1991 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon-Sold!

If you don't like people staring at you then this is not the vehicle for you.

Being in the automotive industry I have had the opportunity do drive many expensive and unique vehicles. This G-Wagon has been my personal vehicle. Due to a growing family we have decided to get something bigger.

I told my wife that once we had made the decision to sell the G-Wagon I immediately almost felt like there was going to be a death in the family. We love it.

You have to get use to people putting their thumbs up when you drive by; people saying nice Jeep (Gulp, swallow your tongue); People just smiling when they see you drive by, people asking you what is it?; meeting lots of new people who come up to you talk to you about your G-Wagon.

But one thing you will probably never get use to is the awesome experience of having the privilege of getting behind the wheel of such a world class driving machine.

Just Installed 4 Brand New Bridgestone Winter Dueler DM-Z2 with Uni-T 30" X 9.5" LT- 15 ($1,200.00)

These tires are incredible. At only 241mm wide these tires drive on ice like they are glued to the road.

Remember that the narrower the tire the better it handles and stops in winter driving conditions. The higher the weight on the narrowest contact area with the road equals the best winter traction.

With perfect 50/50 weight distribution and 1250 lbs on each tire you truly have the ultimate winter and off-road driving machine!

This is one RARE Mercedes. When was the last time you saw one not counting at the Mercedes Dealership? Treat yourself to the greatest Luxury Full-Time AWD 4X4 of all time. Most people would be hard pressed to know the difference between this one and a 2007 model which is up to $156,000.00!

G-Wagons are only going to become more of a collector's item now that most Mercedes Dealerships like Lone Star will no longer be carrying G-Wagons in inventory, it is now a special order item only!

The G-Wagen was never sold in Canada or the U.S. from late 1986-1993. From 1994-2001 it was available for limited sale in the U.S. and did not become available through Mercedes-Benz Dealers in North America until 2003.

This is a W463 Series. Do not confuse this G-Wagen with the previous generation W460 that was sold from 1979-1992. If it is a 230G or a 280GE then it is a W460; the old model. The best way to confirm which model you are looking at is to check the VIN.

A W460 has a different body and bumpers as well as a much older looking interior. Probably the biggest difference is that the W460 does not have permanent ALL-WHEEL-DRIVE. The W460 also does not have 3 locking differentials and has a lot less power.

When Mercedes came out with the W463 it was a completely new G-Wagen with significant upgrades and improvements which is why it is still basically the same today, 17 years later in 2007.

Remember that both the W460 and the W463 overlapped during the years 1990-1992 so during these years you could buy either one brand new! (Just not in North America)

Just completed over $5,200.00 for Parts and Service!

About the 1991 300GE

• This body was new for 1990 which is the same as the new 2007 models sold today!
• G-Wagen. This stands for Geländewagen (or Cross-Country Vehicle)
• The G-Wagen was a joint Steyr-Daimler-Puch development and are assembled by Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria.
• Hand built in Graz, Austria at an annual production rate of 4,000 to 6,000 units per year.
• Mercedes-Benz did not start selling them in North America until 2002
• The 300 GE had been the flagship of the first W463-generation
• With its 170 hp 6-cylinder-engine, it was the most powerful serial-G that had been build until that time.
• The engine had been taken from the W124-limousine where it had 180 hp
• Mercedes officials and experts claim they can be good for well in excess of 300k miles (over 500,000 Kilometers)
• Can climb gradients up to 80% and tilt up to 54%
• Fording Depth is 19 inches
• Full-Time 4WD System
• Switchable High and Low Range
• 63 armies around the world rely on the G
• The British Armed Forces are considering replacing it’s current fleet of 10,000 Land Rovers with the mighty G
• The only SUV in the North American market with 3 separate locking differentials- (Front, Center and Rear)
• 4-Wheel ABS
• Over 12,000 military/commercial vehicles have been delivered in over 50 versions, ranging from ambulance vehicles to armored vehicles used by the German Special Forces
• A total of 1,159 vehicles have been ordered by the Canadian Army beginning in late 2003
• An armored kit can be fitted (or removed) in 8 hours by 3 soldiers
• The rugged construction of the G-Class and the armor kit have been credited with saving the lives of a number of Canadians during their use in Afghanistan
• Tow Rating of 5776 Pounds (2620 Kilograms)

Famous Owners

• Nicole Richie - daughter of Lionel Richie
• Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston - owned a G-Wagen during their marriage
• Captain James Van Thach - The owner of four Gwagens and his convertible was featured on a U.S. Army campaign for Marco Benz the great great grandson of Karl Benz when he enlisted in the United States Army
• Arnold Schwarzenegger owns 2

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Features and Options on this 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300GE

• Air Conditioning
• Power Windows
• Power Brakes
• Power Steering
• Fog Lights Integrated in Front and Rear Bumpers
• Rear Defrost
• Rear Wiper & Washer
• Dash Adjustable Headlight Aiming
• 15" Alloy Wheels
• Full-Time 4WD
• 3 locking differentials-(Center, Rear & Front)
• Hi and Low 4WD
• Tinted Windows
• 4 Speakers
• Rear Mounted Spare Tire
• 5 Passenger
• Interior Wood Grain Inserts
• Rigid Axles with Coil Spring Suspension in the Front and Rear
• Fully Enclosed Front Axle, Protects Joints and Bearings
• Central Locking System
• Factory Trailer Hitch and Wiring Connector
• Driver Adjustable Headlight Aiming
• 8 tires (4 All-Terrain Michelin 75% tread, 4 New Bridgestone Ice Radials)

Maintenance History

• We found a total of 13 oil change stickers under the hood and on the inside of the gas flap. It appears as though this vehicle was very well maintained for a 4WD. In the last year we have not seen another G-Wagen of this quality (Which is why we bought it and have not any others). Many of these are truly beat up; not the case here with a grade 4 exterior and a "B" interior.
• Last Japanese Shaken Test Passed May 2003
• New Behr Radiator in July 2005

Current Maintenance

• Just Completed Alberta Out of Province Inspection
• Just Replaced Both Rear Axle Seals and Bearings
• Just Replaced Both Rear Wheel Cylinders
• Brand New Interstate Battery
• Just completed Major Tune-Up
  • Spark Plugs
  • Distributor Cap
  • Distributor Rotor
  • Air Cleaner
  • Fuel System Flush including removing and cleaning Fuel Tank
  • Oil Change
  • Transmission Flush, Fill and Filter Change
  • Replaced Front, Center and Rear Transfer Case Gear Oil
  • Amsoil was used for all Fluid Changes
  • Magnecor Racing Spark Plug Wires
• Just completed over $5,200.00 for Parts and Service!

I have attained a Data Card copy of this car. It shows the following option codes:

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