Traditionally overlanding meant sacrificing the comforts of home, but today that’s not always the case. The vehicles produced by EarthRoamer, EarthCruiser, and Global X Vehicles are capable of conquering the toughest environments on earth while providing a level of interior luxury that’s unmatched by most apartments. We’ve featured a number of these monster rigs, including this $200,000 EarthRoamer #28, a $219,000 2015 EarthCruiser FX, and a $529,000 Global X Vehicles Patagonia. Today’s 2015 GXV Unimog U500 has covered just 56,500 miles, showcases extensive premium modifications, incorporates every luxury imaginable, and is priced accordingly.
From the Seller:
“This expedition truck was built by Global Expedition Vehicles in 2014 on a 2004 Unimog U500. The body is a Pangea model that is 16-feet 5-inches long with a lifting roof, which incorporates a loft bedroom and king-size bed. It is configured with a U-shaped dining area in the rear that can also be converted to a bed.”
2014 Global X Vehicles on Unimog U500
Founded by Michael Van Pelt, Global X Vehicles are designed to be the last word in super capable luxury overland rigs. Michael was tired of RVs and campers that were not truly self-contained or all-terrain capable, so he set out to create his dream go-anywhere camper. In 2006 he shipped his creation (also a Unimog base vehicle) to South America and began a long-term overland excursion.. The trip was a resounding success; the rig proved to be dependable and incredibly livable—Michael only stayed at two campsites during a year of full-time travel. Global X Vehicles was born and swiftly became one of the most respected expedition vehicle builders in the world.
Distinguishing Features
- King shock absorbers
- Seagull drinking water purification system
- Fuel capacity, 160-gallon
- Leather ISRI air-ride, heated, and cooled seats
- Dry bath with shower and Thetford cassette toilet
- Two Webasto T90 hydronic heaters
- Freshwater tank, 120-gallon
This 2014 Global X Vehicles Unimog U500 is listed for $475,000 and is currently located in La Junta, Colorado. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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