Vehicle Description
This 1947 Willys Jeep CJ2A has great color coordination and only
about a year since a restoration, but we really know why you're
stopping to check this one out. It's hard not to get excited about
driving the bedrock of freedom, especially when it's this
affordable.
The tough little Jeep was so good at its military life that Willys
knew it could be a soldier's best friend when he returned home.
After all, the same tough construction and go anywhere ability
could find a nice use on the farm or job site. The CJ2A was the
first Willys Jeep used for peacetime duty (CJ = Civilian Jeep), but
you can easily see its armed forces origins on this example. Thinly
veiled with proper headlights and a tailgate, it's the same basic
style that brought victory in World War II. An icon like this
doesn't need a makeover, but there have been some nice investments
we can appreciate. For example, the new red paint adds brightness
without altering the iconic appearance. Even the chrome headlight
surrounds and bright hood pins offer a style upgrade without making
this hero appear too flashy. Plus, the rope around the bumper,
jerry can in the rear, and tow hitch are the best in Jeep
function.
Because this one is open to the world, the black wheels and bumpers
coordinate nicely with the black interior. But more than look
great, a Jeep is all about function. That's why the restoration
included Line-X protecting and sealing the floors. The new seats
are made of a durable vinyl. Also, more usability in the modern
world mean upgrades like seat belts and a flat-bottom Grant
steering wheel for superior grip. The full gauge package is clear,
easy to read, and offers much more info than most other vehicles
did in the '40s. You'll note three levers on the floor, one for the
three-speed manual transmission and the other two for the two-speed
transfer case. The middle one selects 2 or 4-wheel drive, while the
one on the far right selects high and low ranges. If that seems
confusing, the instructions are always mounted on the dash to make
sure this 4x4 is always ready for duty (pretty cool, right?)
These weren't about all-out power, but the 134 cubic-inch
inline-four was actually a big reason why the military choose
Willys for manufacturing the wartime Jeep. The Go Devil motor
provided good torque and was as reliable as an American soldier.
Just like the rest of this Jeep, there have been the right
investments in this power plant. It has been through a recent tune
up, and it was also converted to 12-volt power, including a new
alternator. So today this CJ2A fires up easily, idles nicely, and
shifts with accuracy. The suspension and brakes also received
attention during restoration, and so this Jeep still retains its
go-anywhere attitude.
The significance of this icon is easily seen just simply in how its
descendants are still on sale today. It's a great history piece
that's been restored to make sure that it still lives up to its
iconic status on or off-road. This true American hero is ready for
its next patriot. Call now!
