[MV] boneyard
B David M (BDavidM@aol.com)
Thu, 26 Mar 1998 08:18:41 EST
Several years ago I ran across one of those "dream" boneyards that myths are
created about, except that this one is for real. I have bought parts for my
M38A1 from the man that owns it, and (sorry!) for obvious reasons I really
don't want to disclose the location. Now that I am more financially secure
than I was way back then, I plan to return soon and make an offer or two.
I would like to get a feel for the worth of the vehicles listed prior to
making any offers, and was hoping someone on this list could help out in that
respect. The last time I visited this boneyard was about ten years ago, so
I'm going on memory here.
As I remember, this guy had several acres and old buildings full of military
only vehicles and parts. I distinctly remember that he had an M5 Stuart tank,
a DUKW, two mity-mites, a Navy M38A1 (He said it had a galvanized steel body),
several other jeeps, lots of trailers, and several 2.5t trucks. The M5 Stuart
tank was very complete, including the turret and 37mm gun. I don't remember
the exact condition it was in, but the owner said "It ran when I parked it
there" (in his front yard!). None of these vehicles were restored, all being
in original "surplus" condition.
I will greatly appreciate some general value, parts availability, and rarity
information about these vehicles mentioned, especially the M5 Stuart and DUKW.
This IS for real!
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