Before the Hummer H1 became a popular choice for those wanting a civilian model of the legendary military machine, the original Humvees found their way into the hands of private users after service. This particular example of a 1985 American General Humvee is an M1035 configuration and would originally have served as a mini-ambulance capable of transporting two patients. Now retired from active service, this Humvee has been kitted out to offer a more luxurious and less utilitarian experience to the next owner. It features the mechanical attributes that make the Humvee one of the most successful military vehicles in existence, but it has also been adorned with new seats, a custom sound system, and improved electricals, making it ideal for regular on-road use.

Exterior and Interior

Decked in black, this 1985 American General Humvee M1035 features a four-door body shell with a helpful utility bed at the rear. This Humvee sits on aftermarket Ion Alloy alloy wheels that feature a black midsection and chrome outer and center caps. The wheels are wrapped in 37-inch Federal Couragia mud terrain run-flat tires. Inside, where you’d normally find fairly rudimentary military-spec seating, you’ll find custom Hummer H1-badged seats trimmed in leather for the front and rear. This valuable addition makes this Humvee more usable on a daily basis, injecting added comfort and luxury into what is naturally a spartan interior. Up front, you’ll also find a customized sound system, with the center console home to several speakers that should provide ample volume when the sound of the 6.2-liter diesel V8 is not enough.

Engine

This 1985 American General Humvee features a 6.2-liter diesel V8 powerplant known as the General Motors Detroit Diesel. This engine puts out 190 hp at 3,400 rpm and 380 lb-ft of torque from as low as 1,700 rpm. Power is sent to all four wheels via a three-speed automatic transmission.