1946 Jeep CJ-2A

Description

While the Willys MB developed for and famously deployed in World War II proved its mettle in combat, it was the civilian version—the CJ—that ensured the upright off-road implement's long-term success. The civilian jeep went into production in 1944, and more than 1.5 million based on the original recipe were built over the next 40 years.

This 1946 CJ-2A was reportedly exported to South America in the 1940s and is said to have remained there for decades before being imported back into the United States in 2021. Currently finished in military Olive Drab Green with painted markings in the style of a Willys MB, this CJ-2A is equipped with a period-brass fire extinguisher, ammunition boxes, and machine gun mount.

This 1946 Willys CJ-2A is offered with period-equipment currently mounted and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name listing it as a "1946 Jeep."

Highlights

• Reportedly exported to South America in 1945; reimported to the U.S. in 2021

• Finished in military Olive Drab Green with a painted markings

• Period-brass fire extinguisher, ammunition boxes, and machine gun mount included

• Recent tune-up under current ownership

Factory Equipment

• 134ci flathead inline-cylinder engine

• T-90 three-speed manual transmission

• Spicer 18 two-speed transfer case

• Manual locking front hubs

• Four-wheel drum brakes

• Body-color 16” steel wheels

• Removable canvas top

• Fold-down windshield

• Body-mounted side mirrors

• Swing-out spare tire mount

• Rear bench seating

• Rear pintle-style hitch

Modifications

• Refurbished under previous ownership

• 12-volt conversion

• Rubber floor mats

Servicing & Documentation

The following items are said to have been replaced under current ownership:

• Spark plugs and wires

• Oil pan

• Radiator

• Fuel pump

Included Items

• Mounted equipment photographed

Additional Information

The clean Florida title calls this Willys a "1946 Jeep."