Sea King helicopters sold off as 'sheds and man caves'
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Sea King helicopters sold off as 'sheds and man caves'
On the Telegraph website.
Love the touch of 'salesman-spiel'
Love the touch of 'salesman-spiel'
“They are all made of aluminium so they will never rust or rot.”
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They would make great static caravans for tourists.
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I once was involved in buying a Canberra PR9 in full working flyable condition from the MoD. Including free delivery to an airfield of our choice, it cost less than £20,000.
A Sea King that has been gutted of the major expensive parts for up to £20K - I don't think so!
No salesman worth his salt will sell you an aircraft, or any capital equipment for that matter, for free. Methinks therefore that the seller will be making a good return on these carcasses.
And, no doubt, you could be charged for lifting it onto your trailer as well.
A Sea King that has been gutted of the major expensive parts for up to £20K - I don't think so!
No salesman worth his salt will sell you an aircraft, or any capital equipment for that matter, for free. Methinks therefore that the seller will be making a good return on these carcasses.
And, no doubt, you could be charged for lifting it onto your trailer as well.
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They would make great static caravans for tourists.
the hulks can be bought for between £10,000 and £20,000
Rather have this for £5500. I have a smaller one as a workshop with insulated floor, roof and double glazing:
