Most people embarking on a 2,000-kilometre road trip might opt for a vehicle with windows, not to mention air conditioning, power steering and an age of less than 80 years.

But for a group of military vehicle enthusiasts, the lack of mod cons was all part of the fun of the drive from Mount Molloy to the tip of Cape York.

World War II jeeps have a cult-like following in Australia and some collectors are prepared to pay more than $40,000 to own a piece of history.

For Townsville's Military and Historic Vehicle Club president Albie Lee Sye says it is a case of no frills, no worries.

"I find that the joy of me being able to drive it overcomes anything else," he said.

Mr Lee Sye said the group of seven embarked on the journey after Victory in the Pacific commemorations in Townsville last m

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