Team-BHP - Jeeps/Gypsy's: All through Army Auctions: What, When, Where, How?

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Originally Posted by abheekg (Post 1911310)

Sorry guys for the lack of updates ovr the last month. Had been neck deep in work. We were all set for the 16th auctions and had done all the homework but we failed to pick anything up on that day as we bid very low on the vehices and the vehicles got sold to other bidders. Since we were not in a hurry or desperate for the vehicles we have decided to do this slow but steady and get them at a price which is lower than the prices at mayapuri and lower than what i had spent the last time around.

There are a lot of auctions happening alll over the country. Watch out for more updates. In the meanwhile let me know who else wants to team up .

Oh, and by the way, we have an mstc registration with us now and we have the liberty of checking out any auction that we are interested in anywhere in the country.

regards,
Dr. A Ghosh
09960332228

i might be interested. will let you know. i could have those special lots (of gypsies) made in either bhatinda or kirkee but it will be a one time shot so i am waiting for the right moment.

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Originally Posted by tharakan9 (Post 1936460)

MG410W was still in production till 2000 along with MG413W (carb king). So a 1998 gypsy can either be a MG410w or a Carb king.

thanks tharakan. then this would be a 413, bcos my friend said it had 5+1 gear. dont think 410 came in with 5 gears.

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Originally Posted by ahwajid (Post 1935783)

AFAIK, the visible indications for a King is the "Raised hood" and the front grill and the wide track(which could also be a 410W or 413). As you say its a 1998 model, I believe its a 410 or a 413 but not a king. (Seniors, please correct me if I am wrong). Could've been that he has mated a 5speed to the engine.

thanks ahwajid. what would be the essential difference between a 413 and a king? i have so much to learn! am also attaching some pics i have got. hopefully you guys should be able to get an idea about it (no exterior pics sadly). also, couldnt have been mated with a different gear box, because these is an airforce gypsy and they wont go through so much trouble.

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Originally Posted by Zorro4X4 (Post 1936431)

Gypsy King (aka MG413W) was introduced in 1996. So if its a 1998 model, then it definitely is a King, but a carb King. MPFI Kings were launced post 2000.

Regards,
Zorro4X4

hi zorro. i always was under the impression that the 413 came out only around 1999. pls see if you can make out whether this is a carb king by the attached pics. the engine seems to be in quite a disastrous shape. the radiator and all is missing and so are quite a few other things!

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Originally Posted by manikjeet (Post 1936742)

its a 1.0l carb not a king
the tappet cover is black color on a king

and the engine oil filling cap is next to the fire wall on a king and nothing is written on the cover its plain black

thanks manikjeet for clarifying. also, how would u rate the condition based on these pics. i know you can't make out much, but whatever you can tell me. thanks

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Originally Posted by Zorro4X4 (Post 1936431)

Gypsy King (aka MG413W) was introduced in 1996. So if its a 1998 model, then it definitely is a King, but a carb King. MPFI Kings were launced post 2000.

Regards,
Zorro4X4

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Originally Posted by tharakan9 (Post 1936460)

MG410W was still in production till 2000 along with MG413W (carb king). So a 1998 gypsy can either be a MG410w or a Carb king.

Exactly!!!
I bought a 1.0 Gypsy in 1998 410 HT. and I am pretty sure that they were selling 1.3's (although carbs) at that time but at higher prices.
We also have a jeeper who come for frequent otr in Delhi and he has a Gurgaon registered Carb Gypsy king. I am not sure whether its a 1997 or a 1998 but definitely a King 1.3

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Originally Posted by driving always! (Post 1936827)

thanks manikjeet for clarifying. also, how would u rate the condition based on these pics. i know you can't make out much, but whatever you can tell me. thanks

i would say look for king its better to avoid this one if you are getting it dirt cheap (25k-30k) then buy it

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Originally Posted by manikjeet (Post 1936952)

i would say look for king its better to avoid this one if you are getting it dirt cheap (25k-30k) then buy it

do you really feel that there's a chance that i can get this for around 25-30k? i thought the army disposals went way above that. yeah, i plan to take it if i get it for around that much. i hope i can get it in working condition by spending around 30-35k over and above the price i get it for. of course, since its a 410, i guess there's no option of getting an aircon fitted.

Thank you harjeev, Zorro4x4, tharakan for the clarification. @driving_always: We cannot trust the airforce people. I bought one Gypsy last year and they had swapped the engine with another one which as good as dead. My advice: please stay away from this vehicle. If its a 410, and not even a 410W, then I dont think its worth it. Also, could you please state why you are going for a Gypsy? I only ask as your concern was whether you could fit an aircon. So far, we concluded that its a 410 with a 5 speed. That means that the transmission is changed. So, I'm assuming that the engine as well as the transmission are no good. Even if you buy this dirt cheap, you will have a tough time sourcing an MPFI Engine + gear box. Not sure, but I dont think this will come within 30-35k (Not sure of the price there in Mayapuri). Dont hurry, have patience. (Speaking from experience :D )

Good luck mate

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Originally Posted by davids4x4mm550 (Post 1993020)

Any one looking for a 550, Gypsy or RE bikes there is a auction happening on 27th July in pune.
We are now capable to bid directly so no middle man involved.
If interested plz pm me.

Can you tell me how much it would cost for a 550? Thanks in advance.