Jolly Roger
Adventurer
***SOLD*** It's with a heavy heart that I'm listing my beloved U500 for sale. I purchased the U500 last summer with plans to have a custom camper built for a multi-year trip around Central and South America. However, personal circumstances are dictating that we amend our travel plans, so we’re reluctantly putting the U500 up for sale.
The U500 is in exceptional condition and comes extremely well equipped. If you’re looking for a platform to build a spacious, comfortable and go-anywhere rig that you could live in for extended periods; the U500 is an ideal choice.
Aside from being a great choice for an overland rig, the U500 is also a mighty workhorse that can be utilized in an almost endless variety of tasks (snow plowing, hauling, farming, forestry, municipal, etc.).
This U500 has the full North American specifications and was originally registered in the USA. I imported it into Canada last summer and its currently registered, taxed and insured in British Columbia. Unlike most Unimogs, it is not subject to the archaic import rules that state a vehicle must be 25-years or older to be imported into the USA. Consequently, this Unimog can easily be reimported back into the USA.
This Unimog also has the much sought-after VarioPilot system, which allows you to position the steering wheel, instrument cluster and pedals on either the right or the left hand side of the vehicle. Consequently, you can travel anywhere in the world and easily (in 30 seconds) transform the vehicle from a left-hand drive to a right-hand drive. It also features the EAS system which allows you to drive the vehicle in manual or fully automatic mode.
Asking price is $108,000 CDN (negotiable). Part trades (plus cash) may be considered for smaller; overland capable vehicle.
The basic specifications together with some photos are listed below. If you require more detailed information on this vehicle, or would like to arrange a viewing, please PM me.
The U500’s are becoming increasingly rare, especially ones this well equipped with such miles. Don’t miss your opportunity to own one of these amazing and exciting vehicles!
- Year 2005
- Mileage: 26,000 miles (42,000 kms)
- Engine OM906LA
- 6 cylinder Mercedes-Benz 906 turbo-diesel engine
- Power output 260 hp, 700 ft.lbs torque
- Long 154" wheelbase
- 3-way tipper bed with hydraulic cylinder (front to back and side to side)
- 33'000 lbs GVW
- 24-forward, 22-reverse speeds (highway, working & crawler gears)
- Teligent Shifting, Electronic Pneumatic Shifting (EPS) with Electronic Quick Reverse
- EAS (electronic auto shift) allows for the transmission to be driven as an automatic or standard
- Vario-pilot (allows for left-handed or right-handed drivers position)
- Front live PTO (204 horsepower)
- Front & rear hydraulics
- Air conditioning
- Raised plow lights
- Trailer towing package
- Cold weather package (120v block heater, intake grid heater, Webasto diesel fired engine / cab heater)
- Heated windshield
- Heated mirrors
- Power mirrors
- Power windows
- Air conditioning
- Cruise Control
- Speed Limiter
- 2-stage engine brake
- Dual radiators
- Dual air tanks
- Air-suspended driver's seat with headrest
- Air-suspended passenger seat with headrest
- 395-85 R20 Michelin XZL tires, 70 mph rating
- Electronic Speed Limiter to 70 mph
- Front, rear and central differential locks
- Full time four-wheel drive
- 4 snow chains
- AM/FM CD
- Chrome vertical exhaust
- Front implement mounting plate
- Jump start studs
- Daytime running lights
The U500 is in exceptional condition and comes extremely well equipped. If you’re looking for a platform to build a spacious, comfortable and go-anywhere rig that you could live in for extended periods; the U500 is an ideal choice.
Aside from being a great choice for an overland rig, the U500 is also a mighty workhorse that can be utilized in an almost endless variety of tasks (snow plowing, hauling, farming, forestry, municipal, etc.).
This U500 has the full North American specifications and was originally registered in the USA. I imported it into Canada last summer and its currently registered, taxed and insured in British Columbia. Unlike most Unimogs, it is not subject to the archaic import rules that state a vehicle must be 25-years or older to be imported into the USA. Consequently, this Unimog can easily be reimported back into the USA.
This Unimog also has the much sought-after VarioPilot system, which allows you to position the steering wheel, instrument cluster and pedals on either the right or the left hand side of the vehicle. Consequently, you can travel anywhere in the world and easily (in 30 seconds) transform the vehicle from a left-hand drive to a right-hand drive. It also features the EAS system which allows you to drive the vehicle in manual or fully automatic mode.
Asking price is $108,000 CDN (negotiable). Part trades (plus cash) may be considered for smaller; overland capable vehicle.
The basic specifications together with some photos are listed below. If you require more detailed information on this vehicle, or would like to arrange a viewing, please PM me.
The U500’s are becoming increasingly rare, especially ones this well equipped with such miles. Don’t miss your opportunity to own one of these amazing and exciting vehicles!
- Year 2005
- Mileage: 26,000 miles (42,000 kms)
- Engine OM906LA
- 6 cylinder Mercedes-Benz 906 turbo-diesel engine
- Power output 260 hp, 700 ft.lbs torque
- Long 154" wheelbase
- 3-way tipper bed with hydraulic cylinder (front to back and side to side)
- 33'000 lbs GVW
- 24-forward, 22-reverse speeds (highway, working & crawler gears)
- Teligent Shifting, Electronic Pneumatic Shifting (EPS) with Electronic Quick Reverse
- EAS (electronic auto shift) allows for the transmission to be driven as an automatic or standard
- Vario-pilot (allows for left-handed or right-handed drivers position)
- Front live PTO (204 horsepower)
- Front & rear hydraulics
- Air conditioning
- Raised plow lights
- Trailer towing package
- Cold weather package (120v block heater, intake grid heater, Webasto diesel fired engine / cab heater)
- Heated windshield
- Heated mirrors
- Power mirrors
- Power windows
- Air conditioning
- Cruise Control
- Speed Limiter
- 2-stage engine brake
- Dual radiators
- Dual air tanks
- Air-suspended driver's seat with headrest
- Air-suspended passenger seat with headrest
- 395-85 R20 Michelin XZL tires, 70 mph rating
- Electronic Speed Limiter to 70 mph
- Front, rear and central differential locks
- Full time four-wheel drive
- 4 snow chains
- AM/FM CD
- Chrome vertical exhaust
- Front implement mounting plate
- Jump start studs
- Daytime running lights
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