Popular Post Patdbossct Posted August 2, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted August 2, 2017 The Wellington Mack will be returning to New England. I don't want to get into politics about what did or did not transpire between the local chapter and the national chapter since it occurred years prior to me finding the common passion we all share amongst us, which is trucks. However I would like to say that we all admire, collect and preserve the history of trucks for future generations. Everyone of us one way or another, contributes to this preservation of trucks and history. With that said, the truck will reside back in the original place it had been for years, when it was first left for generations to admire. It will be at the Haul of Fame Musuem in Canterbury, Ct. The Truck will from time to time be loaned to other museums that desire to display it, as well as the Mack Musuem for all to enjoy. It will be brought to truck shows and events as well. This Truck is an iconic piece of American history, especially for all those who sacrificed their lives during WW II so that we could live freely in this great country. It truly deserves to be seen by all. I'm proud to say The Wellington, will stay in this country for all to enjoy, and in the New England area as the original owners had desired. I like to give a big thanks to the Fox family for wanting keep history alive, for future generations. I'd also like to thank the Yaworski family from Ct for originally housing the Wellington where it resided in New England for many years and taking it to shows. I would also like to thank Gary Mahan from NJ, for fixing the issues on the motor, housing the truck and taking it to shows, and a special thanks to the Mack Musuem for displaying this iconic piece of History for all to see. But most of all thanks to all of you, for keeping these trucks and history alive and well and preserving them for future generations to admire. Without all of you, most of the truck history would have been lost forever. 1 18 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/50649-wellington-mack-going-back-to-new-england/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomastractorsvc Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 I am guessing you are the guy that bought it, why was it such a big secret when it was an ATHS asset and members were left searching for clues? I appreciate that it is staying where it is supposed to but I think ATHS should have kept it as it is the mission to preserve transportation history and loaned it to museums for all to enjoy. 1 Quote Robert"I reject your reality and substitute my own." Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/50649-wellington-mack-going-back-to-new-england/#findComment-376418 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hurstscrambler Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 Very cool! Andy 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/50649-wellington-mack-going-back-to-new-england/#findComment-376427 Share on other sites More sharing options...
james j neiweem Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 Good save guys 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/50649-wellington-mack-going-back-to-new-england/#findComment-376429 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Horse Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 8 hours ago, Patdbossct said: The Wellington Mack will be returning to New England. I don't want to get into politics about what did or did not transpire between the local chapter and the national chapter since it occurred years prior to me finding the common passion we all share amongst us, which is trucks. However I would like to say that we all admire, collect and preserve the history of trucks for future generations. Everyone of us one way or another, contributes to this preservation of trucks and history. With that said, the truck will reside back in the original place it had been for years, when it was first left for generations to admire. It will be at the Haul of Fame Musuem in Canterbury, Ct. The Truck will from time to time be loaned to other museums that desire to display it, as well as the Mack Musuem for all to enjoy. It will be brought to truck shows and events as well. This Truck is an iconic piece of American history, especially for all those who sacrificed their lives during WW II so that we could live freely in this great country. It truly deserves to be seen by all. I'm proud to say The Wellington, will stay in this country for all to enjoy, and in the New England area as the original owners had desired. I like to give a big thanks to the Fox family for wanting keep history alive, for future generations. I'd also like to thank the Yaworski family from Ct for originally housing the Wellington where it resided in New England for many years and taking it to shows. I would also like to thank Gary Mahan from NJ, for fixing the issues on the motor, housing the truck and taking it to shows, and a special thanks to the Mack Musuem for displaying this iconic piece of History for all to see. But most of all thanks to all of you, for keeping these trucks and history alive and well and preserving them for future generations to admire. Without all of you, most of the truck history would have been lost forever. Patsie, Well said and a huge thank you I'm sure from a lot of people for stepping up to the plate. The Wednesday "coffee club" has another star attraction and I'm sure Denis will have a special spot for it! Bob 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/50649-wellington-mack-going-back-to-new-england/#findComment-376432 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 Well done Pat! Excellent! 1 Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/50649-wellington-mack-going-back-to-new-england/#findComment-376438 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post fxfymn Posted August 2, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted August 2, 2017 Well done. My philosophy is always "What's meant to be will be." In this case it's very cool that the truck ended up right back where the owner's that donated it to the local chapter wanted it to be. Maybe ATHS stumbled onto the best way to get out of the situation they put themselves in and the optimist in me hopes that they will never behave the same in the future. 3 Quote Money, sex, and fire; everybody thinks everyone else is getting more than they are! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/50649-wellington-mack-going-back-to-new-england/#findComment-376439 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jettertrucks Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 that will look good next to the al pat 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/50649-wellington-mack-going-back-to-new-england/#findComment-376499 Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelman Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Very Good! Glad to see this resolved. Just got my Sept. Issue of Hemming motor news today. It was advertised for sale in this issue for $300,000.00. Wow! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/50649-wellington-mack-going-back-to-new-england/#findComment-376511 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackdaddy Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 I bet it sold for more than 300k? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/50649-wellington-mack-going-back-to-new-england/#findComment-376975 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yarnall Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 1 hour ago, mackdaddy said: I bet it sold for more than 300k? Dan, Did you look into buying it? I called Kansas City to complain about the sale and they told me the asking price was $150,000. Even at a quarter of that it was out of my price range, yet alone double that. I do love the truck though. I'm glad it was going back to New England. Dennis Yaworski was pretty upset about it when I talked to him a couple months ago. Mike Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/50649-wellington-mack-going-back-to-new-england/#findComment-376987 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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