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Peterbilt · Custom Truck

1985 Peterbilt 359 Mini Semi

For sale Stock no. 250943085 · South Carolina

Vehicle price · 28% off · USD$124,847.28Previously $173,399 · Save $48,551.72View reservation & deposit →

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28% lower listed vehicle prices30% reservation deposit7 days · no trial rental chargeDelivery & title support
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  3. 03 · Delivered for your trial

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VEHICLE INFORMATION

Vehicle information

Make
Peterbilt
Model
359
VIN
T0MBILT8201985001
Lot Number
250943085
Condition
Used
Odometer
8,809 miles (Exempt / TMU)
Engine
636ci V8 Turbo-Diesel
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color
White
Interior Color
Blue
Vehicle Location
South Carolina

THE DETAILS

About this vehicle

This 1985 Peterbilt 359 Replica Mini Semi is a one-of-one, hand-crafted masterpiece — not a Peterbilt, but a Betterbilt, built by Tom Dell in Pittsfield, Illinois for Leisure Investment Co. of Hayward, California. Constructed entirely from steel as an exact ¾-scale replica of a full-size Class 8 semi truck, it represents over 10,000 hours of labor and three years of meticulous fabrication. 5 million today), this fully operational custom truck stands as a singular piece of American craftsmanship and mechanical art. Having remained in an exclusive private collection, it shows only 5,000 miles since completion and retains its original untouched condition, appearing as if it were freshly finished yesterday.

SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

  • 1985 Better Built 359 Replica Mini Semi Truck w/ Matching Trailer
  • Caterpillar 3208 636ci V8 Turbo-Diesel
  • Fuller Road Ranger 10-Speed Manual w/ Overdrive
  • RWD
  • White Exterior
  • Blue Interior
  • Hand Built by Tom Dell In Pittsfield, Illinois
  • All-Steel, ¾ Scale of Full-Size Semi
  • Sleeper Configuration Cab
  • Air Seats, Air Windows, Air Horn, Air Brakes
  • Dual Drive Rear End w/ Power Divider
  • Matching Feather-Lite Enclosed Car Trailer

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