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Looks like there’s value here.
“Very Early Civilian Jeep (VEC) 1945 CJ-2A chassis, with nice frame, serial # 10308 (column shift).”
http://elmira.craigslist.org/cto/5437331402.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $800.
Looks like it has an early body. Listed as a ’48.
“1948 Willys jeep complete with motor and teams just not running. Has a Chevrolet strait 4 cylinder. $800 with clear title.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(11/12/2016) Pics posted.
“Early 1946 Willys Cj2a that runs, drives, and stops. The body is original and has been patched over the years. Rare column shift (3 on the tree) transmission. Engine could use rings as it smokes/burns oil but has lots of power. A perfect winter rebuild project! One tire has a slow leak but all are matching and like new. I plan on getting the leak repaired..”
http://northernwi.craigslist.org/cto/5970388329.html
UPDATE: Price starts at $3900
(12/08/2015) Needs a little work.
“early serial number 46 willys low hood jeep. first year for the civilian jeep.?
the good:
new fuel tank
new fuel line
Buick v6 motor
power steering
frame boxed in the front
trailer hitch receiver
tow bar
bikini top
stock seats in good shape
the bad:
needs new motor mounts ($170 for the good ones)
needs new master cylinder installed, It comes with the jeep
needs new battery
this would be a great jeep for cruising around or taking out to the desert. that was my plans for it but I bought a manx buggy and I can’t take both at the same time. clean tittle in my name and it on non op so no back fees.”
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Should I know who Joan Rimers is?
“Original Vintage Press Photo Christmas Santa & Pretty Girl Joan Rimers w/ Willys Jeep CJ dated 1945 Size is 7×9″ inches.”
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Several different vehicles for sale. At least one 2A appears to be a VEC.
“For sale : some complete, some for parts, and misc. parts .All on Non OP status.Clean Pink Slips.
(Only one rolling MB chassis with bill of sale )
Also , extra parts: body parts , transmissions ( T90’s / T86’s), Grills,lights,ect). Also a 6 Cylinder Hurricane (Flat six)
Also ,there’s a 1958 WILLYS Wagon with all Chevy running gear. Will list that separately, and you can also ask me about it .’
http://humboldt.craigslist.org/cto/5377216446.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2500
This has the early windshield, but no column shift.
“I have a 1946 cj2a for sale that is serial number 15192. All three tags are 15192. The tool box floor has been rusted out and patched, the hat channels are rusted out. The side steps are rusted. The frame seems to be okay except in the front where the crossover tube meets the frame it has a crack. The tub has the tool indents on the drivers side. It has one of the three data tags on the dash. You can see where the other two were. It does have two good seats. The windshield frame seems to be early with the square washers and in good shape. The transmission is a side shifter converted to tower shift. The engine seems to be a transitional cj2a engine. It does run and drive, engine in good shape. Did a compression check and all four cylinders were right at 120. I have installed a new fuel pump, points, condenser, rotor and plugs. No brakes. I drive it about every day. No title. Asking $2500 / OBO for it.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2900
Has rear PTO. I can’t tell if it has indents.
“1946 willys jeep, newer f-head engine, complete but not running, has some body rust. rear PTO winch, new tires, starter, seat cushions, water pump, gas tank. Have title.”
Seller wants to sell altogether.
“I would like to sell my old Jeeps as one lot. Included are; (1) 1945 CJ-2A chassis, with nice frame & frame serial # tag # 10308 (column shift). (1) complete 1946 CJ-2A (VIN 29938) column shift, with title (engine turns over), Another 1946 CJ-2A frame. Complete running gear for another 1946 CJ-2A (16083). (2) more 1946 engines w/transmissions, (1) keyed coil, rear PTO and other 1946 parts.
Please text me if interested and make appointment to look at them. I will try to include some photos but you should see them in person if interested. ”
http://elmira.craigslist.org/cto/5366561042.html
This might be a good price, even with mods.
“Willys Jeep 45 or 46 rare has column shifter. Runs good, new brakes.”
http://fortsmith.craigslist.org/cto/5353336492.html
It’s a column shift and it might have tool indents.
“For sale has plow setup! No plow blade. Hasn’t run in 20plus years”
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/cto/5348533121.html
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7995
(10/31/2015) Seems like a good price.
“For sale is a 1946 cj2a. Here are some details: Restored about 2 years ago with less than 100 miles since then New brakes, exhaust, and tires 134 ci go devil engine, also recent overhaul T90 transmission 3 speed on the column Turn signals 5.38 gears Please note that the frame number does not match the body number and it pops out of second when decelerating.”
http://semo.craigslist.org/cto/5341081128.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
(10/20/2015) It doesn’t run, but it has the right ’45 parts. VIN 10534
“Very early civillian jeep. Column shift. Currently not runnning. Head off to repair broken plug. Bill of sale only. #534 off production line. Very solid and complete. No spare. Green. No top. Original condition. Pto equipped. Floating rear end. Folding windshield. Text with questions. Trades considered”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $11,000.
Joe forwarded this VEC for auction. Lots to like here.
“The spare tire is not shown in the pictures, it is with the Jeep. there is not a top but all the hardware is there. This jeep has been repainted,org. color was light Gray, It has column gear shift. org. engine, data plates.Vin#13377 making this the 3377 CJ2A Jeep made. It has been converted to 12 volts,and comes with the 6 volt parts to change back. It has the indentations like the military Jeep for axe & shovel”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $7950
Appears solid. Some more pics would be useful.
“Willy’s Jeep CJ2A 1945/46
One of just a few Willy’s Jeep CJ2A with a transmission of three on the tree column shift. I have had this Jeep for over 4 years, love it but unable to spend any time restoring it to it’s original glory. This
Jeep is stock and has most original parts. Lights work, gauges work, seats are in good condition with no rips. If you are mechanical and can put sometime in to restoring this gem, I have seen them listed for over $30k fully restored. The reason I put 1945/46 down for the year, is because the vin number of
11433 falls in to the year of 1945, vin’s 1001 – 11824. So, the vin number puts the Jeep in to the year of 1945, yet it’s written on the Title as a 1946 Jeep. Go figure? I bought the Jeep in 2011 from a CHP
Motorcycle Policeman who kept on his farm south of San Jose. Like I said, I bought the Jeep as an
investment because of it’s unique one of a kind transmissions, 3 speed column shift. I’m not going to waste my time with tire kickers, so serious inquiries only please.”
UPDATE: Still Available
(09/19/2014) I don’t know if this is an ad for a jeep or for a vacation! The jeep looks good. So does Hawaii!
“Clean 1946 Willys CJ-2A. Restored to excellent working condition. Original color scheme; Pasture Green with Autumn Yellow wheels painted 2 years ago. It is regularly and properly maintained. No mechanical issues: Original L-Head 134 holds good oil pressure, no overheating, 4wd works, etc. New Clutch, transmission rebuild, transfer case rebuild and rear end rebuild within the past year.”
http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/cto/5263480941.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $6500.
This should have a full floating rear hubs, but it does have the early windshield.
“1945 willys cj2a jeep. Runs drivesgreat for show or driving to the beach and having fun!, current reg. have spare parts and tow bar ”
UPDATE: Still available. No pics provided.
“Very Early Civilian Serial number before 34530
Column Shift
PTO Winch
Cloth Top
Extra Parts
Nice Project Car”
This jeep has a VIN of 11816, which makes it a 1945. It has the early windshield. No column shift.
“You are looking at a 1946 Willy’s Jeep. The Jeep is in pretty good condition with a little TLC needed under the hood ( radiator fixed, battery, brakes)… This Jeep has been in the same family for almost 70 years now. Unfortunately, it MUST go. Please do not inquire unless you are truly interested.”
http://modesto.craigslist.org/cto/5235772184.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800.
Looks promising.
“this was a garage find in Philadelphia pa. last inspection was 1984.brought it home.got it running.got brakes working. changed fluids.has some rust but not bad.hole in drivers floor is about the worst.tool box floor is in tact.rear corners show some rust,but not much . front frame horns were welded years ago.speedometer is working and shows 20,485 ,who knows? engine starts and runs.all gears seem ok. serial # 17418 , frame #17418 , body#7507 , tailgate#7503 engine block was replaced with a newer block (supersonic) but looks like original accessories even the head.has pto on end of transfer case but no shaft or rear unit.this is a fairly early civilian willys with colum shift,that has not been messed with or restored.this is a drag out of the garage find so it needs a lot of things. oh, there is a soft top and doors. four old canvas doors also.call with questions ”
UPDATE: **SOLD** was $500.
It’s a column shift.
“1947 Willys jeep no engine column shifter rare”
UPDATE: Was $2750. **SOLD**
(09/07/2015) Has no title, but certainly is restorable.
“have an early ’46 willy cj2a column shift jeep…starts, runs good, drives, shifts…tranny + t/c work as they should…brakes not working…12volt…15″wheels…some tin work done, more needed…1 spot on frame needs repair (see pic)…odometer still working + reads 9598 miles…wouldn’t take much to be a driver…solid rare jeep to restore…sold with bill of sale”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3000.
MIght make a good restoration.
“Has current tags & runs. Call or text me for more details.”
Needs some work.
“!946 willys cj2a ,this is an early 1946 jeep with a 1950 henry j engine that does run when squirting gas in carb,needs a gas tank, brake and clutch work to be driveable.
This would be a great project ,or a driver with a little work ,has a clear indiana ti”
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/5210089707.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $10,500.
(08/05/2015) This deserve more pics.
“Early 1946 willys cj2a black plate california car. original shape,rebuilt engine,new clutch,very nice original rust free.”
