1974 MBZ UniMog 4x4 Truck Camper

1974 Mercedes-Benz UniMog Additional Info:

1974 Unimog 416 Expedition Motor Homewith refrigerator, stove, heated water, shower, and spare parts. High quality adventure camper with clean CA. title, runs and drives great on rebuilt original diesel engine and tight steering, well maintained. Located in Oregon.

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UNIMOG U-1100-L/416

1974 Unimog 416 Expedition Motor Homewith refrigerator, stove, heated water, shower, and spare parts. High quality motor home with clean title, runs and drives great on rebuilt original diesel engine and tight steering, well maintained. Located in Oregon.

Interested buyers only please...

Please have either financing (unsecured personal line of credit) or personal funds squared away before contacting me. Thank you

MODEL YEAR, PERFORMANCE, CONDITION

Model year basis vehicle:1974 Unimog U-1100-L (416.141)

Model year camper cabin:1991, designed and built in Germany

Mileage, 02/21/2008:199,692 miles (Until 1990: 76,400 miles strictly on road operation with federal postal administration)

Mileage 08/12/2016:341,890 kms (212,440 miles at time of sale and storage).

130,000 Miles are assumed to be on engine, prior to 2014 overhaul.

ENGINE

Mercedes-Benz OM-352

6 Cylinder Diesel direct injection

Piston displacement:5.6 liters

Engine power:110 HP

Max Torque:232 foot pounds

Fuel Milage:12 mpg (paved road)

Truck weight Unk.:

Speed:55mph, set by fuel injection

TRANSMISSION

High speed transmission with overdrive

Theoretical maximum speed: 60mph

Four wheel drive, shiftable at any speed without declutching

Special design: 2x 4-gear shift pattern (8 speed)

AXLES

Pneumatically actuated, mechanically engaged, locking differentials (front and rear), selectable without declutching, at any speed.

4-Wheel Disc Brakes

Portal axles with geared final drives(18 inches clearance under the differentials)

SPECS

Length: 18’; Width: 7’; Height: 11’

Turing circle: only 46’

Approach angle: 60˚; Departure angle: 45˚

VEHICLE UPGRADES

2 X 75 Gallon diesel tanks, for 1800 mile range

Fuel/Water separator

Dual Air filter system (cyclone + oil bath)

Auxiliary air-compressor

Truck air horn

Cab has had partial sound dampening material installed

Cab is a shortened 416 Double Cab (DoKa), driver has more

leg and head room.

Raised driver cabin roof for more head clearance

Special shock absorber seats

Seat belts

Windshield with safety glass

High beam halogen spot lights on the roof rack

Updated Bright Headlights

Solid bull bar

Aluminum skid plate (protects radiator, steering and differential)

Roof rack with spare tire and crane for spare tire

MAINTENANCE TIMELINE

• 1999:Transmission and axles completely overhauled, dual shocks added to rear axle.

• August 2007:New front brake rotors, fuel injectors, water pump, radiator, fresh water tank, plumbing and accessory drive belts.

• October 2007:Frame-off restoration and new paint job.

• 2014:Engine overhauled, four new Continental MPT 81 365/80 R20 tires.

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CAMPER CABIN

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS

Length: 130 inches; Width: 79 inches; Heighth: 77 inches

CONSTRUCTION

The cabin is completely designed and built with GFK-

sandwiched fiberglass material.

Due to the frameless design there are no cold bridges.

The cabin is mounted on one auxiliary frame (U profile)

and 3 crossbeams (system seesaw=standard Unimog)

flexible to the Unimog chassis (three point suspension).

Therefore no cabin distortion from the chassis is possible.

The cabin is isolated with high value PE (Polyethylene)

instead of PU (Polyurethane).3 mounts secure

the removable camper box from frame.

FEATURES

Hardwood layer in the floor at the fixing points for reinforcement

The outer skin is a double fiberglass material, 30% thicker than standard

Lockable sliding door between cab and cabin

5 Insulated sliding windows with integrated blinds

Exterior aluminum covers for all windows (lockable from inside)

Storage: large storage accessible and lockable from outside.

55 gallons drinking water tanks, and

Two 5 gallon propane tanks – Average usage length is 6mo. reserve

AMENITIES

One table with seating for 4 people

New Seat/bed Upholstery

If the table is lowered, it creates a bed (79 x 63 inches)

The mattresses are 5 inches thick and covered

Storage space under the seats and bed

There is a shower integrated in the entrance

Large stainless steel kitchen sink

2 Water supply systems: 32 Gallon stainless steel tank

and 1 x 24 gallon plastic tank totaling a 56 gallon water supply.

One system has a Kathadyn-household-filter

TECHNOLOGY

4 Siemens 50 watt Solar Panels and 3 deep cycle batteries

An intelligent battery regulator controls the battery charge

WAECO “Coolmatic” refrigerator

Trumatic E propane heater with thermostat

Webasto diesel heater (out of order)

3.7 gallon continuous flow water heater, thermo-controlled

3 burner propane stove with oven

EQUIPMENT

Extensive spare parts, assembled by a Unimog specialist.

Many small parts including, starter, clutch disc, helper springs, pressure regulator, seals, repair sets, tubes, filter, v-belts, etc.

Original Daimler-Benz workshop manual with spare parts catalog (in German)

1 High Lift jack, 1 Hydraulic jack, 1 Mechanical jack

2 sand plates 6 feet, 2 sand plates 3 feet (original airstrip plates)

Awning, mosquito resistant pop-up tent

BACKGROUND

The Unimog is based on a 1974 model 416 that was converted into a single cab Expedition camper in Germany. We purchased it in Canada after a German couple that used it to tour, beginning in Germany, and on to South Africa, South America, and Alaska, over a period ofnine years. This truck was used, and lived in, every day for 9 years across half of the world. This is a genuine off-road expedition vehicle, built and tested in the toughest terrains. It has been in the deserts of Africa, the Amazon, the salt flats of Bolivia, the tundra of the Arctic Circle and everywhere in between.

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We didn’t hesitate at the chance to purchase this vehicle for many reasons, some of which you may be thinking as well. Personal safety is paramount when you want to travel in harsh climates and unstable politics. With this Unimog you can sleep soundly at night, knowing that the camper is secure, all windows are above eye level, and there is access to the drivers’ cabin in case of an emergency. The cabin itself makes excellent use of a small space, the bed is the dining room, the entrance is also the shower. There is even enough headroom for tall people to stand without grazing the ceiling!

When it comes time to ship the Unimog over land or sea, you can also feel safe knowing that the camper can be completely sealed from the outside; there are metal panels that cover every window. All access to storage from the outside can be locked from inside the cabin with steel rods. This means during shipping the only access the shipper has is to the Cab, they cannot access, see, or touch anything in the camper or storage areas!

Behind the wheel, the Unimog may lack the creature comforts of a modern RV but it makes up for it in mobility and reliability. With the portal axles, locking diffs and 8 speed transmission, there is little that will stand in your way. During their 9-year trek, the previous owners experienced only a few technical issues, one being a broken coil spring (from trying to keep up with their military escort crossing the desert in Africa) and a clogged radiator. No flat tires, no blowouts, no engine failure. Maintenance is key to keeping a Unimog alive, the previous owners were meticulous with that. The oil was changed every 5000km, the differential and final drives got fresh fluid every 10000km.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is it?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unimog

How is the paint?

The paint and bodywork were done in Mexico during the previous owner’s trip. They are not show quality! The roof was replaced due to rust, and at the same time more headroom was added. The paint is pretty utilitarian; it’s not a show queen, but it is basically there to protect from rust.

What about Title/Registration/Insurance?

We have the original Title from Germany, all import duties and taxes have been paid. The truck is currently registered with a Ca. “Golden Rod” status and insured.

Does everything work?

We always keep the batteries charged, and make a point of running the water, heater, solar panel, fridge and electrics whenever we can. It also gets started and driven.

What needs to be done to make it drivable?

Currently needing some slight attention for safety and comfort’s sake (these cosmetic observations, by no means a mechanical guarantee!):

Rotors, 4 corners

Windshield washer pump

Left rear taillight has a crack in the cover

Need to redo the sound deadening in the Cab interior with lighter and thinner material (for increased headroom)

As with any used vehicle, and before any big trip it should be gone through and inspected.