Exporting WW2 Vehicles from India

Adame · #1 06-02-10, 21:37

Hi Guys.

Has anyone exported any military vehicles from India. It would appear to be allowed however. I just wondered if any one has done it.

Cheers
Adam

Jon Skagfeld · #2 06-02-10, 22:21

Now, Adam...you wouldn't be after an Indian Pattern FAT would you?

Adame · #3 06-02-10, 23:15

It would be nice, Just have to find a trustworthy source over there.

Cheers
Adam

Lang · #4 06-03-10, 11:56

Bangladesh seems to have a lot more WW2 vehicles still running around than India. Chevrolet 1 1/2tonners are really common, many having the front axle replaced with a non-driving type and of course all fitted with high sided wooden boxes gaily painted.

Burma also has a lot of CMP and in fact their military still have some in service but a bit harder(though not impossible) to buy and export something from there.

Buying is the problem - there are numerous reputable international shipping agents who will get the vehicle home for you. The only sensible way is to find a vehicle and go look at it (preferably have a few to choose from). It is not that they will set out to rob you any more than buying a vehicle sight unseen from USA but their honest idea of what is "concourse", restored or excellent condition falls well short of western standards.

I have bought some aircraft from India (WW2 Piper L-4 Cubs and Stinson L-5's). Shipping was no problem but the advice above about buying is from hard earned experience!

Lang

maple_leaf_eh · #5 06-03-10, 15:08

The South Asian bureaucracy is there for reasons most of us can't begin to understand, it would be prudent to NOT annoy or pull a fast one on the numerous officials and functionairies. If someone objects they will tie you up in endless courts, commissions and agencies. I suppose the best self-defence is not to use any words that resemble or hint at historic or military. Both will trigger questions.