Lovingly restored 1974 Mercedes 206D - rare find!

1974 Mercedes 206D Campervan
A unique and rare campervan. Due to the age and originality of the vehicle it is both tax and MOT exempt. Extensive documentation and receipts available.
Sleeps four, two adults in a double bed made by rearranging the seating, and two children (small adults) in canvas hammocks which pull out from the side of the camper over the double bed.
It has a shower area, toilet, sink, fridge, cooker with grill and oven.
This vehicle was a barn find by the previous owner who had most of the bodywork and mechanicals rectified but due to a change in their circumstances were unable to dedicate the time to finish the interior.
Previous owner work (all receipts available)
• Welding and repair bodywork (photos available)
• New brake pipes
• Reconditioned engine replacement
• Front and rear shock absorbers
• Brake and clutch flexi hoses
• Clutch drive plate
• Exhaust downpipe replaced
• Fuel tank chemically cleaned and sealed
• Brake master cylinder replacement
• Under chassis seal
• Reconditioned alternator
• New water pump
We purchased the camper and have upgraded the interior to a modern-day spec. We have been careful to ensure that the main vehicle electrics, drive train and mechanicals are all original to preserve MOT exempt status.
Furnishings
Given that the camper was sat in a chicken shed for an unknown amount of time all the cushions and curtains have been replaced with custom made replacements. The cushion foam is specifically for campervans and makes a comfortable bed as well as seating.
Engine cover has been fitted with internal sound deadening and covered to match with new interior.
Safety
Two three-point seatbelts have been professionally fitted to the two forward facing seats in the rear of the campervan.
Water
• Shurflo Trail King 10 (12v 30psi) water pump, with strainer and filter
• Fiamma A20 expansion tank (ensure constant water pressure from pump to tap/shower)
• All new hot and cold water pipes
• MTT electronic fresh water tank level gauge
• Fiamma 23L Roll waste tank
• 2 x 35L fresh water tanks (currently only one fitted)

Electrics
• New 12v wiring with 10-way fuse box and common earth with isolator
• 12v split charge relay (charge leisure battery from vehicle engine)
• 240v electrical hook up with 2-way RCD & MCB consumer unit
• 240v charger (charge leisure battery when hooked up to 240v input)
• C-Line 12v switching panel
• 95Ah/800w/h low height leisure battery
• 2 x internal 240v sockets
• 3 x internal LED lights with dual brightness
• Victron Bluesolar MPPT solar charge controller
• 2 x 115x rigid solar panels (require fitting)
Kitchen
• Solid wood replacement work surface with lift out bowl cover and lift up cooker cover.
• Webasto CR42 230v/12v fridge
• Swivel mixer hot/cold tap
• Voyager 4500 Gas oven, grill and double hob fitted with electronic safety shut off solenoid which turns off the gas if the hob cover is lowered.
Heating
Fitted with a top of the range Webasto Dual Top ST8 externally mounted air and water heater. This heater will run on diesel only (taken from the main vehicle fuel tank), 240v only when hooked up to a supply or a combination of both.
More information on the heater is available from the supplier at:
https://pbautoelectrics.co.uk/shop/dual-top-evo-8-motorhome-combination-system-internally-mounted/
Shower/Toilet
With the toilet door open and floor pan removed there is sufficient space to have a hot shower, which is lit by a new LED light controlled from the C-Line switch panel. The original toilet has been replaced with a Thetford Porta potti 335
Extras
Complete with a Vango Galli II Compact RSV inflatable drive away awning. You simply inflate the tubes, throw the guidelines over the camper and peg it out. If you want to take the camper out for the day simply remove the guidelines and drive away leaving the awning standing.

There is a set of four freshly powder coated white wheels ready to have new tyres fitted and put on the campervan.
There is a collection of spare parts available which can come with the campervan.

Outstanding jobs
• Despite the reconditioned alternator installed by the previous owner there are still charging problems which need to be addressed.
• Engine sump oil leak – new sump gasket needed.
• Spare wheel bracket needs to be manufactured
• Modify water tank brackets and fit second freshwater tank.
• Fit solar panels