2006 Mercedes Paradise Independence Motorhome - Silver - 121,378km - Dual Slide-Outs, Generator, Washing Machine

2006 Mercedes-Benz Paradise Independence motorhome. 5-cylinder 2.7L turbo diesel. Automatic. Rear wheel drive. Approx. 121,378km. 3 seats. Silver with purple and blue graphics. Current inspection and gas certificate supplied.



Description

This is a Paradise Independence, built by Paradise Motor Homes, one of Australia's most respected motorhome manufacturers based in Queensland. The Independence is Paradise's flagship large motorhome, designed for extended touring or permanent travel, and this example showcases why the brand has built such a strong reputation over 20+ years. Built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 416 CDI chassis with the robust 2.7-litre 5-cylinder turbo diesel engine and automatic transmission, this is a proven touring platform with a reputation for reliability and longevity. The dual rear axle configuration provides stability under load. At 121,378 kilometres, this motorhome has averaged just 6,743 kilometres per year since new, making it genuinely low mileage for an 18-year-old vehicle. The odometer reading is verified in the photos. Current inspection and gas certificates provide immediate peace of mind.



The standout feature is the dual slide-out configuration. When parked, both the kitchen and bedroom slide-outs extend to create genuinely spacious living quarters. This transforms the motorhome from a touring vehicle into a proper apartment on wheels. The kitchen slide-out houses a comprehensive galley with a Stoves dual oven and grill, 4-burner gas cooktop with glass splashback lid, Dometic rangehood, round stainless steel sink with integrated drainer, dark charcoal laminate benchtops with solid timber edging, and an NEC microwave. A full-height stainless steel two-door refrigerator and freezer sits adjacent. The bedroom slide-out contains a large bed, bedside cabinets with drawers, overhead storage, and a wall-mounted flat-screen TV on an articulating bracket. The bathroom is a separate enclosed room (not a wet bath) with a white vessel basin on a dark countertop, chrome fixtures, large mirror, Thetford cassette toilet, and a separate shower cubicle with sliding door. The interior throughout is finished in light maple timber cabinetry, dark stone-look benchtops, and tan leather upholstery on the swivelling cab captain's chairs and dinette seating. Timber-look laminate flooring runs throughout. The build quality is evident in every detail.



The systems and equipment elevate this beyond a basic motorhome. An Onan MicroQuiet 3600 generator (3.6kW) provides off-grid power generation, with an Onan Energy Command 30 control panel for easy operation. The house electrical system features dual AGM batteries monitored by a Victron Energy BMV-600S battery monitor (reading 12.65V at time of photography), a power inverter for 240V AC from the 12V DC battery bank, and a comprehensive 12V DC distribution panel with labelled circuit breakers for lights, fridge, water pump, and slide-outs. Solar panels are installed on the roof for battery charging. Climate control is managed by a Truma Aventa roof-mounted air conditioning unit with iNet smart control capability, supplemented by dual ceiling-mounted oscillating fans in the bedroom. A Lemair XQBM20-C compact 2.0kg top-loading washing machine is fitted in a pull-out drawer beneath the bathroom vanity, a rare and highly practical feature for extended touring. The cab is well-appointed with air conditioning, cruise control, satellite navigation (Master GPS unit), Pioneer aftermarket stereo, UHF/CB radio with handset, leather seating, power windows, and central locking. A bullbar and towbar are fitted. The motorhome sits on Toyo NanoEnergy tyres with chrome hub covers on the front wheels. Basement pass-through storage provides substantial cargo capacity, accessed via multiple external compartments with locking latches. An electric awning, powered TV antenna, and centralized locking are controlled via dedicated switch panels inside. Owner's manual and log books are included. The personalised owner name decals (Villa Costalotta and Graham and Lorraine) can be removed if the buyer prefers.



Features

* 5-cylinder 2.7L turbo diesel engine (Mercedes OM647 CDI)

* Automatic transmission

* Rear wheel drive

* Approx. 121,378km on odometer (verified in photos)

* Paradise Motor Homes manufacturer (Queensland Transport Modification Plate dated 10.7.2006, Serial No. 367545)

* Dual slide-out configuration (kitchen slide-out and bedroom slide-out)

* Onan MicroQuiet 3600 generator (3.6kW) with Energy Command 30 control panel

* Solar panels installed on roof

* Dual AGM house batteries with Victron Energy BMV-600S battery monitor

* Power inverter for 240V AC from 12V DC battery bank

* Truma Aventa roof-mounted air conditioning (iNet smart control ready)

* Dual ceiling-mounted oscillating fans (bedroom area)

* Lemair XQBM20-C compact washing machine (2.0kg top-loader in pull-out drawer)

* Stoves dual oven and grill with 4-burner gas cooktop

* Glass cooktop lid (doubles as splashback)

* Dometic rangehood with LED lighting

* NEC microwave oven

* Round stainless steel sink with integrated drainer and chrome mixer tap

* Full-height stainless steel two-door refrigerator and freezer

* Bathroom with separate shower cubicle (not a wet bath)

* White ceramic vessel basin with chrome gooseneck tap

* Thetford cassette toilet

* Light maple timber cabinetry throughout

* Dark charcoal laminate benchtops with solid timber edging

* Timber-look laminate flooring

* Tan leather swivelling captain's chairs (cab seats)

* Tan leather dinette seating

* Wall-mounted flat-screen TV on articulating bracket (bedroom)

* SatKing digital satellite receiver (VAST certified for free-to-air Australian satellite TV)

* Pioneer speakers (aftermarket audio upgrade)

* Air conditioning and cruise control (cab)

* Satellite navigation (Master GPS unit)

* Pioneer aftermarket stereo head unit

* UHF/CB radio with handset

* Leather seating in cab

* Power windows and central locking

* Electric exterior mirrors

* Bullbar and towbar fitted

* Electric awning with IN/OUT switch control

* Powered TV antenna (retractable with UP/DOWN switch control)

* Centralized locking (LOCK/UNLOCK switch control)

* Comprehensive 12V DC circuit breaker panel (lights, fridge, water pump, slide-outs)

* Basement pass-through storage with multiple external access compartments

* External 240V shore power inlet (15-amp)

* LPG gas bottle storage (underbody compartment)

* Truma gas hot water system with external vent cover

* Rear-mounted spare wheel with colour-matched cover

* Toyo NanoEnergy tyres with chrome hub covers (front wheels)

* Tow hitch receiver (2-inch/50mm square receiver type)

* Fire extinguisher and first aid kit mounted (compliant with Australian road safety requirements)

* Owner's manual and log books included

* Current inspection and gas certificate supplied

* Full set of keys with remote fobs



Specifications

Year: 2006

Make/Model: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 416 CDI / Paradise Independence Motorhome

Engine: 2.7L 5-cylinder turbo diesel (Mercedes OM647 CDI)

Transmission: Automatic

Drive: Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Odometer: Approx. 121,378km

Colour: Silver with purple and blue graphics

Seats: 3

GVM: 5,990kg (per Queensland Transport Modification Plate)

Builder: Paradise Motor Homes (Serial No. 367545, modification date 10.7.2006)

VIN: WDB9056132R778269

If you have any questions relating to this vehicle, or if you would like to arrange a physical or virtual inspection, please contact Matt directly on 0461 481 639

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Location of item: 69 Manchester Road, Carrara, QLD, Australia

This item is being offered PICK UP ONLY. Local collection is available, if shipping is required, bidders are encouraged to organise their own freight.

** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **

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