The Willys CJ-2A is part of a series of vehicles that would spark off a legacy and a brand that is known today as Jeep. 1944 saw the Willys-Overland company start producing a series of civilian jeeps that are based on their popular World War II military jeep. The CJ-2A was the first production model with a four-year run spanning 1945-1949. This is a 1948 Willys CJ-2A from California that’s completed a full, frame-off, nut-and-bolt restoration with a mere 850 miles done since. The seller reports that it’s completely restored and “people cannot believe it when they crawl underneath”. If you’re looking for a classic Willys which will not let you down, here’s a great example to consider!
This 1948 Willys CJ-2A bears many of the hallmark characteristics that we see on modern Jeep vehicles, including the iconic seven-bar grille. It was repainted during the restoration in Desert Sand paintwork and its clean black steel wheels wear new tires, including the spare wheel. The bikini top and full top are included in the sale. The interior is also stock and was reupholstered during the restoration with new black seats. The seller reports that one modification has been done on the interior by a professional, and that is the installation of seat belts. It’s got an electric wiper on the driver’s side whilst the passenger side wiper is manual, and the heater has been treated to a new core to help keep occupants nice and warm. The gauges look fantastic, as do the thin-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel.
The CJ-2A was powered by the 2.2L (134ci) L134 ‘Go-Devil’ engine, coupled to a three-speed Borg Warner T90 manual transmission and transfer case. This 1948 Willys CJ-2A reportedly bears its original motor, transmission, transfer case and warn hubs which have been rebuilt. The factory exhaust has been retained but the steering has been upgraded with a kit for stabilized steering which the seller notes is an important mod for an old Jeep, as it does not wander about. The brakes are all-new to factory spec, with rebuilt master cylinders, new brake pads and a new pad for the emergency brake as well. The seller reports that “this hurricane engine is amazing. On the highway I can cruise at 55[mph]”.
Car Location: California Completed a full frame off restoration, nut and bolt Only modification reported is professionally installed seatbelts Original motor, transmission, transfer case, warn hubs, etc are reported to be original but rebuilt New tires including spare tire Repainted during restoration Desert Sand Exterior Reupholstered during the restoration w/ new black seats Bikini top included in sale Full top included in sale Electric windshield wiper on driver side, passenger side is manual Heater w/ new core Kept factory exhaust "This hurricane engine is amazing. On the high way I can cruise at 55!" - seller Original steering w/ upgraded kit for stabilized steering - seller reports this is an important mod for an old jeep. "It does not wander" All new brakes - factory spec Rebuilt master cylinders and new brake pads New emergency brake pad "Completely restored" - seller "people cannot believe it when they crawl under my car" - seller
The Willys CJ-2A is part of a series of vehicles that would spark off a legacy and a brand that is known today as Jeep. 1944 saw the Willys-Overland company start producing a series of civilian jeeps that are based on their popular World War II military jeep. The CJ-2A was the first production model with a four-year run spanning 1945-1949. This is a 1948 Willys CJ-2A from California that’s completed a full, frame-off, nut-and-bolt restoration with a mere 850 miles done since. The seller reports that it’s completely restored and “people cannot believe it when they crawl underneath”. If you’re looking for a classic Willys which will not let you down, here’s a great example to consider!
In the realm of car customization, the philosophy of "more" doesn't always equate to "better." A multitude of options exists for exterior, interior, and performance modifications, yet it's the delicate balance of these elements that culminates in a custom project perfected. If you're in search of a project that turns heads without veering into excess, feast your eyes on this 1941 Willys Americar Coupe Pro Street Hot Rod build showcased today.
A hot rod that's done well is a sight to behold; even the folks that prefer a factory build would turn as you drive by. Finding the right balance of modifications amongst the sea of aftermarket upgrades and staying true to the car's roots is a tough ask. Why struggle on a build when we have the perfect custom build right here? Present today is the lovely 1941 Willys Coupe, with a reported 11,000 miles on the clock. This classic American beauty is a hot rod done well and can be yours to cruise around it right now if you desire. Just get in touch with us.
Willys is a name that’s best remembered by the Willys Jeep of World War II, a vehicle that spawned several official and unofficial derivatives, and icons of which live on in the current Jeep brand of Stellantis. However, the Willys-Overland company is much older, dating all the way back to 1908 when John Willys founded the company. In fact, John Willys didn’t create the company, but bought the younger (by just five years) Overland Automobile. Between 1914 and 1933, Willys produced the Willys-Knight range of two and four door cars. What we’ve got here is a 1925 Willys-Knight Roadster that’s more of a restomod, as it packs a much newer drivetrain than what would have originally propelled this Twenties automobile along the roads of the time. The mileage on the car is reported to be just 7,500 miles, and if you want a slice of Twenties American automobilia with a twist in the tale, take a chance on this car.
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