Abandoned REO Deuce and a Half

[Chuck Most]

These were pretty rare birds- they used the flathead six from the Flying Cloud sedans, and the engine was a bit underpowered for this application. They tried to compensate with tall gear ratios, which made them slow. Long story short- the military didn't buy too many of them. I don't know if there's a kit of a '40's Reo available (the HUGs used the same cab and front end as civilian Reos), but just about any old truck could be weathered like this. I especially like the multilayered door lettering!

[Jim B]

In a way, that's sad.

[Chuck Most]

I didn't have to go too far, Dave... that puppy's in my back yard!

[Harry P.]

Great photos. You should do a book.

[Modelmartin]

Love the tree growing through the frame!

[Chuck Most]

Why not fix her up? All you need is some Duct Tape, a hammer and a fresh coat of paint!

And about six square miles of sheet metal...

[impcon]

Why not fix her up? All you need is some Duct Tape, a hammer and a fresh coat of paint!

Hmph - Just roll that baby into the shop, hit her withthe buffer and we'll be takin' 'er to town for coffee tonight. Seriously, she looks pretty forlorn and sad sitting there like that. Old vehicles always tug at my heart strings - make me feel sort of sad - almost like a death when they are that far gone. But she could be revived - of that I have no doubt. Nice pictures..