CMP Value

[Phil Waterman]

Originally Posted by huxley

What would be reasonable value of a relatively complete Ford F15 CMP in the US?

It would certainly be a project.

No bed, stuck motor, no title are the downsides.

The rest appears to be there with little apparent rust.

Cheers!

Huxley

Strange that you should ask this question, yours is the second F15 I've heard of being purchased in the US this month. The other was in Vt and has been purchased by someone in New Hampshire.

Just of curiosity where are you located as there are not that many of US CMP nuts down here in the States. If you are in the northeast I can put you in touch with the other new F15 owner maybe you can help each other out on parts hunting.

As to your question what is a CMP worth in the States I've paid $1000 to $1600 for each of mine of course that starts 30 years ago. Doesn't really matter what you pay for it the restoration costs will be many times more. When restored almost nobody will pay what you put into the truck. It's a labor of love or insanity.

[huxley]

The truck is located in the Midwest, as am I.

I am contemplating the purchase for airshows, reenactments, etc.

I think it is actually a F30 or F60, as the wheelbase looks considerably longer than the 101" of an F15. The rear axle does not have duals.

Looks more like the 134" GS model. I had a 1946 158" GMC Civilian Tonner years ago, and it looks shorter than that.

Sounds like the price is in the correct range... perhaps even on the lower side.

Thanks!

H

[Phil Waterman]

Hi

If it is a 134 or 158" wheelbase take a look at my website to see what I've done for bodies on my C60S which is 134" and my C60L which is 158". One word of caution if you are planning to drive either long distances even with a more powerful engine these trucks are all done at 55 MPH my C60S with the radio box and a more powerful engine will haul down the interstate at 55 MPH but if you push beyond that the drive train gets very busy and the shortness of the wheelbase makes it squirrelly. The radio box setup as a camper though makes great truck for going to air shows or shows of any kind, even haul an air conditioner for sleeping on those hot nights.

The other thing about driving these any distance is that you need an intercom with headsets to be able to talk to the person beside you. Sound level at full throttle is around 110db.

Cheers Phil

[Bob Carriere]

Welcome to the club...... we are curious to see what you got.....

Bob C.

[huxley]

Thanks Bob & Phil!

Actually I am still in proess of getting info on the truck and doing my research.

I have owned old vehicles in the past and know the limitations and the challenges... although I think this may be more unique challenge to say the least!

The owner is a farmer and is slow to respond due to srping field work... and the truck is about 6-7 hours away... although I am blessed with a couple of waypoints and/or possible FOB's along the way, and some expert mechanical experience in the family.

But, if anyone would volunteer to provide some guidance, I would be eternally grateful.

Final plan for this truck would be markings for RCAF No.417 Squadron, either North Africa or Italy. Or perhaps 2TAF.

Cheers!

H

[Jim Price]

Huxley,
Where are you located (Canada or US?) and where is the truck located? I purchased my F8 in Ontario, Canada and had it shipped to me here in Arizona.
It did not have a title only a bill of sale. I've purchased another vehicle in that manner and had no problem getting it licensed.

Here in Arizona when a title is missing one needs to buy an indemnification insurance policy insuring the State for the value of the vehicle. (That's in case someone would come along and demand that you return their stolen vehicle and sue the State for licensing it.) Then, the vehicle is inspected to see if it's "street legal" (I've never have one licensed as a historical vehicle.) and if it is, the State assigns a vehicle identification number to the vehicle and you're on your way. I'm not yet ready to go through this process on the F8 but will let MLU members know how it goes.

Don't know how it works where you live but maybe the preceding will help.

Regards,
Jim

[huxley]

Jim -

I checked on our local DOT site (Iowa.. truck is also in USA) regarding titling of such vehciles and it was a similar story. I had similar experience with my old Austin 10 Saloon (pitured in my avatar).

I got more info on the truck today. It is 158" WB (does this make a F60 then?), missing bed and front bumper. Body has some surface rust but nothing major. Engine is stuck, but transfer case, axles and tranny seem to be o.k.

But the size/length of the truck is worrying me now. I went that route in the past (1946 GMC 3-tonner) and the difference between trailering/towing such a vehicle and the smaller trucks to events is enormous. We eventually ended up with a 25 foot machine trailer with 1 ton truck (12K towing capaity) with a gooseneck/5th arrangement... none of which I have access to anymore.

Has anyone cut one of these trucks down? Or I suppose it would be sacriligious!?!

ATB -

H