Someone has already managed to import it to Canada. I have no idea what the costs associated with that are, but that's a special twist to the value of this trailer.
Is it also titled/registered as roadworthy in Canada? Again something special for this trailer compared to what we usually see for a US trailer.
Looks like the wheels have already been converted to civilian-spec. If done right, that can add value.
With all that considered, most of these sell for under $500, in some cases as little as $250/300 at surplus. It's good to get a nice one, but doesn't add significantly to the value.
I'd argue that anything over $1,000 is too much, but the rest depends mostly on how bad the owner wants to sell and how much you're willing to pay.
I am just posting this for my Dad who saw it in the states, as I know nothing about Military Spec stuff other than you guys wanting our M101's this is why I posed it here. As for importing into Canada I would have to read up on that if it is at all possible with the costs and so on.
Apparently the guy is pretty solid on the price he wants for it so I will have to talk to my Dad to see what his next move will be.
I am just posting this for my Dad who saw it in the states, as I know nothing about Military Spec stuff other than you guys wanting our M101's this is why I posed it here.
SNIP
Canadians, quite rightfully in my experience, often complain about American taking them for granted and failing to appreciate the uniqueness of Canadian culture. True enough. This time the tables are turned just a little, my friend
Yep, what American offroaders lust after is the M101 CDN - a beautifully executed version of the 1/4 ton trailer made exclusively for the Canadian Forces in 1992. It represents the apogee of 20th century 1/4 ton trailer design, as fine as or better than any ever made.
Then there is the lowly M101Awhatever, made in the good ol'd USA and not a bad trailer for what it is. Unfortunately, what it is a 3/4 ton (or better) trailer produced in a wide variety of mods for the US and by hand'me'down to many others. In other words, might be of interest, but nothing like the 1/4 ton M101 CDN.
As a historian of science and technology, I'm thinking this distinction should be added to core Canadian history curriculum.
Really, it is an easy mistake to make and I always appreciate when my Canadian friends look out for me and correct my many errors of fact and opinion about your wonderful nation. Just returning the favor and keep your eyes open for The Real Canadian, the M101 CDN, as I'm sure folks will be eager to hear about any of those you come across.
I got my M101a for free. They are not really that desirable as a wheeling trailer, too big. But it will haul a couple tons of firewood if your real careful. Or one ton at speed.
