M8 greyhound questions

[mooresM35A2]

I have some questions about M8 greyhounds how valuable are they? are they difficult to restore? are they fun MVs to have around? im asking because there is one not far from me, i havnt been able to get a close look at it but it sits outside in the weather and the condition its in... well you can imagine sorry no pics

 

[DDoyle]

All wheeled armor is popular, and the M8 particularly so - its WWII, its US, it carries a "big gun" (although only 37mm), it can be transported without a lowboy - and in your case - its in this counry (the later means given the current political climate its value will likely continue to increase at a fairly rapid pace.

The trouble areas on these vehicles are the hydraulic throttle linkages. The good news is its powered by a Hercules JXD engine - an engine for which parts are fairly readily found.

Commonly missing are the gun - naturally - the fenders, and in some cases the external stowage boxes (not all M8s had those, however). Suspension issues are sometimes found, but can be corrected.

Hope this helps,
David

 

[tractor]

there is suposedly 50 in the US. I have a friend with 4 or 5. restored goes for 70,000

 

[CARNAC]

Would give my left one of an M8 or M20 but don't have 60 or 70 K to pay for one.

 

[WillWagner]

The brakes are also an issue. I'm in the middle of taking care of them now. The drivers compartment is very cramped. If you are taller than 5'6 and over 180, it is tough to get in and out of it. Is the gun still on it?
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?t=27900

 

[mooresM35A2]

no i dont think the gun is on it

 

[mooresM35A2]

are you allowed to drive these on roads?

 

[L1A1]

Yes they can be driven on the road legally. However, I would recommend that if you do, you should always have a "spotter" ride with you as the driver's view is very limited (non existant to the rear) even with the front hatches opened. If you do purchase this machine, I think I have some manuals for it here at the house.

Good luck!
Matt