Rent Ellie – Your Home for Your Next Big Adventure
Technical specifications
- Vehicle Categories: Expedition Vehicles (Overland Trucks)
- Brand: Mercedes-Benz
- Model / Type: 1429 AF
- Year of manufacture: 1993
- Mileage: 90000
- Power (hp): 290
- Drive type: All-wheel drive (4x4 / AWD)
- Transmission type: Manual transmission
- Total weight: 12000
- Seats: 6
- Sleeping berths: 4
- TÜV / MOT / MFK / CT: 2026
- Location: Schweiz
Description
Do you dream of traveling in a real expedition vehicle—independent, comfortable, and ready to tackle trails that would quickly become impassable in a traditional camper?
Then meet Ellie.
Our Mercedes-Benz 1429 expedition van was our home on wheels for several years and accompanied us as a family through Europe and Africa. Now we’d like to share this special travel experience with others—and rent Ellie out for your own adventure.
What to expect:
Mercedes-Benz 1429, V8 with 290 PS
All-wheel drive & 3 differential locks
6 registered seats
4 comfortable sleeping spots
Spacious living area with an interior height of approx. 2.40 m
Kitchen with induction cooktop, oven, and dishwasher
Bathroom & Clesana toilet
Washing machine
350 L fresh water
Solar system & self-sufficient power supply
Approx. 400 L of diesel
Outdoor furniture & gas grill
Complete travel gear, including dishes, coffee maker, comforters, bed linens, and towels
Unlimited mileage
In short: Just bring your personal belongings—Ellie is ready for the trip.
Ellie wasn’t built for campgrounds, but for people who love freedom and want to take a detour off the beaten path when they’re on the road.
Rental period: 2 weeks or more
Driver’s license: Category/Class C required
Pickup: Switzerland
Travel areas: Europe and other selected countries by arrangement
Ellie is no ordinary rental RV. She’s a tried-and-true expedition vehicle with a fully equipped home on board—for couples and families who want to embark on a real adventure for a while.
Curious?
You can find all the details, photos, terms and conditions, and the rental price calculator at:
We look forward to hearing where you’d like to travel with Ellie.
Ellie & You – your journey. your home.
