wheeledhorseman 575 #1 Posted June 9, 2015 I don't often post photos relating to military vehicles (one of my other hobbies) on RS but when I saw this at the first show of the 2015 season I thought it might attract some interest on the other side of the big pond. At first sight I thought it was probably a 'fanciful' resto but it turned out to be authentic.Officially designated Chevrolet 15cwt. (3/4 ton) General Service Van, the chassis and running gear were produced at the GM plant in Oshawa Canada and shipped along with an engine in a separate crate to other British Commonwealth countries (hence being RHD). This one was assembled at the GM-Holden plant in Perth Western Australia where it was fitted with Holden's one piece coupe cab all steel utility body.It's been through a very high standard ground up restoration to the original spec which included the original engine, gearbox, axle, brakes and suspension all being rebuilt. The bodywork is in Forest Green, the color of the home service in 1945, and has been given the markings of the 9th Australian Division, 2/7 Field Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery. My vehicles are in matt green so I'm spared having to work to this exacting standard (thankfully).Andy 7 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shallowwatersailor 3,214 #2 Posted June 9, 2015 When I first looked at the photos, I thought that it was a Ute but on a Chevrolet chassis. Reading on explained the Holden connection. Very nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,178 #3 Posted June 10, 2015 Nice Pics....Do you know what the platypus insignia decal stands for. (Obviously something Australian).. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wheeledhorseman 575 #4 Posted June 10, 2015 Nice Pics....Do you know what the platypus insignia decal stands for. (Obviously something Australian).. Could have guessed but decided to look that one up to be certain. It was the tactical marking of the 9th Australian Infantry Division - all very Aus having a platypus and boomerang! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 11,463 #5 Posted June 11, 2015 That truck and the history are impressive. Thanks for sharing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
