

See also 1954 OB Serial Numbers for the first 2,600 units in 1954. (It was produced before the final CJ-3A which had VIN 453GB1 20617.) Fourth number indicates series in any one model year.įor example, the first 1953 CJ-3B, with VIN 453GB2 10001, was part of the second series of "GB" Universal Jeeps in that year. First letter indicates basic chassis model.

Bill Norris found the document and provides this information from it:įirst number indicates the number of cylinders. Willys Service Bulletin 52-79 dated Decemexplains the meaning of the serial number prefixes Willys used from 1950 through 1954, such as 453GB2. See photos of Stamped Numbers on CJ-3B Frames. In most cases (other than 1953 models) the serial number (without the prefix) is also stamped on the frame. Reproduction plates in various styles are available from. See also a 1953 Willys-Overland tag (CJ-3B number 12!) a 1954 Willys tag and a 1965 Kaiser Jeep plate. The CJ-3B serial number (equivalent of the Vehicle Identification Number or VIN) is found on a plate under the hood on the right side of the firewall.

Our list of Surviving CJ-3B Jeeps includes Jeeps and their owners in order of serial number. Serial Numbers and Production Figures on
