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Decommissioned 1950s Rolls Humber Fire Vehicle Heads to Norfolk Auction

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Decommissioned 1950s Rolls Humber Fire Vehicle Heads to Norfolk Auction
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  • A 1950s Rolls Humber fire truck will be auctioned in Norfolk this Saturday.
  • The vehicle was decommissioned 50 years ago for being too slow.
    • It has a unique build and a Rolls-Royce motor, once an army cargo.
    • Owner Richard Wallis bought it at Cranfield Airport in his 20s.
    • Auction price is expected to reach up to £20,000.
    • Wallis wishes for a buyer who will display and maintain it.
    • Hansons is managing the auction of this rare fire vehicle.
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