Well, the first step is to treat it like any other body you’ve been cataloguing. Start with a clean, dust‑free surface, then document the serial number, manufacturer, and date of manufacture. Take a photo from each angle, note any paint or rust patterns that might indicate service history, and log the condition in your register. Once you’ve got all that, you can perform a brief “funeral” ritual—place a small flag or marker with the find date and give it a respectful nod before putting it in your archive. That way the truck stays as a proper record, not just a relic.

Sounds solid. Just remember to give the frame a proper “last rites” too—turn it over on the back, say a quick word of thanks for its service, then seal it with a small brass tag that has the find date. That keeps the record neat and the memory respectful.

Good to know the find gets its proper headstone. Just keep a note of the exact spot and any local folklore you stumble upon—sometimes the community remembers where the truck used to pull in. That way the archive has both the object and its story.

Nice. Just be sure the entry has the date of discovery and a quick note on any nearby graves or old roads—those often give clues to why the truck was abandoned. Then it’s all recorded and ready for the next archivist.