1988 Mercedes-Benz Unimog

KEY FACTS This Mercedes-Benz Unimog U1700 is a highly capable and extensively upgraded utility vehicle, presented as a formidable 4x4 expedition truck. It is powered by a 5.7-litre turbocharged ‘OM 352A’ diesel inline-six, road-tuned to approximately 230hp, driving all four wheels via an eight-speed manual transmission with four-wheel differential locks. This original Australian-market model passed compliance in December 1988. The odometer indicates 72,053 km, though this is not warranted. This example has been resprayed, has had its chassis steam-cleaned and repainted, and has undergone extensive modification, transforming it into a highly capable and robust overland adventure platform. Build year: 1988 EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This Unimog U1700 is finished in silver over a black cloth-trimmed interior, with ISRI air-ride seats. It rides on a set of 20-inch Hutchinson beadlock aluminium alloy wheels made in the US, fitted with Michelin XZL tyres. Key modifications include a new ‘U5023’ facelift with a brand new bonnet, grille, front bull bar and lights, alongside scrub bars, a spare wheel carrier, a manual crane, a Great White light bar, and 7x5 LED headlights. The cab features insulation, Raptor coating on the underside, an air conditioning system, a reversing camera, an overhead console with entertainment unit, and a UHF system; while the heavy-duty rear tray is equipped with canopy hoops, a canopy, a side entry ladder, and eight Grunt tie-down points. Performance upgrades comprise a Working Group, Claas Overdrive, an upgraded intercooler, a 3.5-inch hi-flow exhaust, injector pump modification, King Racing shock absorbers, a transmission cooler, an RTIS system, a front winch mount with 20,000lb winches front and rear, dual long-range fuel tanks (500L total), custom HDPE water tanks (260L) mounted on the rear tray, triple-step battery boxes, a RED Arc Tow Pro, and a Gen Y tow hitch. Accompanied by some upgrade and parts invoices, towing tools, and two keys. CONDITIO