Vehicle Description
This 1952 Willys M38A1 has less than 10 miles on it since its full
frame-off restoration. It was meticulous work right down to the
details - like the shovel mounted under the hood. So if you want an
authentic military 4x4 icon that's also ready for concours lawns,
you need to know this Jeep.
The M38A1 is one of the coolest Jeeps around, and this was its
debut year. It has the face and rounded fender look that reminds us
of the CJ5, except we also all know this one was built to be a
tougher and more robust machine made for service. So while there is
no need to improve on an icon, it does take a careful eye and
professional hand to get an example that looks day-one duty-ready.
That's why this example had full nut and bolt restoration done by
the masters at Specialty Jeeps. The work was completed in December
2020, and all the zeros on the odometer tell the story of how fresh
this one is. The army green paint has the right matte finish, but
it's so smooth to the touch to give that instant sense of something
premium. The army decals go well-beyond the classic stares and
delivers a fully labeled package. It has all the details you love,
like the backout fender lights, front tow hooks, a side-mounted ax,
and new classic-style Firestone military tires. And in the back you
have the Jerry can, full size spare, and pintle hook hitch. In
total, you have a great authentic classic attitude that looks far
fresher than anything else from the 1950s.
A true military Jeeps is all about a sturdy no-frills attitude
where even the General didn't get a coddled seat. And so this one
makes sure it keeps the bare-bone style that stays faithful to the
original. But there's also no denying that there has been a solid
investment here. Bright bolts, crisp gauges, fresh seat canvas, and
an overall spotless presentation doesn't take away from the
ruggedness, and yet, you also know this one has yet to spend a full
day living outside. Everything here is correct and accurate - from
the grip of the thin steering wheel to the brass plates on the dash
that make sure you know how to work the Jeep's three-lever 4x4
system.
You'll love lifting the hood wherever you park this Jeep. After
all, the inner hood has more of the full decal package and the
ultra-cool shovel mount. Plus, you may never find another Jeep
powerhouse this pristinely presented ever again. You'll love this
for more than just the award-worthy presentation, because the M38A1
is also a better driver. It starts with the 134 cubic-inch
inline-four. This is the Hurricane motor, which means it's related
to the Go-Devil engines that helped win the war, but with a revised
head and setup that made a hardy leap in power and torque. And the
big restoration investment means you have a powerhouse that starts,
idles, and runs quite nicely. The M38A1 struck the right balance
where it had a longer wheelbase and better ride than its
predecessors, but the frame was more robust than the CJs that were
in production at the time. And you take firm control on or off road
with the three-speed manual transmission.
Complete with restoration photos, this is an awesome icon done to
museum-quality standards. So if you want the best way to represent
a true American hero, call today!
