BSA WM20 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 After bumping into a few MVT'ers with a Morris, Bedford and Austin (15cwt trucks?) it's got my brain ticking about the possibility of owning a wartime lorry. But, my (limited) knowledge only stretches to motorcycles at the mo and I wondered if anyone could steer me in the direction of which make/model to look for in terms of price, spares availability, etc. My only criteria at the mo is that it should be a British vehicle and of a similar size to an MW, etc. Thanks in advance, Lee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Ashby Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 The Bedford MW range would be a good bet, comparatively good parts availability for major components and a reliable straight six cylinder engine that you will be able to get to grips with without the complications of a V8 in the case of the WoT's or the more difficult parts supply for the Morris C4/8 range. Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Child Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 The Bedford MW range would be a good bet, comparatively good parts availability for major components and a reliable straight six cylinder engine that you will be able to get to grips with without the complications of a V8 in the case of the WoT's or the more difficult parts supply for the Morris C4/8 range. The V8's not complicated, it just knows what it likes and sulks until it gets it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Ashby Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 The V8's not complicated, it just knows what it likes and sulks until it gets it True Lauren and they are pretty bullet proof and very easy to build, I'm just scarred I think from dodgy divers bell distributors weak condensers and fuel vaporization issues on CMP 6 volt systems :-( Pete lover of straight sixes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Be adventerous and go Humber! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BSA WM20 Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 Thanks chaps. Any idea what sort of budget I'd need for a reasonably complete example that mainly needs cosmetic work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Ashby Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 British 15cwts have gained in popularity in the last few years so bargains are pretty thin on the ground, I would think you should be budgeting around the £8k mark give or take a bit depending on condition. Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
44GPW Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Go MW mate. Had mine for a year and a half now and i love it!!. Great to drive, as economical as a Jeep, reliable and parts have so far been easy to obtain. Get a later one with a Cab, then its a great all weather vehicle. Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffleese Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Tony, if you can find me one at that sort of money (£10k max) I'll buy it. Won't get a Humber for that sort of money, I know, but an MW maybe? Hope all is well with you mate one or two pals in Ver have asked after you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Child Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Don't rule anything out until you've seen it and sat in it Go and look at a selection and see what you fancy after you've been up close and personal with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BSA WM20 Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share Posted August 31, 2013 Although I'd prefer a Brit truck, a Canadian 15cwt Ford made £5000 on eBay (item no 251325597183). Is this the sort of figure Fords sell for and, if so, are the British trucks commanding more money? Is the 70th anniversary boosting prices? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big ray Posted August 31, 2013 Share Posted August 31, 2013 I always suggest to our members that they should try to get a drive of a members vehicle,even at showgrounds maybe at the end of the day when the public have gone, because it looks right does not mean that it is right. You may find that it does not suit you. Thats what the club is all about, helping each other. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Child Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 (edited) From what I've seen, British and Commonwealth vehicles are all approximately the same in terms of cost. A lot depends on condition, "correctness", model, and spares availability. Ultimately you need to decide how much you'd be happy paying for a vehicle, and if it comes in under that then you're laughing. That'll probably go out of the window when you see the one you want, but hey, it's worth trying I put "correctness" in speech marks because it's difficult to tell with limited information saved from the war, and with so many different opinions. Do a bit of research yourself before buying, and talk to the owner about the history. Very little left these days is perfect though, so there will always be things that need some tweaking. Some tweaks are more expensive/difficult than others. Either way you will end up spending far more than they're worth on maintenance, running, and "I'll get one of those just in case" spares, so keep that in mind when setting your budget. Edited September 1, 2013 by Lauren Child Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted September 1, 2013 Share Posted September 1, 2013 70 odd years of service, plus what ever changes units decided would be useful, add various bits of 'Found; kit. What constitutes a 'Standard' MV? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BSA WM20 Posted September 3, 2013 Author Share Posted September 3, 2013 Thanks for the advice. Projects usually end up breaking the budget but I'd better start saving for the initial purchase. If you hear of one that needs a good home, feel free to PM me. Thanks again, Lee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morris c8 fat Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Bedford MW water bowser just turned up on mil=web Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
44GPW Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 I loose interest immediately when i see "POA" on a For Sale listing. Why do people do that?? :confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Ashby Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 I loose interest immediately when i see "POA" on a For Sale listing. Why do people do that?? :confused: It cools my interest too, it usually means the price is going to be high that's fair enough, but I'm never sure why it has to be a secret Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Child Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 It cools my interest too, it usually means the price is going to be high that's fair enough, but I'm never sure why it has to be a secret Pete It stands for Price Over Augmented. It means you have to haggle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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