"Falaise" Otter number 2

Bruce Parker (RIP) · #1 02-06-13, 19:12

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Originally Posted by James Gosling

Hi Bruce,

I bought the one without the turret. I prefered it as it was on its original chassis, with gear box and transferbox. The other one was on a C15a or gun tractor chassis and had been cut in front to fit.
About 10 years ago Michel Leloup, owner of the Falaise museum showed me the two Otters and I was told that the one I have now had original wartime damage to the roof and drivers footwell. The big question will be how to restore it and preserve the damage.
James

I see the pack is growing, glad to hear it!! Do you know where the other one went? and (don't answer if you want) but did they go anywhere near the catalog price?

James Gosling · #2 02-06-13, 19:18

Trying to find out about the other one. Will keep you informed if I do.

Stefan Leegwater · #3 02-06-13, 19:45

Hi James,

Congrats with your new treasure!!!

See you at the new Beltring?

Cheers,

Stefan

James Gosling · #4 02-06-13, 20:29

Thanks Stefan,

Yes I'll be there, see you for a beer!

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