1st Mar, 2007 0:00

The Centaur

 
  Lot 58
 
Lot 58 - 1942 Ford GPW Jeep

1942 Ford GPW Jeep

Sold for £13,500

(including buyers premium)


Lot details
Registration No: 206 UXO
Chassis No: 45701
Mot Expiry: Feb 2008

Whilst it famously secured the contract to provide the US Military with a 'go-anywhere' ¼ ton truck, Willys was forced to share the manufacture of its winning design with Ford by a government determined to ensure adequate frontline supply. Having acquired two derelict WW2 Jeeps thirty years ago with the intention of combining them to make one good one, the vendor spared '206 UXO' this fate when initial restoration revealed it to contain a large number of genuine Ford parts (marked with the legendary 'F'). Mindful to preserve as many authentic features as possible - even down to the period Firestone spare tyre which still bears the legend 'US Military' - the refurbishment was completed during the 1980s. Sidelined by various other projects, the Ford saw little use thereafter. However, two years ago the Jeep was taken to one of the country's leading US Military specialists who paid attention to its paint, suspension springs, canvasses, wiring, major electrical components and valve gear as well as fitting new block-tread Firestone tyres. Though, it was not felt necessary to disassemble the engine, gearbox or axles as the previous renovation work was so thorough as to include a new crankshaft and pistons. Somewhat tongue-in-cheek, the owner adorned the bonnet side with a serial number related to his wife's maiden name, birthday and their wedding date '67290504B'. Unfortunately even with this sign of affection the vehicle has remained largely idle following its second rejuvenation and consequently is now being offered for sale. Said to look as if it "just left the Detroit factory", '206 UXO' would make an ideal companion for Goodwood or trips across the Channel".

PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle now has an MOT certificate until February 2008.
 

All successful bids must be paid in full by midday the day after the auction at the latest.

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Auction: The Centaur, 1st Mar, 2007

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