49 3a

This one is apparently local. Looks decent but maybe a bit pricey. I have never seen it on the street.
https://bozeman.craigslist.org/cto/d/bozeman-1949-willys-cj-3a/7820650262.html

 

I’m guessing it’s sporting a replacement tub.
I don’t see the original 4 holes that were used to mount the outside rear view mirror.

 

Not cheap but it looks pretty solid

 

Surprised to see a 41 in the rear.
Shouldn't it have a 44?
Looks very nice.
Major road test required by me before forking over that kind $$$.
Obviously rear pinion seal is leaking it would appear.

 

The early 3A's did indeed have D41's including the 49 derelict I have. I suspect Bob Westerman's 3A book has the serial numbers where that was changed for the D44.

 

My 49 3A had a D41.

 

The switch to D44 was in 1951.