The Philippine Jeepney is a Filipino innovation of the G.I. surplus jeep during the 1940's. The unique vehicle was the answer to country's scarcity of transportation after the war. It has the same strong engine of a US Army jeep bust was resized and converted into a public utility vehicle. A typical Jeepney would usually accomodate 20-30 commuting passengers.
The result was a time enduring vehicle with a remarkable combination of Filipino ingenuity and creativity in the midst of the post-war crisis. In terms of appearance, no Jeepney is exactly the same. Each Jeepney was designed with well-detailed artworks, elaborately displayed on its bodies and even in the vehicle interior.
One of the most unique & Very popular means of transportation in the Philippines; Excellent die-cast model; boxed.
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