Singing the praises of the cheap and cheerful LDV Pilot
Chris Graham on 2nd April 2024
Peter Simpson meets a man with a passion for the LDV Pilot, who is building an impressively varied collection of these trusty workhorses.
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Original 1977 Foden Fleetmaster press vehicle restored
Chris Graham on 24th November 2023
The Fleetmaster was Foden’s approach to the component truck, but all done in the Sandbach style, says Ian Shaw.
Classic 1973 Bedford HA Post Office van beautifully preserved
Chris Graham on 23rd November 2023
Mike Neale tells the story of the Mills Bothers' latest Post Office van, a 1973 Bedford HA, and its restoration.
Beautifully-restored electric-powered milk float
Chris Graham on 23rd June 2023
The electric-powered milk float was a common sight 50 years ago, but survivors are rare. Bob Weir meets Paul Nicolls and his superb example.
How about a classic ULEZ city beater?
Chris Graham on 24th April 2023
Fancy a light commercial vehicle to own and use in a post-ULEZ city environment? Peter Simpson has a few suggestions.
Amazingly original 1963 Austin FG-series fire appliance
Chris Graham on 30th November 2022
Ian Shaw assess the design and functionality of a 1963 Austin FG-series fire appliance that was originally built for Cornwall Fire Brigade.
Superb 1962 Morris FG lorry
Chris Graham on 3rd February 2022
Ian Shaw meets Len Wilkes and his superb 1962 Morris FG lorry with beautifully restored and painted dropside bodywork.
1960s AEC Mandators
Chris Graham on 26th February 2021
Bob Weir recently discovered two 1960s AEC Mandators living near Edinburgh, and explains a little of the story of AEC’s ill-fated V8. Brian McBride and his V8 Mandator; he’s been driving lorries for most of his life. The twin-axle, 1960s…
