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Congratulations - they are fun to drive.
If you are coming back through Seattle would love to catch up. Maybe show you our U500 and camper.
Did you source the truck through Rob in La Junta ?
Originally Posted by Incendo
Well, I'm off to Colorado later this week to pick-up my new (to me) U500 and drive it back to British Columbia! Needless to say . . . . I'm VERY excited!!!
Rob Blackwell
The Americas (North, Central and South) top to bottom 2009/2010, Unimog U500 GXV build 2012 (the yellow Mog is now finished), Russia to Europe via Turkey (planned) 2013
http://www.whiteacorn.com
Adventurer
Hi Rob
Yeah, I purchased it through Rob in La Junta. I will be coming up through Seattle and would love to stop by and see your rig. I've seem the photos on your website and have been drooling over it ever since. I was actually going to email you with a few questions about your build but if you're in Seattle I'd love to stop by and chat to you in person.
Adventurer
Well that's how I got my defender, so I'm out of luck.Well, I know there is a similar U500 for sale in California but unfortunately the seller is looking for a left testicle as opposed to a right one.
Adventurer
Well, picked up the U500 today and am in the process of driving it back. Lots of fun so far and quite a bit different from the ol' 1550L!
Adventurer
Can't wait see how this turns out, what's it's cruising speed?
Adventurer
I've been cruising at around 65mph. I could go a little faster but find that a comfortable pace.
Adventurer
Sounds pretty good to me, I just need make sure one will fit in the driveway!!!
Adventurer
Arrived back in Chilliwack yesterday after a 3,000km drive back from Colorado. Spent 3.5 frustrating hours at the border but finally got my new baby onto Canadian soil!
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Explorer
Congratulations and glad you made it through all the red tape !
We will enjoy your camper construction, when you start...
Cheers,
Frank
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On my way back home I was able to stop in and see Rob and Nina Blackwell who have a U500 with a gorgeous GXV build. I haven't stopped drooling over their rig and my U500 looks tiny sitting next to theirs. Thanks Rob and Nina for your kind and generous hospitality and for showing me your great rig . . . love the yellow!!
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