Mercedes-Benz 280 GE LWB (W460) – 1985

Mercedes-Benz 280 GE LWB (W460) - 1985

Chassis no. WDB46023317039021
French collector's registration

French historic registration title
"The best color combination for this authentic second hand!

"The best color combination for this authentic second hand!"

A highly desirable example of the iconic Mercedes G-Class
(for Geländewagen, German for off-road), here in a first-generation
first-generation version (W460)| a highly sought-after model,
especially the 6-cylinder petrol version and the long chassis.
This 280 GE was sold new in Costa Rica, where its current owner,
acquired it first-hand over 10 years ago, and imported it on his
imported it on his return to France four years ago, at which point it was
registered it as a collector's item.
The vehicle is in very good original condition (original paintwork,
interior, particularly the seats, chassis and underframes
underpinnings), as well as a highly desirable configuration: long
desirable configuration: long chassis, 7-seater, 6-cylinder petrol engine
double overhead camshaft, 170 hp, Agave Green bodywork
Agave green bodywork with light-brown leatherette interior in MB-Tex,
air conditioning (functional), aluminum wheels (original option)
wideners, etc.
This Mercedes has benefited from 10 years of meticulous maintenance and
meticulous care and attention, with a complete overhaul of the engine and
injection system, transfer case, springs, etc,
etc. Please note that the front and rear differential locks
(period options) are not functional.
A rare opportunity to own an iconic and indestructible G-Wagen
in its most sought-after version and most elegant configuration
in rare original condition, with a known history from the very beginning.
from the outset: lovers of adventure, wide open spaces and the
Paris-Dakar of yesteryear, it's time to raise your hand!

A highly desirable example of the iconic Mercedes G-Class (for
Geländewagen, German for off-roader), here in a first-generation
version (W460)| a much sought-after model, particularly in the
6-cylinder petrol version and in the long wheel base chassis.
This 280 GE was sold new in Costa Rica, where the current owner,
a Frenchman, bought it first-hand more than 10 years ago| he
imported it on his return to mainland France four years ago, at
which point he registered it as a collector's item.
The vehicle is in very good original condition (original paintwork,
interior refurbished, particularly the seats, very sound chassis and
underpinnings), as well as having a highly desirable configuration:
long wheel base chassis, 7-seater, 170 hp DOHC 6-cylinder
petrol engine, Agave Green bodywork with light brown MB-Tex
leatherette interior, air conditioning (functional), aluminium wheels
(original option) and wideners, etc.
This Mercedes has been meticulously maintained and serviced
over the last 10 years, with a complete overhaul of the engine
and fuel injection, new transfer case, springs, etc. Please note
that the front and rear differential locks (period options) are not
functional.
A rare opportunity to own an iconic and enduring G-Wagen in
its most sought-after version and most elegant configuration, in
rare original condition with a history known from the begining:
lovers of adventure, wide open spaces and the Paris-Dakar of
yesteryear, it's time to bid!