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A Dutch couple known as De Rugzakkies canceled their world tour due to the COVID-19 pandemic and instead bought a 1983 Mercedes 508D fire truck to convert into a camper. The project involves multiple stages, from purchase and planning to furniture installation, and will be documented in a series.
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A Dutch couple known as De Rugzakkies canceled their world tour due to the COVID-19 pandemic and instead bought a 1983 Mercedes 508D fire truck to con...
A Dutch couple known as De Rugzakkies canceled their world tour due to the COVID-19 pandemic and instead bought a 1983 Mercedes 508D fire truck to convert into a camper. The project involves multiple stages, from purchase and planning to furniture installation, and will be documented in a series.
Updated: 11.07.2026
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