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
Behold, the world’s first-ever mass-production civilian four-wheel drive car: the Willys Jeep. Derived from the military vehicle that served extensively in World War II, the Willys CJ “Civilian Jeep” was a modified, road-legal version of the battlefield hero. Aimed at the farming and industrial community, many mechanical modifications over the military version were with the goal of making it more durable and reliable. As the war was winding up, Jeep started working on the CJ, with 2 main prototype models being tested (CJ-1 and CJ-2). The CJ-2A was the first production model, which arrived in mid-1945, initially used up the last of the war-time parts stock. Once this was over, many parts such as the rear axle were changed (in this case to a stronger option). In total, over 214,000 CJ-2As were built between 1945 and 1949.
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!
Bridging the gap between the military vehicles and the civilian utility vehicles, the Jeep CJ came to life in 1945. In simple terms, it was the world's first mass-produced civilian four-wheel drive car. The acronym CJ itself stands for “Civilian Jeep”. Manufactured by Willys-Overland, it showcases a no-nonsense design with maximum off-road capability, making it perfectly suited for farming and ranching. Buyers in that era didn't need much else, making the CJ a highly desired vehicle. It also explains why you can still find well-preserved examples today. What we have on offer here is a 1953 Willys CJ-3A Jeep with its odometer indicating a mileage of 23,711. Currently located in Corpus Christi, Texas, this CJ is ready to give you a taste of American history.
The Willys Jeepster was originally designed to bridge the gap between utilitarian Jeeps and comfortable passenger cars, offering open-air driving with rugged charm. This 1949 example, offered from Nevada, Missouri, has been transformed into a restomod that blends vintage Jeepster character with modern muscle. With a 6.2L LS3 V8 under the hood, automatic transmission, and just 265 miles since completion, it delivers classic looks with contemporary power and usability
The original Jeep CJ series is what became the civilian variant of the tough and rugged Willys Jeep that saw time in the battlefield. In fact, the story is quite similar to the Hummer; a military vehicle adapted into civilian use. But what if you want the military variant instead of the civilian one? Well, unlike Humvees, that’s a bit harder to come by when we talk about Willys Jeeps. You see, these vehicles were considered to be pretty much disposable, leading a few years of hard life before being put to pasture. Some examples lasted mere weeks in battlefields, such as vehicles involved in World War II and the Korean War. However, sometimes you do get lucky and find a classic survivor. This 1952 Willys M38 from Flower Mound, Texas, is one such lucky find. It’s reportedly got just 1,789 miles on it, too. So if you’re a fan of wartime vehicles and want something that’s truly special, call or DM us right now.
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