1955 Willys M38A1

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$34,995

1955 Willys M38A1

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Summary:

Used 1955 1,000 miles

Location:

Morgantown, PA

Description:

1955 Willys M38A1 The Jeep wave, the Jeep duckling, and anything else that's a "Jeepthing" can trace its roots to the CJ-2A of the 1940's, which wasalmost exclusively a vehicle for the agricultural and industrialindustries and not marketed as a passenger car. Even as the CJ-3A1replaced it, it was farm journals where the car was promotedbeginning in 1949. It was then adapted for the military as the M38and eventually the M38A1 with reinforced suspension, a waterproofelectrical system, and sealed vent systems for various functionalcomponents. This was the first round fendered Jeep and is cited forleading to the civilian CJ-5. For consignment, a real deal 1955 Willys M38A1, recipient of a fullnut and bolt restoration including the engine, paint, and brakes.Our consignor states proudly that outside of the floor pans, allthe sheet metal is original and the electrical system has beenconverted to 12 volt. ExteriorThe body was sandblasted, primed with epoxy primer, and resprayedin single stage and slightly flattened Olive Green paint. It coversthe car with a beautiful, pre combat satin finish. Army decals,including the stars, are crisp and white and the Jerry can, 16-inchwheels, and top supports are also olive green. Speaking of the top,this is the correct convertible version and is immaculate. Theiconic 7 slot grille is flanked by inset headlights and theblackout lights were converted to turn signals. Our consignorstates he did not show this car, but it's certainly worthy andwould be welcome at military events and Memorial Day parade. Wenote one blemish on the exterior, a sizable crack in the paint inthe hood. InteriorDoorless entry gives easy access to the olive green vinyl bucketseat in fantastic condition and the small rear bench seat. Roughand ready with bare bones minimalism in here, no other paddedsurfaces or decorative trim. A three spoke olive green steeringwheel fronts a flat metal dashboard where a black paneled gaugecluster resides in the middle. Correct data plates are in front ofthe passenger and behind a handle bolted to the dash. The shifterand range selectors for this � ton 4x4 are floor mounted and sharethe drab color of the matless floor where exposed bolts, rivets andwelds tell the story of the car's construction. DrivetrainUnder the hood, a gleaming 134.2 cubic inch F-head Hurricane inline4 cylinder engine that's been fully rebuilt. It was bored out .030,had the crank turned .010 on the rods and mains, and received a newcamshaft. Other replaced items include the oil pump, gaskets, andthe correct year generator, all with less than 1,000 miles sincerebuild. A Borg Warner T90 3-speed manual transmission is tied to aDana 18 transfer case and power is distributed to the Dana 25 5.38gears in front, and Dana 44 5.38 gears in the back. The master andwheel cylinders were replaced on the 4 wheel drum brakes. UndercarriageIf M38's were ever in showrooms, we would refer to theundercarriage and "showroom condition". But I think you know wherewe're going, it's spotless underneath, dominated by clean olivegreen paint. Only the single exhaust veers from that pattern, as itflows straight back before turning sharply into a stock stylemuffler and exiting unceremoniously under the right rear corner.Leaf springs are found front and rear. We note a few drops of fluidon the transmission housing, but otherwise minty mint conditionsprevail underneath. Drive-AbilityHooah! I haven't had this much fun since playing in the mud with aplastic version of this very car about five decades ago! The engineruns well, and the drivetrain is fully engaged as we civilian typesroll this car over our flat terrain and experience a solid ridewhile the solid axles do their best to thwart the enemy, in thiscase the minor potholes in our way. Everything works ascommissioned, and we return to base. It is both solemn and satisfying knowing that this is the view andfeel our hardened soldiers experienced while defending freedom andprotecting people around the world. This is a piece of historybrought up to like new standards and would be right at home in anAmerican history museum or as mentioned, out in public for the nextgeneration to see and appreciate. Make the call today, and we'llsee you at Reveille. Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic andcollectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climatecontrolled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classicand collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of theI-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visitwww.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-XXXX. Contact usanytime for more information or to come see the vehicle inperson. With so many great cars, you know we have a lot to talk about, andwe do that each week on the Classic Auto Mall Podcast with hostStewart Howden. Stewart discusses new inventory as well as trendsin consignments and car prices, while interviewing celebrities andautomotive professionals about amazing cars and their history. Tunein each week to the Classic Auto Mall Podcast wherever you enjoylistening. You can also watch on YouTube!

Body Type:

Convertible

Transmission:

Manual Transmission

For sale by:

Dealer

Posted:

May 20 on Americanlisted