Military vehicle gathering

Took these last year, pre-Oppo. Maxima Speed’s post reminded me, figured I’d post a few pics.

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The M35 series were well-represented. As one guy said to me about owning one: “Why not? They’re cheap.” Most have multi-fuel Diesel engines, which appeals to the prepper in all of us.

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The M38A1 was the military precursor to the classic Willys CJ-5. This Jeep made the transition from the classic “flatfender” look made famous by the Willys MB/Ford GPW to curved fenders.

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This is a Beetle remade to resemble the KDF Type 82 E staff car.