Wanted: Ferret? but can settle for an M38A1

[Grant Hopkins]

Welcome Sam. I've owned a Ferret and a couple M38A1 among many other things and I would say the Ferret is a significant step in maintenance and drive-ability away from a Rover or a Jeep. If you were dead set on the Ferret I'd go with the restored one as the $6000 machine is likely hiding 5x as many problems as the ones you can see. I had a lot of fun driving around in mine, but it's just not as convenient as the 38A1, the jeep is quicker and more responsive and far more portable. If you are going to drive it a lot be prepared to stop at a gas station every second trip with the Ferret. I see a couple 38A1 on kijiji in Ontario right now, have you gone to check them out yet?

[Sam Assad]

Hi and thanks for your reply,
The reason why i want to buy a Ferret is that it will provide me with endless fun; am not an extreme user so speed or anything is not a factor, gas price is not a factor either..
That said i am looking for something that i can buy in Canada to avoid shipping hassles..
There is one in the US now running for 15,900$ US and another pristine one in Holland for 13,500 Euros. But i have no clue how to import and whether i can or cannot.. So am looking locally..

As for the M38a1 its my alternative, so if i fail with the Ferret ill get a Jeep.

I want to finish up before the holidays to be able to spend sometime in the garage.. Any help or recommendations or contacts is most welcomed.
thanks

[chris vickery]

Sam
check your private messages
Chris

[Sam Assad]

Hi Chris,

No PM received, can you check pls..

[chris vickery]

BTW, glad you made it here!
Welcome

[BCA]

Sam: Check your PM regarding a ferret.. Brian

[Sam Assad]

Thanks Chris and Brian,
am reacting to your messages now..
all my best