EXPEDITION VEHICLE, BEDFORD MJ, OVERLANDER, TRUCK, CAMPER, MOBILE HOME, 1984 4X4, RARE, FULLY LOADED
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This is a rare opportunity to own a 1984 Bedford MJ Expedition Vehicle, affectionately named “BOB, The Big Orange Bedford.” This one-off vehicle is an incredible showstopper and has been meticulously built to the highest standards. It’s been expertly maintained over 19 years of ownership, with a “first time, every time” engine and an excellent chassis. Registered as a French vintage vehicle, it avoids MOT requirements in France, offering numerous perks.
BOB features a 150-litre water tank, waste water and water gauge, radiator and underfloor heating (powered by a Mikuni preheater diesel engine), two 250L diesel tanks, an inverter, new solar panels, sand ladders, snow chains, electrical hook-up, an LPG portable generator, a winch, two spare wheels (needing replacement), and a cupboard overflowing with essential spares.
The interior boasts a spacious layout with a fixed double bed and guest double bed, a fully equipped kitchen with a Smev cooker, fridge, and shower room with a fold-down sink and toilet. It’s exceptionally well insulated with central heating and black out blinds.
Key features include: a 5.4L turbo Bedford 6-cylinder engine with a 5-speed overdrive gearbox (cruising at 90KPM), a top speed of 60 MPH, tyre size 12.00R20 Type 154/150J, and a robust chassis.
The vehicle has undergone a full service recently, including oil and filter changes, brake fluid and greasing. It's in excellent condition with only minor upkeep needs – a second diesel tank requiring welding and one spare tyre needing replacement.
**Dimensions:** H 3.6 W2.8 L7.2, Interior: Height 1.95m Length 4.8m Width 2.18m (2 person fixed bed 140 x 195, 2 person conversion bed 115 x 170).
**Additional Equipment:** Includes a winch, snow chains, sand ladders, air gauge and supply, two spare tires and an exterior cradle for LPG bottle, LPG compact generator, solar panels, inverter, and a comprehensive parts supply from VIP in Hastings.
Viewing by appointment only in Newark on Trent. This is a 40-year-old vehicle meticulously maintained and in excellent condition.