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A Bedford CF 350 ? Or, something else? A bit of Help, Please.

Hi, New to the board and hopefully looking for some pointers in getting some background information on a 'Bedford Maxiome' that I have just purchased and looking to restore.
There seems to be limited information on the web for both technical and promotional material in order to get a bit of historical understanding. Also, future engine repair, etc.

I have seen it listed as a Bedford CF 350 but struggling to find more info on this 'Maxiome'. (Have also seen Images of same the Maxiome Body on an Inveco Chassis on a younger Motorhome.)

The Bedford came with a Certificate of Manufacture from the Vauxhall Heritage Centre (Griffin House) Detailing the Engine and Chassis manufacture in 1981.
For some reason its on a 'Q Plate', although the DVLA detail it registered 1st Jan 1981. My thoughts are based on the Original Number Registration being sold as a Cherised Number... ??

Any pointers in the right direction would be gratefully received in help keeping this Bedford on the road.


Cheers

Mike
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Seems I may have found some information regarding the Engine and Chassis specifications in the Relevant Forum Sections.

Cheers for the info, Mike.

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Hi and welcome to the club. I was going to point you in the direction of the brochures HERE so you could get some info on the chassis but I see you have already found them. I can't say that I have ever heard of Maxiome before so it's a new model to me. A few more photos would be nice if you have any.

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Dougie
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Hi new Bedford owner.

Hi,

Nice to this body is still around I don't think there were that many made, which engine is in it the four slant or the six cylinder, looks to be in good nick.
The Q plate could be because it has regd. abroad or a private plate.

doujoy
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Cheers Guys.
Enclosed some additional images.



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Dougie
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Real classic.

Hi,

So diesel six cylinder with a ZF gearbox maybe? looks very roomie in body space built no a short truck chassis with twin wheel rear end, should create a lot of
interest at shows!

doujoy


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Cheers Dougie.

Just started a bit of work on the inside, moving it around to provide a bit more comfort.
As you say, quite roomie inside.
Basicly, 6'3" high and 6'8" wide which gives great options.

Still trying to find more info on the 'Coach Builders' MAXIOME. I am sure there where a British Company, based upon the timber markings and electrical bits I have removed.
The only other 'Maxiome' I have seen is the exact body shell on an Inveco Chassis.

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Colin Birch
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he details I have for that vin say it should be :-

Details as first built
Year manufactured 1981 Luton
Body Chassis cab
Details 3200 mm (126 inch) wheelbase, 3375 kg (3.32 ton) GVW, 2300cc (137.9cu in.) Opel diesel engine, 9/47 axle ratio
Chassis number 617190

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