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Up for sale is our much-loved Mercedes 609D campervan, registered P912 PBX.

We bought this van around 10 years ago and it was an absolute dream, taking us on extensive trips around Europe. Sadly, due to a house move and lack of space, it has been parked on our driveway for approximately 7 years and must now be sold.

This is a genuine opportunity to acquire a rare Mercedes 609D camper based on the highly regarded OM364 diesel engine (the famed ‘Million Miles’ engine) and heavy-duty commercial chassis.

Please read the description carefully. This vehicle is being sold strictly as a NON-RUNNER / SPARES OR REPAIR / RESTORATION PROJECT.

Vehicle Details

• Mercedes 609D Camper
• Registration: P912 PBX
• First Registered: 27 September 1996
• Engine: 3972cc OM364 Diesel
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Colour: White
• Tax Status: SORN
• V5C Present and in my name
• Odometer currently reads approximately 143,795 km (a very low mileage for this engine). The vehicle has a long MOT history supporting the recorded mileage (can be looked up via GOV.UK. website).
• Gross Vehicle Weight approximately 5.6 tonnes.

History

This vehicle started life as a minibus before being converted into a campervan by a previous owner.

The family who carried out the conversion documented the entire build process in a detailed conversion book.

Link to online book of bus conversion – https://www.blurb.co.uk/books/2285794-diary-of-a-big-white-bus

The van was later used as a rental camper and was listed with Quirky Campers before our ownership.

We have owned it for around 10 years and travelled extensively throughout Europe in it.

Prior to being laid up, the van had a long MOT history and passed its last MOT in September 2018 before being taken off the road and placed on SORN.

Current Condition

The vehicle has not been driven around for approximately seven years and was last started up approximately six years ago.

As such, buyers should assume that recommissioning work will be required throughout before any attempt is made to return it to the road.

Known issues include:

• Non-runner
• Batteries completely flat/dead
• Tyres may need to be replaced
• Definitely has some rust present in the foot pedal area – this was noticed last time it was driven due to a pedal feeling loose. There is an image included wherein silver gaffer tape was placed all around the pedal for the drive. So, there is definitely rust in that area and I can only assume there will be some rust in other know Mercedes problem areas
• No current MOT
• Vehicle has stood unused for many years

As with any project vehicle that has been standing, the buyer should assume that brakes, fuel system, hydraulic components, hoses, seals, electrical systems and running gear will require inspection, repair or replacement as necessary.

It may well start with new batteries and a quick engine service but that is just speculation on my part.

The camper interior remains complete and intact – it has a wood-burning stove, gas cooker, sink, a double bed and two bunk beds, drawers, storage and a foldable table that converts to an extra bed.

The Good Bits

• Genuine Mercedes 609D
• Legendary OM364 diesel engine
• Long-term ownership
• V5C present
• Camper conversion intact
• Extensive build documentation available
• Rare and increasingly hard-to-find model
• Fantastic basis for an overland expedition vehicle, classic camper restoration or unique tiny-home style project

Please do remember this is a 30-year-old project vehicle which has been standing for many years. We are ensuring we are being honest in our description so that there are no surprises for the buyer.  

Collection 

Location: Norwich, Norfolk

This vehicle cannot currently be driven away.

The winning bidder must arrange collection using an appropriate recovery vehicle, low-loader or transporter capable of handling a vehicle with a GVW of approximately 5.6 tonnes.

The vehicle will need to be winched onto transport.

The winning bidder should make contact within 24 hours and collection should be arranged within 7 days wherever possible.

Terms of Sale

• Sold strictly as seen
• No warranty implied or given
• No returns
• Winning bidder to make contact within 24 hours
• Payment by bank transfer preferred. Cash on collection can possibly be accepted by prior arrangement.
• Vehicle must be paid for in full prior to collection

A rare opportunity to acquire a classic Mercedes camper project with huge potential. These old Mercedes commercial vehicles have a loyal following worldwide, and this would make an excellent restoration, overland expedition build or parts donor for another 609D project.