WW2Parts

Technically Restored / 2025-Ongoing

Climb to Drive: A Giant of World War II

Hidden away for decades, this extraordinary FWD SU-COE has resurfaced in Belgium — one of the few of its kind still in existence. Its story didn’t end with World War II. After the war, it continued its service with the Belgian Army, where it received a unique and rather unusual modification: an original WWII observation tower, never intended for this type of vehicle. That addition, while fascinating, left its mark. Over time, the weight and movement of the tower damaged the cab roof, forcing today’s restoration team to carefully strip and recreate the entire roof plating from scratch. It’s a delicate balance between preserving history and undoing the unintended consequences of its past.

The original General Service cargo body is long gone, but not forgotten. Using authentic period drawings, it will be meticulously reconstructed — bringing the vehicle back to its original wartime configuration. Meanwhile, the hunt for missing parts spans the globe. From forgotten barns to private collections, pieces of this mechanical puzzle are being tracked down one by one. Close collaboration with fellow collectors across borders ensures that no detail is overlooked. This isn’t just a restoration — it’s a resurrection of a rare machine with a layered history, where every rivet tells a story.