1955 Mercedes-Benz O 319
- Engine
- Fuel-injected gasoline engine, automatic transmission with overdrive
A 1955-era Mercedes-Benz O 319 forward-control bus that has been comprehensively restored and converted into a high-specification camper vehicle over a fifteen-year period by its previous owner. The exterior retains factory colours applied to very high standards, while underneath sits a modern air-ride suspension system. Inside, the vehicle features bespoke cabinetry, a rear berth, dual audio systems, and solar capability, all powered by a modern fuel-injected Mercedes-Benz petrol engine with automatic transmission and overdrive.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$162,400
- —Auction saleEstimate US$150,000 – US$175,000
- Date unknownEccentric computer engineerpartial documentation
Prior owner carried out a comprehensive 15-year restoration and conversion into a camper, incorporating modern mechanical and electrical upgrades throughout.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Restoration
Full restoration combined with an extensive camper conversion carried out over approximately fifteen years, encompassing bodywork to factory colours, modern air-ride suspension fitment, fuel-injected engine and automatic transmission installation with overdrive and oil cooler, bespoke interior cabinetry, dual audio systems, integrated propane and water tanks, solar panel, centralised electrics, and circuit-breaker panel.
Work was performed by the prior owner, described as a computer engineer with advanced technical skills. Re-mapped engine management chips were also included to suit varied driving conditions.
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