Austin Champ project

[@22aj55]

I look forward to seeing this progress into a nicely restored Champ or should I say FV 1801a as the military version is known as. You were very fortunate to get them for next to nothing they are starting to command some serious money in the U.K when nicely restored. I owned one some forty years ago when they could be picked up for a few hundred pounds and have regretted selling it ever since. They are not the easiest vehicle to work on but when finished it will be worth the effort.

[@stevehanna4345]

My Champs called Annie. Lives here with me in Scotland. Her service reg is 23 BE 82. Thanks for the video. Cheers and enjoy. Stevie

[@rcmonkey5660]

Lovely Best of British 🇬🇧

[@reidbarnes9851]

This thing is a mini-beast. An update would be really good.

[@NORTHEASTRESTORATION]

A nice project. Very sound and shows you these were built to last. Good luck with the champ restoration.

[@rogerpartner1622]

The rolls Royce Gold seal engine was so Torquey It would strip back axels ! That's it only fault Fit a heavy duty back diff Boom great vehicle Last for ever cross rivers go up 80 - inclines No probs

[@rogerpartner1622]

If your engine block is painted Gold then it's the RR ENGINE . Deep stroke over 3 ft from sump to top cover Lovely That's why they strip diffs Torque is stunning un Stall able lol

[@royneesom7825]

Superb ride, especially cross country. Suggest you keep the water proof electrics. With a snorkel these Champs can run in 6 feet of water.

[@htimsid]

Lovely! How's it going?

[@78a67h]

Looks like a lifetime project if you are aiming at a decent restoration

[@stevehanna4345]

Your vehicle was ex BAOR and struck off from service from 8th May 1968. Enjoy.

[@olivier3847]

how the heck do a couple of austin champs end up in texas?

[@SuperBuckowens]

I found one in the middle of a field. It's about 85% shot. Where do I find parts?

[@gervaisfillion9417]

it's a diesel??

[@royneesom7825]

Definitely a B40 RR. Petrol.

[@rogerpartner1622]

No Petrol gold seal engine if his engine is painted gold it the RR