Location: Newark, New Jersey

Why It’s Curated: This 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500GE is for sale near Newark, New Jersey. This truck has been armored by Isoclima of Italy to NIJ Level III+/NATO Level B6. That means it is multi-hit resistant to large-caliber rifle rounds and provides ballistic protection from hand grenades and land mines (previously owned by German Foreign Ministry). So, if your neighbors are exceptionally rude or the trails in your next of the woods are exceptionally dangerous, this could be the perfect truck for you. Or, maybe you just want a unique and interesting vehicle that is a little subtle. More details of the build, recent work and a few noted issues, like the non-funcitoning AC are below. There are 50+ images in the gallery above. Please let us know if you have any questions about this truck.

Vehicle:

• Year: 1993
• Make: Mercedes-Benz
• Model: 500GE
• Drive: 4×4
• Miles: 74,000
• Fuel Type: Gasoline
• Transmission: 4 Speed Automatic
• Engine: 5 L V8
• Exterior Color: Black
• Interior Color: Gray
• VIN: On Request
• Title: Clean

Details & Upgrades:
Armoring done by Isoclima of Italy to NIJ Level III+/NATO Level B6 – truck is multi-hit resistant to large-caliber rifle rounds and provides ballistic protection from hand grenades and land mines (previously owned by German Foreign Ministry for use in high-risk locations).
Built-in gun locker and refrigerated storage unit in the rear storage area
Work in February 2024:
Installation of heavy-duty offroad suspension
Upgraded brakes/pads/rotors/calipers
New wheels/tires
Window tint
Application of undercoat/sealant
Note, windows are fixed in place (ballistic glass is approx 4 inches thick) and do not lower

Known Issues:
Non functioning air conditioning
Non functioning audio system
Intermittently functioning power door locks
“Some minor imperfections” in the ballistic glass
Minor paint imperfections (the seller believes it was repainted around 20 years ago when the armoring was completed)