Vehicle Description
Frame off, Nut and Bolt restoration done by MV Specialties, LLC of Hastings , MN. MV Specialties is responsible for more #1 award-winning restored class Military vehicles than any other business or individual. From the engine compartment, sheet metal, and interior details nothing wasn’t touched and done to the finest level. Equipped with a replica non-firing Browning .50-Caliber machine gun. This Willys tells a wonderful story of a loving previous owner. Dedicating this M38A1 with markings to represent his service in the 50’s with an Army Aviation Battalion at Ladd Air Force Base in Alaska. Don’t miss your opportunity to own one of the finest 1953 M38A1’s in the country. Call our classic team: 605-371-1603 - brought to you by Frankman Motor Company. Feel free to call me anytime, I’d be happy to talk to you about this Willy’s, or any other vehicle in our Classic Inventory. The Willys M38A1 or (MD) was built from 1952 until 1957 for the U.S. military forces and from 1958 until 1971 for export to foreign governments. The United States Marine Corps continued to order and use the M38A1 until 1971. The Marine version had minor differences from the units used by other branches. The production information available for these vehicles suggests a much more limited production run. The M38A1 was so well liked, they introduced the CJ-5 in 1955 based on its design. Drive Train The M38A1 used the 'Hurricane' F-Head 134 I4 engine, T-90 3 speed transmission, Dana transfer case, Dana front axle, and Dana rear axle.
