1997 MERCEDES-BENZ 1617 4×4 EXPEDITION CAMPER - R700,000
1997 Mercedes-Benz 1617 4×4 Expedition Camper
R700,000
Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
This purpose-built 1997 Mercedes-Benz 1617 4×4 expedition camper combines
heavy-duty off-road capability with substantial self-contained living accommodation.
It is equipped for extended overland and off-grid travel, with significant water and fuel capacity,
a generator, inverter, full kitchen, bathroom, separate bedroom, large storage areas,
hydraulic tail lift and motorcycle-carrying capability.
Key Highlights
- 1997 Mercedes-Benz 1617 Econoliner
- ADE 366 turbo-diesel engine
- 5-speed manual gearbox
- 4×4 with 2 differential locks and transfer lock
- 8 kVA Super Silent generator
- 5 kW Mecer Hybrid inverter
- 500L total fresh-water capacity
- 300L diesel tank
- Separate queen-size bedroom
- 6-seater lounge / dining area
- Dining area converts into king-size bed
- Full kitchen
- Fully tiled bathroom
- 6 kg front-loading washing machine
- 1.5-ton Dhollandia hydraulic tail lift
- Double motorcycle stand
- Large fold-out deck
- 3m retractable awning
- Large exterior garage / storage area
Vehicle & Drivetrain
- Year: 1997
- Make: Mercedes-Benz
- Model: 1617 Econoliner
- ADE 366 turbo-diesel engine
- 5-speed manual gearbox
- 4×4
- 2 × differential locks
- Transfer lock
- PTO
- Bullbar
- Roof rack
- 5 × 14.00-20 tyres
- Remote-operated Adendorff EWP2500 winch
- 1.5-ton Dhollandia hydraulic tail lift
- Double motorcycle stand
- Roof-mounted LED light bar
- 2 × LED driving lights
Living & Dining Area
- Comfortable 6-seater lounge / dining area
- 2 large sliding windows
- Hydraulic dining table
- Dining area converts into a king-size bed
- Underfloor storage compartment for tinned food
- 4 large overhead storage cupboards with gas shocks
- Hanging cupboards with pull-out racks
- Shoe cupboard
- LED interior lighting throughout
- 40mm insulated and soundproofed living area
- Heavy-duty traffic-laminated flooring
Bedroom
- Separate bedroom
- Queen-size bed
- 2 large windows
- Bedroom storage compartment
- Linen storage underneath the queen-size bed
Kitchen
- Defy Grill large microwave
- Hisense fridge/freezer with water dispenser
- Glastop Dometic kitchen basin with mixer
- Retractable 2-plate gas stove
- Undercounter kitchen cupboards
- Large food-storage cupboard
- Stainless-steel 6-bottle wine rack
- Stainless-steel soft-close vegetable rack
Bathroom & Laundry
- Fully tiled bathroom
- Frankie basin and mixer
- Shower
- Hand-held shower
- Thetford flushing toilet
- Extractor fan
- Defy 6 kg front-loading washing machine
Off-Grid Power & Electrical
- 8 kVA Super Silent generator
- 5 kW Mecer Hybrid inverter
- Interior electrical control panel / DB box
- Multiple double and 3-point plug sockets
- USB charging ports
- Exterior caravan plug socket
- Exterior electrical outlets
- Outside solar light with automatic day/night function and motion sensor
Please note: The previous listing states that the solar panels and batteries
are not currently connected.
Water & Gas System
- 2 × 250L fresh-water tanks
- Total fresh-water capacity: 500L
- 80L grey-water tank
- 55L black-water / sewerage tank
- 0.375 kW water-pressure pump
- 2 × quick-coupler points for refilling fresh-water tanks
- 20L Zero gas outdoor geyser with digital display
- Exterior 19 kg gas-bottle holder
Fuel Capacity
- 300L diesel tank
- 55L petrol tank for generator
Exterior & Camping Equipment
- Large fold-out deck
- 3m retractable awning
- Large exterior garage / storage compartment
- 2 × roof-mounted jerry cans
- Sunroof
- Roof rack
- Bullbar
- Motorcycle carrying setup
Comfort & Entertainment
- Air-conditioning / heating
- Pioneer radio with MP3 and Bluetooth
- 4 × JBL 6×9 speakers
- LED interior lighting
Purpose-Built Long-Distance Expedition Camper
This Mercedes-Benz 1617 4×4 expedition camper is a substantial overland vehicle
designed for long-distance touring and extended stays away from conventional campsites.
Its combination of heavy-duty running gear, large water and fuel capacity, generator,
inverter, separate bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen and major storage capacity makes it
a highly self-contained touring platform.
The fold-out deck, hydraulic tail lift, motorcycle carrying setup, large garage and generous
living space further extend its practicality for extended overland travel.
R700,000
Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Listing code KEM
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This is a used private-sale expedition vehicle. Specifications and equipment are based on
information supplied. Prospective buyers should confirm mileage, mechanical condition,
registration information, individual equipment specifications and included accessories
directly with the owner before purchase.
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