Mercedes-Benz O 319 German first delivery panorama window vehicle of the Siemens works fire department (1957)

Vehicle description

Highlights and general information

A Mercedes-Benz O 319 from 1957 is for sale in the striking red color, with an interior made of durable red fabric.

Highlights

• Investments
• General maintenance and servicing work (e.g. oil change, lubrication according to schedule, cleaning, adjustments, etc.)
• New steering rack and seal as well as left rear axle
• Various seals (receipts available)
• Valuation report from 2021 available, with the grade: 3+
• History of this vehicle
• The Mercedes bus was originally used for the Siemens plant fire department in Munich (with dark blue paint). An absolute rarity here is that the bus was not only equipped with a spray pump, but also with panoramic windows.
• After Siemens, the coach was used by the volunteer fire department in Geltendorf (hence the red repainting).
• Since 1998, the 319 has been privately owned by a motorcycle collector, who mainly used the bus to transport his old motorcycles to various meetings.
• The car has been in my possession since June 2016 and all journeys have been documented with a logbook due to the red classic car license plate.
• There are still some spare parts, accessories and two wooden shelves (from the previous owner) available and included in the price.
• 2 original workshop and parts books are also available, but only for an additional charge.
• Features include: Radio, sun visors, radio, sirens, magnetic blue light
• In possession of the seller since June 2016

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1957
• First registration: 1957
• German vehicle
• Location: 86937 Scheuring, Germany
• 4 Vehicle owner
• No TÜV (red classic car license plate with TÜV certificate according to § 23 StVZO)
• No H license plate
• Accident-free in current ownership, possible accident with previous owners not known
• Registered
• German registration
• Ready to drive

Model history

• The Mercedes-Benz O 319, introduced in 1955, was a versatile minibus for passenger transportation. Based on the L 319 chassis, it offered various configurations, including minibuses, minivans and vans. Equipped with petrol and diesel engines, the O 319 was also used as a camper van. Its boxy design and use in the commercial and private sectors made it popular until the 1960s. Today, the O 319 is valued as a classic by enthusiasts, who can admire restored examples at classic car meetings.

Facts

Exterior and interior

• Red paintwork
• Interior material made from hard-wearing red fabric
• Repainted, complete paint job

Engine and transmission

• 1.9-liter four-cylinder in-line engine with 65 hp (petrol engine)
• Manual gearbox (steering wheel gearshift)
• Last engine service in June 2023

Mileage

• 6,285 km. Mileage partially traceable.

Documentation

• No checkbook available

Tires, brakes, body & underbody

• Tires: 70-90 %
• Brakes: 30-50 %
• Underbody: Light rust film, superficial rust, welded

Known defects

• Rear sliding windows are fixed (rusty frame)
• Some of the equipment is not original
• Wood paneling with damaged areas
• Recognizable rust spot on left rear side
• Paint chipping on the front bumper
• Some seals make a porous impression according to the photos
• Doors and door handles need to be replaced
• Signs of wear and tear commensurate with age and slight leaks
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

Experience the charming Mercedes-Benz O 319 from 1957 in vivid red, equipped with a hard-wearing red fabric interior and a 1.9-liter four-cylinder in-line engine (65 hp). With an eventful history as a former Siemens works fire service bus and later used by the volunteer fire department, this classic car presents itself as roadworthy, with known flaws such as fixed rear sliding windows and characterful traces of its historic heritage.

Vehicle videos

Why Kickdown? The NDR summed it up well!