Heads Up: CMPs for sale in United Kingdom

[Hanno Spoelstra]

HUW on MilWeb - pricey....

1943 Chevrolet C8A Wireless Truck
Age has caught up with me and the time has come to offer my very original Chevrolet Wireless truck for sale. It has done less than 10,000 miles from new. As far as I can tell it was never issued and was released from the MoD in 1947 with 500 miles on the clock. It was privately owned before being purchased by a military vehicle museum, from where I bought it 21 years ago.

The vehicle is right-hand drive with a beautiful wooden steering wheel. It comes with its four original, 1942-dated, part-worn, run-flat tyres plus one good spare. The original tyres were replaced with bar-tread tyres which are in excellent condition. The truck is equipped with a No.19 radio set, original operator’s head-set, antennae, a set of snow chains (unused), jack, starting handle, radiator muff, stainless steel exhaust, shovel, original 1942-dated detailed maintenance manual and a modern towing bar.

£42,500

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally Posted by gareth

HI, Selling my Ford, £8500 ono

This F15 was auctioned on eBay, see item no. 251325597183, high bid was £5,000.

H.

Sad to say, it is time for someone else to have fun and take care of this lovely little truck.
Made in 1942 in canada this is the rarer 4x2 version 13 cab truck.
Powered by its correct flathead v8 engine and 4 speed crash box, no transfer case on this model.
I have fitted electronic ignition that does away with the contact breakers and condenser and never needs adjusting.
Also have fitted a solid state regulator to get rid of the unreliable coils.
It is currently taxed (free) and MOT exempt, and insurance works out at about £100 fully comp.
Tyres are 900x16 petlas on correct split rim wheels and will be good for many years to come.
I bought this vehicle because of it's correct original fittings, and I think this is one of it's strong points.
Bad(ish) points, This is an older restoration and as such is showing signs of age and use, the rear canvas has a tear in it and a few small holes but keeps the inside dry, I also think it is from a different vehicle as the lower straps do not line up correctly at the back, it still closes though.
The paint underneath is starting to flake in places, you may wish to repaint.
A new dip switch will be needed and of course the small oil leaks from old seals.
Non of the above stops me from using the truck and if it doesn't sell on here this week, we will be camping out at malpas beginning of September.
I could go on for ages, but if you are interested,drop me a line and we can talk some more, I would definatelly recommend that you view before bidding, we are located in beautifull North Wales.
The pictures shown are from when I purchased the truck from Jersey and has been re registered here so has a different reg number
Test drives are more than welcome, you will need fully comprehensive insurance for the truck and £ 7000 cash in my hand, I will pay for the petrol.
Any inspection is more than welcome, I will put the kettle on!
Cash or cheque is fine, but will have to clear in my account before release, no paypal unless you pay the fees!

[Hanno Spoelstra]

F15 on milweb: http://www.milweb.net/classifieds/la...ad=69425&cat=3

Haven't we seen this before?

1942 F15 Ford CMP

Lots of new parts fitted, 4 new tyres. Runs and drives perfectly. Fully serviced and ready to go. £9750 ono.
07984 158145

Christopher Camps

[Alex van de Wetering]

Originally Posted by Hanno Spoelstra

F15 on milweb: http://www.milweb.net/classifieds/la...ad=69425&cat=3

Haven't we seen this before?

Lost the poppy and gained a few pounds with those mirrors...

Seems like a nice truck though if you want to do a lot of events.

[Lauren Child]

Originally Posted by Hanno Spoelstra

F15 on milweb: http://www.milweb.net/classifieds/la...ad=69425&cat=3

Haven't we seen this before?

Chris had the F22 before I did - he's been on the forum in the past as well.

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally Posted by Alex van de Wetering

Lost the poppy and gained a few pounds with those mirrors... Seems like a nice truck though if you want to do a lot of events.

Originally Posted by Lauren Child

Chris had the F22 before I did - he's been on the forum in the past as well.

Yes indeed, I now took some time to search this thread and found Gareth offered it for sale here in 2011 for £8500 ono, apparenty not selling he put it on ebay in 2012 and again earlier this year with a wining bid of £5000. Now for sale again by a new owner after gaining a few pounds - like you said, Alex

The rear body looks non-standard, could well be one of the F15 4x2 chassis/cabs delivered to the UK to be fitted with a Polsten gun. It seems not all were actually fitted with the 20-mm AA gun, and were quickly sold off post-war to be fitted with various types of bodies in civvie street.

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally Posted by Hanno Spoelstra

C15A on eBay

Check Item #: 230863379390

Same C15A back on Ebay:

1943 -46 Chevrolet C 15 A, Army truck, 4x4 "BARN FIND" runs and drives, taxed
Lots of fun, Diesel,

1943 - 46 Chevrolet Army truck, Built originally for the British Army, it is R/H/D, as you can see its in original condition and could either be used as it is or re-painted etc to smarten it up, it was fitted with a Perkins diesel engine approx. 50 years ago, the engine is unbelievable, it starts instantly every time, the cab really needs some repairs, new metal letting in etc, but it has been in use this year as it is, it is mot and tax exempt.
I am the first to admit that I know nothing about these vehicles, im not even sure of the model (maybe someone could tell me) it looks loads of fun though and would be great for taking to rallies/re-enactments etc etc (if you are quick there is a big one at Pickering in Yorkshire this weekend)
Runs and drives, we can deliver at extra cost, comes with v5, registration number is DJU 354 and the current tax disc is here.
The v5 states a registration date of 24/06/1946 but the previous owner told me it was manufactured in 1943.
The winning bidder must pay a £250 deposit immediately after the auction ends, the balance must then be received within 5 days
More pictures to be added
On 09-Oct-13 at 21:53:55 BST, seller added the following information:
Forgot to mention, the truck has a huge winch mounted to the chassis near the rear axle (see new pics) It also still has the machine gun turret visible on the roof, the interior pic shows the engine cover missing but we do have that.

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Chev Cab 12 C15A:

http://www.milweb.net/webvert/69943

CMP 15CWT Chevrolet Truck
Great opportunity to acquire a very original/rare CMP 15CWT Chevrolet Truck.
Built in 1942 and formerly used as an Artillery tractor.
Fitted with the rare cab and a GMC engine. Steel body. Canvas included.
Dry stored. Starts and runs well. MOT exempt.
New project forces sale.
Just needs some cosmetic tidying up/TLC.
£8,000 ono.
Rob Abbott: 01793 756200

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally Posted by Hanno Spoelstra

And 4 years later it's back up on MilWeb, detoriated since the last time seen and double the price.....

Re-advertised on Milweb: http://www.milweb.net/webverts/69296/

H.

1940 Ford F15, No 11 Cab
Only 3400 genuine miles from new. Reduced Price, due to selling house. Has been kept in the dry.
SEE WEBVERT FOR FULL DETAILS

1940 Ford F15, No 11 Cab

Ford F15, only 3400 genuine miles from new. Reduced Price, due to selling house.
Original panels, tyres and wood. V8 4litre engine, with original 6volt and starts first time, brakes and steering like new. Has canvas windows. Has been kept in the dry.

HISTORY - This vehicle was issued to the Special Operations Executive at Thame Park, in 1940. It was used mainly for training French radio operators. On the departure of the SOE the then owner of Thame Park acquired it and it was used around the estate until 1950 where it was then left in a sawmill until 1986 when the park was sold.At this time it had only 762 miles on the clock. This information was in Wheels and Tracks magazine (issue number 25) which comes with the vehicle.

Comes with it's Ford motor company driving-maintenance-repair book. Also a Ford Illustrated spare parts book issued in 1943.
It also has a rare original number plate which has been valued in 2010 at £3,500.

I have been on the internet to research this vehicle and it seems to be rare and the only one of this model around.

This vehicle has a genuine World War 2 history and is 99% original from when it was on War duty at Thame park.

Now needs some TLC, some surface rust underneath. Please ring for more details 01208 74429.

Price £10,750 ono.
Michael Stringer : 01208 74429

[Haridimos]

A Ford F15 for sale at EBAY.uk

Ford F15 with 4 new tyres, all new brake wheel cylinders and master cylinder. Had a full service last August, engine has done about 2000 miles from rebuild. New Canvas roof on the cab Runs and drives ok Good condition for its age.

[Alex van de Wetering]

A Ford F15 for sale at EBAY.uk

That looks like a useful vehicle for events.
Any ideas on the radio box? Is it a modified Canadian body, or maybe postwar Austin, Morris...? The shape of the top looks different from a Canadian body, also roof sits higher and windows are somewhat different.

Alex

[Hanno Spoelstra]

C60L on Milweb:

C60 Chevrolet CMP No.13 cab
Done as desert vehicle as has no roof to cab. Non runner, engine is stuck as stood for many years, will need full restoration, no V5, delivery can be arranged. £3000
07958 612414
Mark Howes

[Haridimos]

CHEVROLET C30 4x4 WIRELESS WAGON at EBAY.uk

WW11 Chevrolet C30 4x4 Wireless Wagon for restoration, 6 cylinder petrol engine, plus spare engine and gearbox, some parts already shot blasted and primed.
Complete lorry very rare. Serial no 3844103265 year of manufacture 1943. Reluctant sale down sizing to smaller premises. Cash on collection preferred.

[Hanno Spoelstra]

1943 Chevrolet C8A Wireless Truck on Milweb:

http://www.milweb.net/webvert/74072

1943 Chevrolet C8A Wireless Truck



Age has caught up with me and the time has come to offer my very original Chevrolet Wireless truck for sale. It has done less than 10,000 miles from new. As far as I can tell it was never issued and was released from the MoD in 1947 with 500 miles on the clock. It was privately owned before being purchased by a military vehicle museum, from where I bought it 21 years ago.
The vehicle is right-hand drive with a beautiful wooden steering wheel. It comes with its four original, 1942-dated, part-worn, run-flat tyres plus one good spare. The original tyres were replaced with bar-tread tyres which are in excellent condition. The truck is equipped with a No.19 radio set, original operator’s head-set, antennae, a set of snow chains (unused), jack, starting handle, radiator muff, stainless steel exhaust, shovel, original 1942-dated detailed maintenance manual and a modern towing bar.

£25,500.

Bob White : 01752 822245

[Haridimos]

This F15 is back in the market. Was it John Marchant's if I recorded it correctly?



LINK

It is mechanically very sound with a recon V8 engine from a bren gun carrier,the body has been rebuilt and the cab is tidy but would benefit from a bit of tlc, buyers are welcome to view. I am selling this for a friend. The lorry is in Ashford Kent. Cash or cleared cheque only. £8000 ovno

[Richard Farrant]

Originally Posted by Haridimos

This F15 is back in the market. Was it John Marchant's if I recorded it correctly?

You are correct. Sadly, the last two consecutive owners passed away, this is why it is on the market again.

regards, Richard

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Besides the ex-Marchant F15, there are a few more CMPs on the market in the UK:

1942 Chevrolet CMP C15 GS 1942



Produced in Canada during WW2
This example 4x2 15cwt truck was originally destined for north Africa.
Redeployed this truck was shipped to the UK where in 1943 the body was removed and a 20mm anti aircraft gun was fitted by Dennis motors of Guilford Kent. Further wartime history is not known until released in 1946 and being used by Copes garage nr Leeds having had a diesel engine fitted and a small crane jib added
the vehicle has been completely restored taking almost five years with an original spec 6cyl 235 petrol engine.
Price £9850
Steve Tyler: 07748 404246

A tasty looking F30 Cab 12:

1941 CMP Ford 30cwt general purpose truck



Rare model only made for about 12 months with a No 12 cab, opening windscreen and alligator bonnet.
Ford 3.9ltr side valve V8 engine, 4 speed gear box and low range transfer box with 4WD
Owned for 23 yrs and always driven to rallies.
Converted to 12V for convenience.
Good condition,well maintained and could use now but would benefit with a little TLC and repaint.
£7500
Brian Kent: 07853 922222

Plus a Guy Ant - one could say, one of the forefathers of the CMP 15-cwt truck

Extremely Rare 1940 Guy Ant 4x2 15cwt G.S Truck



One of only 11 4x2 Guy Ants left. Up and running and on the road with good tyres all round On Bendix cable brakes Rare opportunity to own a rare British Softskin. Open to sensible offers Would take Hillman or Austin Tilly in p/x may consider Austin7 or Early Bedford OY QL why
07901 574197
Glynn Beresford

Happy hunting!

H.

[Alex van de Wetering]

Rare Windsor for sale in the UK:

http://www.milweb.net/webvert/76720

Late 1944 Canadian Built Windsor Carrier



Being sold as an ongoing restoration project. Most of the heavy engineering has been done along with all the hole drilling just needs finishing off.
All the upper armour is new but still needs engine ,prop shaft ,fuel tanks , differential ,half shafts and radiator.
Along with all the parts shown there is a folder containing many detailed drawings enabling the new owner to fabricate new items such as rear passenger seats , all the stowage boxes front and back , engine decking /side panels etc.
After the next two weeks , work will commence again but the price will go up accordingly.
£19,800.
Colin Waterworth: 07751 061879 or 01925 226186

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally Posted by Haridimos

A Ford F15 for sale at EBAY.uk

Failed to attract bids starting at UKP 6500 last year, it is now on MilWeb - note this an F15A, not F15:

Ford F15 1942 wireless truck



Ford F15 1942 wireless truck
Flathead V8 canvas cab. Had new tyres and tubes 5 years ago, could do with a little tlc.
07768 865429
Stephen Perry

No connection with seller etc.

H.

[Hanno Spoelstra]

C15A on Milweb:

1944 Chevrolet CMP 15cwt


Recent service and dry stored. Ready to go with new battery. Paint needs refreshing but lorry is rock solid. £8500 ono.
0117 9615016
Ian Furey-King

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Complete LAAT + Bofors set on Milweb:

Bofors 40mm light AA gun, 1939 Mk1 and 1944 Ford CMP LAAT



De act with cert.
Gun number 51, complete with it's original "Polish Predictor" sights and analogue computer, all matching numbers, Leather breach cover, travelling canvas cover, rare battery box/torch, ali ammo crates plus inert ammo.To be sold with CMP Ford Bofors gun tractor.
Restored 10 years ago, MVT prize winner.Just serviced with new batteries and points fitted.
Canvas restored by Allied Canvas.
Very good tyres and no rust.
Featured in "Atonement", 65th Anniversary VE
Celebrations in St James London for the MOD.
£18000 ono as a set
Ian Furey-King: 0117 9615016

[Phil Waterman]

Hi

Just saw this come up on HMVF as a link to E-Bay UK

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FORD-CMP-T...895&rmvSB=true

Hope it finds a good new home either in its civi livery or to be restored to military. Either way it looks (from the pictures) like it might be a good one

Normal disclaimer no relation or connection to seller.

Cheers Phil

[Hanno Spoelstra]

F60L LAAT classified ad on eBay:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ford-Canad...-/201381693010

My Canadian Ford (CMP) 4x4 believed to be 1944 as that is the date stamped on each tyre.
Got the original V8 Ford "Flathead" sidevalve petrol engine which is free and turns on the handle and the starter motor too.
Showing less than 6000 miles on the speedometer and no reson why this wouldn't be genuine as it came out of service to be used as a recovery truck near to me in Leeds (still signwritten up in the same livery)
The wagon is all there but the cab has suffered from being open to the elements at times of its life.
Under body winch which can winch from front or back.
All recovery gear is there along with towing dolly "ambulance" various chocks, winch slings, ropes and steaks to winch round corners etc.
A rare old wagon in need of restoration but a project well worth doing, not been messed about with other than painted up by its first civilian owners.
For any further information please don't hesitate to contact Karl on 07412151165
£3200 or nearest offer, no the other one on here isn't £4000, its a low guide price to get you interested as it is going to be in a vehicle auction soon and not for sale on Ebay. There was one for sale not as nice as what this would make for £25,000
Cash on collection, only a non refundable part payment will secure the vehicle, after being messed about so much I can no longer accept peoples word no more, sorry to those genuine ebayers out there.
viewing welcomed and highly recommended
Find another same as this with its original V8.
Thanks for looking.

[Alex van de Wetering]

F60L LAAT classified ad on eBay:

Is that one of the first cell-phones on the back panel....just below where it says "Phone"?....

I always like the LAAT, especially the 60cwt ones with 20inch wheels.


Alex

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally Posted by Alex van de Wetering

Is that one of the first cell-phones on the back panel....just below where it says "Phone"?....

Certainly, those early cell phones were as big as winch scotches!

Seller says

not been messed about with other than painted up by its first civilian owners

... and other than being fitted with a recovery crane

[Lauren Child]

Heads up on a LAAT on ebay UK.

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item...obalID=EBAY-GB

[Neil Ashley]

For some reason these seem to be one of the most common surviving CMP model's in the UK. Bus Companies seem to have liked them but practically none of the QL version have survived. I once saw a Bedford RL Bofors Gun Tractor but quite if the body was original to the truck I do not know.

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally Posted by Lauren Child

Heads up on a LAAT on ebay UK.

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item...obalID=EBAY-GB

Lauren,

Thanks for the heads up. I merged your thread with this one - that LAAT was spotted already.

Hanno

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally Posted by Neil Ashley

For some reason these seem to be one of the most common surviving CMP model's in the UK. Bus Companies seem to have liked them but practically none of the QL version have survived. I once saw a Bedford RL Bofors Gun Tractor but quite if the body was original to the truck I do not know.

Surely LAAT's are indeed not rare, relatively speaking of course. I quite like them. In Holland the 3-tonner GS's seem to dominate.

Here's another survivor of the breed up for grabs in the UK: F60s LAAT 1944 For Restoration

[Hanno Spoelstra]

On MilWeb:

CMP C60 Parts

CMP C60 Parts
2 Wheels and tyres, hood frame and front canvas, mud flaps etc. steering column, front side lights, bridging plate. £425.
07810 077999
David Anderson