FAV- fast attack vehicle prototype

[jdknech]

On a recent trip to look over a military vehicle armor collection, I stumbled across this little Beauty tucked over beside the building..
It was a prototype and we believe only 2 were ever built!
It was built by Continental motors
And has a BMW m21 diesel. Dodge k-car transaxle turned sideways, and BMW differentials front and rear to make it 4x4. It's kinda rough, but really cool!

 

[jdknech]

After some wheeling and dealing I was able to bring her home.. It's gonna be a big project, but being a buggy guy, it's right up my alley

 

[bikeman]

Nice score! Almost looks like a GMV prototype vs. a FAV. I'm guessing it has some sort of adjustable suspension? Look forward to some details and better pictures!

 

[jdknech]

Nice score! Almost looks like a GMV prototype vs. a FAV. I'm guessing it has some sort of adjustable suspension? Look forward to some details and better pictures!

the suspension is a full airbag IFS setup, it raises up almost a full foot from where it sits in the pictures

 

[NDT]

Very interesting, can you post a pic of the main data plate and the BMW engine?

 

[jdknech]

Very interesting, can you post a pic of the main data plate and the BMW engine?

I have been unable to locate a data tag, both of the FAV's were acquired by a museum directly from Continental motors a few years ago, they used this one for parts to rebuild the other one that is currently on display..
Continental motors said that they were turned over to the military for testing, and they were returned back to them, and chenowth got the contract for the FAV.

 

[jdknech]

I will get some pics of the engine soon.. It hasn't run in years, I was told that the museum "started it on a funnel" once, but other then that it was last actually run in the late 80's

 

[marchplumber]

You have a fun time ahead of you!! NICE!! I echo the statement, more pictures please! opcorn:

 

[dmetalmiki]

Now THAT is one heck of an interesting and rare vehicle. What a project! Lucky you. This is going to be a real treat as you post up (Please) pictures and details of the restoration.

 

[theeDIZ]

Good score. Looking forward to a rebuild thread !

 

[jdknech]

 

[gimpyrobb]

Neat little project. It looks like visibility sucks, how is it when your in the drivers seat?

 

[jdknech]

It's actually not too bad, I got to drive the other one, and I didn't have any trouble seeing anything

 

[rchalmers3]

Looks WAY better with some air in the bags! Congratulations on finding that gem, and thanks for posting!

Rick

 

[kubotaman]

Nice little rig.

Not to get off topic but I presume this came from Ropkey? There has been a lot of talk about the collection be separated out (M4 sold to Collings, M7B2 and Hellcat for sale, M41 was for sale), did they say anything about that?

 

[jdknech]

Yes it did come from ropkey's. They are selling off some things so as to downsize, and so they can move the museum back to Indy.. They stressed that they would NOT be closing down, just raising funds for the move and downsizing

 

[Snowtiger]

Yet another reason I wish I lived in the states such awesome collectables available. A big congratulations on your very cool find, I'm hoping you will keep us updated up here in Canuckistan

 

[CUCVLOVER]

That is a awesome little rig. Would make a great off road, daily driver, whatever you wanted. Congrats on the score

 

[jdknech]

That is a awesome little rig. Would make a great off road, daily driver, whatever you wanted. Congrats on the score

Thanks! I'm not sure about a daily driver, but I will drive it on the road.. It's hard to figure out what the parts are.. I mean, the ball joints for example- they are off of a civilian vehicles, but I have no clue what! Same with the steering rack.. (The rack is damaged, and needs to be replaced) but that is the joys of a prototype! It will be a very long road, but it will be worth it! My goal is for it to be completely done in time for the 2018 MVPA convention that the KILROY club (that I am Vice President of) will be hosting in Louisville, KY again! (I'm kind of excited if you can't tell) lol

 

[Scar59]

Nice find Josh, keep us posted. Lot of bone yards here by the airport.