CJ-2A

Aug 21, 2024  •  Auctions  •  17 Comments

BF Auction: 1948 Willys CJ-2A

UPDATE – The seller has relisted this Willys, but now with a lower reserve! 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…. more»

Apr 3, 2024  •  For Sale  •  28 Comments

Post-War Civilian Jeep: 1947 Willys CJ-2A

At the close of World War II, Willys-Overland introduced a civilian version of the military Jeep they had built a countless number of in the 1940s. Dubbed the CJ-2A, it differed from the Armed Forces version only slightly, with… more»

Jan 22, 2024  •  For Sale  •  24 Comments

Post-War Survivor: 1948 Willys Jeep CJ-2A

Did you ever wonder where the Jeep term “CJ” came from? It stands for “civilian Jeep” as Willys was transforming the war-era workhorses into commercial applications. The CJ-2A was an early example, in production from 1945 (as WW2 was… more»

Mar 13, 2023  •  For Sale  •  12 Comments

Preserve or Restore: 1947 Willys-Overland Jeep CJ-2A

The Willys-Overland Jeep CJ-2A emerged in 1945, remaining in production until 1949. Although it wasn’t the best weapon for long-distance touring, its four-wheel-drive capabilities made it an accomplished off-road performer. They remain a strong performer in the classic market,… more»

Jan 30, 2023  •  For Sale  •  10 Comments

Civilian Version: 1948 Willys CJ2A

Even folks who are not car buffs recognize a World War II vintage GP, or Jeep as they are commonly called.  The Jeep, like Harley Davidson motorcycles, Coca Cola, and rock and roll is uniquely American.  The part of… more»

May 22, 2022  •  For Sale  •  13 Comments

Freshly Restored: 1946 Willys Jeep CJ-2A

Ahead of the close of WWII, Willys-Overland decided to launch a civilian Jeep that was on par with those produced for the military. The result was the CJ-2A, a mass-produced early SUV that went into business in 1945. Nearly… more»

May 18, 2021  •  For Sale  •  5 Comments

Spotless Refurbishment: 1947 Willys Jeep CJ-2A

This 1947 Willys Jeep CJ-2A has led a sheltered life, but that didn’t stop its previous owner from performing a meticulous nut-and-bolt refurbishment of the vehicle. The result of all of this hard work is a vehicle that not… more»

Aug 12, 2019  •  For Sale  •  7 Comments

Classic Off-Roader: 1948 Willys Jeep CJ-2A

This Willys Jeep is a great old off-roader that is ready to be driven and enjoyed as it stands right now. The next owner could also choose to undertake a restoration on the vehicle if they wanted. Barn Finder… more»

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