1952 Willys CJ3A Restomod – Small Block V8, Turbo 400, Disc Brakes, Collector Quality
If you’re looking for the perfect flat-fender Willys, immaculately restored, tastefully upgraded, and collector-ready - your dream Jeep has arrived.
This 1952 CJ3A restomod is the real deal: a rare, beautiful, and brutally capable build with over $55,000 invested across a 10-year professional restoration. It's been stored under cover, used sparingly, and it shows - this is not a trail-beaten Jeep. It's a collector-quality vehicle with a period-correct stance, modern powertrain, and incredible attention to detail.
Are you the next custodian of this rare and beautiful 74 year old vehicle?
Powertrain & Driveline
Rebuilt Chevy 350 V8 with mild cam - tuned for power and drivability
Rebuilt Turbo 400 automatic with smooth shifts, Lokar tall shifter
Dana 18 & Jeep Model 20 transfer cases
Offset Dana 44 rear axle with 30-spline one-piece flanged shafts
Custom driveshafts, electric fan (never overheats), HEI ignition, 100A alternator
Chassis, Suspension & Brakes
Rancho 2.5” lift with spring-under setup, 1.75” leafs
Front & rear disc brakes
33x10.5R15 BF Goodrich Mud Terrains on 15” Centerline wheels
Tow-ready front & rear: Blue Ox tow points, wiring, and 2” hitch receiver
Custom Upgrades
WFO Concepts full roll cage
Dual gas tanks (10 gal front + 18 gal rear) with transfer pump & fuel management
12,000 lb Warn winch through front bumper
Ravelco Anti-Theft Immobilizer
Interior & Electronics
Grant steering wheel, center console, passenger floor heater
Pioneer head unit (hidden), JL Audio marine amp, Bazooka sub, 6.5” JL pods
CB radio, KC spotlights, full VDO gauge cluster, new AGM battery w/ shutoff
Custom 20-ft high-current charging cable (front-mounted terminals)
Extras
Only 9,260 miles on engine & trans since rebuild
California VIN: CA594163
Includes custom triple-thick California Deluxe cover
Location: Marina Del Rey, CA
A true no-compromises Willys that can be towed, driven, shown - or all three.
This is a well-sorted, collector-grade restomod for someone who knows what they're looking at. If that's you, let’s talk. It's a real head turner and you get the most smiles per miles! Get used to people waving at you!
***This is a JWFS Full Service listing. We are working very close with the owner to facilitate the marketing and sale of this vehicle. As part of the sale we are also providing secure funds transfer via escrow as well as title transfer. Shipping can also be facilitated – should the need for that arise.
You can contact us by sending a message or by calling/texting 503-862-8541.