Chance Phonecall

[Keith Orpin]

Hi Tony,
Considering how close to home this one was (only 15 miles down the road), added to the number of jeep fanatics here in England, I was surprized this one surfaced. Just goes to show what's lurking about !. Oddly enough, although this one was built on an American contract, 4 jeeps from this contract were sent to England, so she will be restored in British markings (even though the 101st were just 25 miles away from where I live)
Regards
Keith

[Little Jo]

Originally Posted by Keith Orpin

Hi Tony,
Considering how close to home this one was (only 15 miles down the road), added to the number of jeep fanatics here in England, I was surprized this one surfaced. Just goes to show what's lurking about !. Oddly enough, although this one was built on an American contract, 4 jeeps from this contract were sent to England, so she will be restored in British markings (even though the 101st were just 25 miles away from where I live)
Regards
Keith

Hi Keith

Nice to be talking Jeep stuff. Yes one never knows what is lying around and even better if near near home. I agree go British in the restoration. A mate and I had to travel about 1200 Klms round trip to collect mine from a farm. Mine was in USA markings and colour but I restored the Jeep as an Australian Western Desert 2/10 Battalion in desert colours. The vehicle stands out amongst other Jeeps still restored as USA vehicles. I look forward to following your progress and don't forget the photos.

Cheers

Tony