rust free. All of the floors are 100% rust free, the only rust on the jeep is on the passenger rear, about a 1″x2″ spot by the tailgate and from what I’ve seen this is very common and very minor considering. This Jeep has never been in an accident or had any body work performed, as mentioned before this it’s virgin with no bondo PERIOD!
This Jeep has all original gauges, switches, hardware etc. and all gauges and equipment work, quite the hard find! The jeep has all the original wiring harness with the factory woven cloth sheathing still intact in great condition, you’ll probably never find another Willys with this much originality. This is a high optioned Willys and was fitted from the factory with Koenig hardware, a Koenig winch and matching Koeng hard top. Other options include lock out hubs, bug guard (not mounted) and Harrison heater. This is a special Koenig winch and works wonderfully; it is unlike most, it runs off the crank shaft in front instead of off a PTO mounted on the transfercase. It has unique controls mounted on the passenger side floor. When I say this jeep is all original-untouched I mean it, it has not been taken apart or dismantled.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Unclear just how much value is here.
“As is not running”
UPDATE: Still Available.
This appears solid. In the new pics on the ad, you can see the rear interior wheel wells have diamond plating on them.
“1947 Willys CJ2A. Mostly stock. Fresh motor.”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/3142076117.html
UPDATE: **Status Unknown** Was listed at $7000
(06/29/2012) This looks good. I can’t tell if the passenger side is a little discolored or if it is just the light and a reflection.
“51 willys 2wd wagon, rebulit brakes , rebuilt 4 cyl engine with overdrive, very little rust , new tires,”
UPDATE: This appears to have sold. Was listed at $5000.
(07/15/2012) Still plenty of work left.
“You are looking at a 1942 Ford GPW military jeep. Restoration was started over 10 years ago and never completed. Motor, trans, transfer case, and axles have been rebuilt. The body is an aftermarket piece and sits on a very nice straight and rust free frame. Have most parts to complete (some not pictured) and will be included with the sale.”
UPDATE: Was listed at $7500. Status Unknown.
This may be worth a look. Tranny was stuck in 3rd gear.
“1942 Willies Jeep. This is actually my dad’s jeep and he asked me to sell it. This jeep has sat in the barn for years. It would be great for a collector. The last time I drove it, it only had 3rd gear. This Jeep was displayed at the Tillamook Air Museam.”
This looks like a solid restoration.
“1951 Willys Jeep-fully restored. Excellent condition Phone 413-446-1713”
http://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/3139537991.html
UPDATE: Was priced at $400. **SOLD**
Here’s a great price on a nice half cab.
“Koenig metal half cab: New glass and channels in back and both doors. Door windows roll up and down, All handles work properly. Excellant condition. For willys – cj2a, cj3a, cj3b. Koenig model – standard half cab 335. Weight, 235 lbs. see pics. (please excuse pics., hard to stage cab free standing) 530 547 4520”
http://redding.craigslist.org/pts/3140713628.html
This runs and drives. It also comes with a lot of parts. I think that’s the original paint, too.
“Up for sale here is my M170 US Army ambulance jeep. It runs & moves under it’s own power. It originally had a 24 volt electrical system but was converted to 12 volt. I have most of all the parts needed to put it back to original US military condition. Windshield is correct, four rims are correct and one is a later 60’s era wheel (front left), radiator holds coolant, brakes inop, tires hold air, has some rot. I do not have the top bows, top, nor upper litter rails. No title but I will provide a bill of sale. Delivery possible if not too far away. Calls ONLY due to scammers & their lousy emails. Call 708-3six3-five eight eight seven. NO BROKERS WANTED; I can sell it myself!”
http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/3140272748.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7200.
It doesn’t run.
“hi – i have decided to sell my very rare and very rust-free project truck – this is a 1965 willys / jeep forward control long wheelbase model truck called a fc-170 and is a california rust-free truck which has been parked since 1972 !
just found it and brought it to texas apprx 7 months ago and started accumulating all of the parts for its restoration.
this truck is a project and does not run or drive !
it does roll and steer for transporting and is not taken apart —- its still all together !!
please read this entire ad if you are still interested and want to become the new owner of this very neat truck. . . .”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1300.
The seller lists this as a 2A, but looks to me to be a 3A. This looks like an excellent project for the price.
“I have a 1949 Willys Jeep available for sale. It runs, but the fuel pump needs to be rebuilt (we were able to confirm that the engine is good by delivering gas straight into the carburetor). It also currently does not have brakes, although I have a brand new master cylinder and brand new wheel cylinders to go with it–these parts just need to be installed. It comes with a snowplow, but the hydraulic system for it needs to be overhauled. My grandfather found the Jeep in a salvage yard a number of years back and brought it back to life so that he could use it to haul wood around on our family farm. However, he passed away several years ago and the Jeep hasn’t been used much since then. This is a good project Jeep–everything is there; it just needs some work to get it back into good condition, and we don’t have the time to put into it. We will be demolishing the farmhouse and garage where it is currently being stored, so we’re forced to get rid of it. Other issues I can see with the vehicle: the windshield is cracked, the cooling system probably needs to be flushed, and the interior needs reupholstering.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
(08/19/2011) It is mostly, but not ‘all original’.
“1948 CJ2A $3000 or best offer
ALL ORIGINAL, RUNS with over $1000 of NEW PARTS
New parts from KAISER WILLYS
Windshield Frame with “WILLYS” Logo — 499.99
Windshield Clamp Kit — 44.99
Tailgate with “WILLYS” Logo — 199.99
Tailgate Hinge Kit — 39.99
Tailgate Chains with Cloth Covers — 59.99
Steering Tie Rod Assembly Driver Side — 42.99
Steering Tie Rod Assembly Passenger Side — 42.99
Steering Drag Link Assembly — 32.99
Steering Bell Crank Repair Kit — 33.99
CJ2A Service Manual — 38.99
And other stuff I can’t think of!
Used Parts
Frame, Motor, Transmission, Transfer Case and a bunch of other parts!!”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000
(07/26/2011) This may be a solid jeep for the price.
“i have a 1953 willys jeep that is in really good shape, have a rebuilt willys engine. 3 speed transmission and four wheel drive works great.. i am asking 3000 but might consider trading it for a nice bumper pull camper or a nice ski boat with open bow..and must be water ready…thank for looking.”
This looked nice and stock and really good . . . until I saw that the body was rhino lined on the outside. Sigh.
“Jeep is a 1946 CJ2a with a Willys 4 cylinder gas flat head engine, 6 volt electrical system,3 speed manual transmission. Jeep has been totally sandblasted with a full length floor pan installed,some new sheetmetal also installed. There is no rust and very little Bondo. New seats, new glass, shocks. Axles have not been pulled. Jeep had a spray on Rhino like finish applied. Jeep has engine noise probably tappet related. Canvas top also included. For additional info contact Bill @ 307-333-3244 or email @ wmwonkus@earthlink.net”
View all the images and information on eBay
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
This looks solid. The bumper is unusual. There’s something wooden on the dash that I can’t quite see either. This may be a good price.
“Parade ready, runs great, nice paint, new top, recent restoration. Lots of spares. Needs tires. I’m not using it and need the space in the garage!”
The truck has some dust, but otherwise looks nice. The jeep is listed as a 1950, but I’m guessing it is more likely a CJ-2A.
“Auction Saturday, August 11 10 am. Jeep pickup is fully restored. Willys Jeep, motor fully restored with over $2500 spent on motor. Also selling other Willys jeep parts. http://www.mchjauctioneers.com/ Owner 402-640-2487.”
http://sd.craigslist.org/pts/3136052971.html
This might be a column shift, but can’t tell for sure.
“NO RUST RUNS AND DRIVES NEEDS A LITTLE TINKERING. $5100 OBO THIS IS A FUN PROJECT.
CALL JIM 208-691-3206”
http://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/3135407555.html
UPDATE: Sold!
“THIS IS A 1960 WILLYS FORWARD CONTROL JEEP PICKUP TRUCK. IT WAS RESTORED ABOUT 15 YEARS AGO, AND IS SHOWING SOME SIGNS OF NEEDING SOME FRESHENING UP. IT LOOKS LIKE NEW FROM 15 FEET, BUT THERE IS SOME BUBBLING AND CRACKING HERE AND THERE IN THE PAINT. THE MILEAGE WAS SET BACK TO ZERO WHEN IT WAS RESTORED. THE INTERIOR IS REALLY NICE AND SO IS THE BED. IT STILL HAS THE ORIGINAL WEIGHT ON THE FRAME. THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE IS COMPLETE AND WORKING. IT RUNS AND DRIVES BUT NEEDS A TUNE UP. I HAVE ORDERED THE PARTS AND SHOULD HAVE THEM, BEFORE THE END OF THIS AUCTION. I WILL ADD SOME MORE PICTURES IN A DAY OR TWO. PLEASE DON’T ASK ABOUT THE RESERVE, IT’S LOW. BUYER MUST ARRANGE THEIR OWN SHIPPING. PAY-PAL CAN BE USED FOR DEPOSIT ONLY.”
