Thread: Army vehicle disposal

Originally Posted by holeyhardtop

FYI, the last 2 crew cabs that sold went for $22 -$23k each and that was with the canvas canopy cover.

In Melbourne?
The last two 6x6 Perenties I was interested in went for around $34k.
At $20k, I'm bidding.

Originally Posted by Mick_Marsh

In Melbourne?
The last two 6x6 Perenties I was interested in went for around $34k.
At $20k, I'm bidding.

Both sold from NSW and are the only other ones auctioned so far that I know of.

One had 111,156 km's and the other had 89,689 km's.



Being so unique though, the price will be decided by the heart I reckon, so you could be right.

Originally Posted by holeyhardtop

Both sold from NSW and are the only other ones auctioned so far that I know of.

One had 111,156 km's and the other had 89,689 km's.



Being so unique though, the price will be decided by the heart I reckon, so you could be right.

$16,209
101 bids
a little under five days to go.

Originally Posted by rar110

A crew cab 6x6 in Victoria.

If only I was a millionaire.

Crew Cab 6x6! WOW

Originally Posted by Barefoot Dave

G'Day Robbo, thought I would post this reply here and not in a PM for others with questions and situations like yours.

Mate, Go for it!
I am a big fan of the Perentie in all styles. Have owned a Surveillance and a Carryall (wagon). Got an offer on both and passed them on to enthusiasts. Currently have an '85 110 wagon with Isuzu and LT95 box. Not a Perentie, butnear enought to being the same and too good a price to let pass.
Still looking out for another Camo LR.

The Perentie Spec 110 is as near to bullet proof as any factory LR made except an armoured car! No the axles aren't unbreakable, get Maxi drive bits if you need that.
They do NOT need constant maintenance or break down regularly. the few breakages that I have seen were after very heavy use (abuse?). I drove them aroung the Gulf of Carp and Cape york for near on 10 years and never inflicted more damage than bush pin stipes. The most damage I saw was when a numpty hit a washout at speed and tore the Drivers front hub off. He got a smack!
Drive it like a LR, service it with good oils and filters every 10 000ks or 2 years and you will hand the keys over to your grandkids!
There is a good reason that, for a vehicle bought with an intended service life of 10-15 years, that they will still be in the ADF for near 30 years.

There are sales in SA and Vic often. Work out your transport costs and add that to your final budget. There are a few people who have driven their new purchase for days to get home. If you are going to do that, I strongly reccomend that you give it a full service and carry spare belts and pipes. Conduct regular checks during the trip and bring it back to life gently.

A Cargo with winch should set you back about $8500 incl fees from the auction. Then you have transport or travel/ spares costs.
I know that it is expensive to travel, but more expensive to buy a dud. Grays often show the best photos of the worst vehicle. I have seen cars that looked great in photos but in the flesh had full depth rust in the firewall and doors! approx $5000 of repairs needed.
Give my Buyers Guide a good read and take our time buying. If you can't get to the auction, ask a mate or AULRO person if they can get some detail photos for you.
I hope this helps.
Dave

Great little write up there

I am amzed that they have such a long service life, not many kays but still..

And with the ADF for 30 years truly impressive..

Got an Email from Australian Frontline Machinery [info@australianfrontlinemachinery.com.au]

MISSION (ALMOST) ACCOMPLISHED
EX-MILITARY VEHICLE AUCTION ENDS 22 APRIL

LOOKS like I am too late

If you take that email to mean that ALL vehicles have been auctioned, you are wrong. Take a drive down to Gallipoli Barracks, Enoggera and see how many LRs are still there. Plenty more to come yet!