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Posted on Aug 17, 2020
Will I be allowed to bring my F150 to Germany? If not, what can the Army do about my truck, or am I on my own?
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Please don't. German roads are much narrower than ours. Americans with big trucks are among the most obnoxious of our exports to Germany.... Put it in storage. Everyone will thank you.
Should you PCS, your orders should specify if shipping a vehicle is authorized. An F-150 would not be my first choice of vehicle in Germany - not from what I saw in 1980-87 while stationed there. Yes, the truck is the biggest selling vehicle in the US, has been for years, but in Europe, it's going to be a giant, hard to park, difficult to maneuver thru the narrow streets. Parts & warranty service may be an issue as well.
Unless you're really attached to the truck, I'd consider alternatives.
Unless you're really attached to the truck, I'd consider alternatives.
TSgt James Sutton
SPC Michael Head - fuel expensive for everyone, not really the issue here unless he is traveling long distances. he actually makes out better than someone with a small car as his mileage before needing to fill up is going to be further.
COL Alfred Carter
The respondents above have hit all the salient points - insurance, fuel, maint/warranty work issues, and of course space to park. Getting it there on your orders is not an issue, it is the challenges upon arrival. You will be loved by those that need its capability and hated by those that don't. Drove an SUV in Europe and these challenges exist.
Your orders should tell you if you are authorized to ship a POV. Trend to agree with SFC Hasbun. Plus our vehicles aren't geared for German Autobahn's.
SPC Charles Sewell
Store it, you'll find something to drive in Germany, we all did. You probably even want to bring a vehicle back home with you , some do. Germany vehicle are much different and the roads are much different. Once you get an international license you will enjoy the driving experience in europe. Drive on troop!
TSgt James Sutton
LTC Thomas Mullen - are you copy and pasting all of your comments? seems I read this one word for word
TSgt Robert Moore
LTC Thomas Mullen - As in only one narrow lane. I know from experience I was there in 1979-1982.
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He can buy a BMW or VW after he sells it to a German.