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Bedford ML — 1950

Robust and sturdy truck with a history as a fire truck in Jämtland. Unrestored original condition with charming patina.

Mårten Carlsson
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"A nice piece of history in almost untouched original condition."

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SKARA
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Mårten Carlsson
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
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"A nice piece of history in almost untouched original condition."

Description

This Bedford started as a fire truck in the Åre municipality, Jämtland. It remained in service there until 1979. It was supposed to be scrapped, but someone thought it was too nice for that and saved the truck from that fate.

In recent years, it has been carefully restored, more in the form of ongoing maintenance and restoration than any thorough renovation. As it has been in the local fire service for most of its active time, it probably hasn't accumulated many miles afterwards.

Technical data

  • Year
    1950/1950 
  • Registration date
     
  • Mileage
    14270 km 
  • Kw / hp
    56 / 76 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
    Vinyl 
  • Colour
    Red 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    Starts easily and runs well. Some rattling can be heard from the exhaust pipe. The cylinder head was overhauled a couple of years ago. Some of the electrical parts have been replaced and fixed. Heat is available in the front and back and works well. A new hood mount has been manufactured. The bonnet consists of loose sides and a centre-hinged upper part. Three of the tyres have recently been replaced, and the exhaust system as well.

  • Interior condition:

    Spacious cabin where the feeling can be described as sturdy. The seats are covered in vinyl where the backrests at the back have been reupholstered, while the others are in original condition. Someone has made a headliner that is still completely intact and nice. There is also a new rubber mat on the floor. In terms of comfort, three of the windows can be rolled down, and there is a heating system and extra water heating for the rear seat.

  • Exterior condition:

    Essentially original in paint and everything else. The chassis is very nice and well lubricated. The woodwork is well oiled, and the flatbed with sideboards are solid and in very good condition. The rear tailgate has been replaced at some point. The rubber seals around the windshield are new, and the roof, which was probably originally covered in vinyl, has now been covered with a kind of protective film instead. The cabin and doors are made of wooden frames that are in very good condition. The footrests have new rubber.

  • General condition:

    In very good condition, mechanically trouble-free, and with a well-preserved exterior in a lovely, original condition.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Avst 2022-10-14 (Förreg)
Ursprungsbesiktning: 2022-10-14 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: (510922)
Senast godkända besiktning: 2022-12-01
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: -

Facts about the model

Bedford trucks is a British truck manufacturer that was founded in 1930. The company was originally part of Vauxhall Motors but later became part of the General Motors group.

Bedford was one of the leading truck manufacturers in the UK during the post-war period and was known for producing high-quality and reliable trucks. The company also expanded internationally and exported its trucks to various parts of the world.

In the 1960s, Bedford introduced a series of trucks with a new design, called the "TK". These trucks were very popular and sold in large volumes. In the 1970s, Bedford launched another popular truck model, called the "Midi", which was particularly suitable for city traffic.

In the late 1980s, General Motors sold Bedford to a Dutch vehicle group, which later sold the company to Isuzu Motors. After this, Isuzu took over the production of Bedford trucks and used the Bedford brand to sell trucks in the UK and other parts of Europe.

Today, Isuzu still manufactures trucks under the Bedford brand, but Bedford trucks have long lost their market share and have become a smaller player in the global truck market. Nevertheless, Bedford has a strong historical significance for truck manufacturing in the UK and continues to be a well-known brand in the trucking world.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Skara

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Collection must take place before: 2023-04-27.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

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