1992 Mercedes-Benz G-Class

1992 MERCEDES-BENZ G-CLASS 250 GD WOLF TURBO V5 (DIESEL) FULLY ROTISSERIE RESTORATION BY: EXPEDITION MOTOR Co. (EMC) Restoration & Highlights Ground-up Full Re-Build: Over 2,300 manhours of frameoff restoration stripped to bare metal, mediablasted, epoxy primed, and powder coated (expeditionmotorcompany.com) Mechanical Refresh: Unlike other less-desirable Expedition Motor Co. builds, this example is fully loaded. The heart is the OM605a turbodiesel inline5 cylinder (~250 horsepower with the turbo intercooler with skid plate ). Making this the more powerful and practical of the Expedition Motor Co. as it is also mated to an automatic transmission. Complete fuel, brake, and cooling system overhaul; precision rebuilt engine and transmission; custom suspension and upgraded brakes (mercedes-world.com) Modern Extras: Modern amenities were FULLY optioned via Expedition Motor Co. bespoke builds (e.g. wireless Apple CarPlay, Vintage Air Upgrade Air Conditioning, Touch Screen infotainment, Infinity by Harman Audio with Subwoofer, Back-Up camera under Rear Jerry Can, and Heated Front and Rear Seats, Warn remote controlled synthetic Winch, & Full LED replacement lighting inside and out) Powertrain & Running Gear Engine: The more desirable, OM605a turbodiesel 2.5-liter inline5 renowned for its longevity and reliability (expeditionmotorcompany.com) (estimated ~250 horsepower, ~ 300lb-ft of torque Transmission: 5speed automatic (Mercedes 722.6) mated for smooth cruising Platform: Bodyonframe rugged military W461 chassis, complete with fulltime 4WD, lowrange transfer case, and locking diffs (en.wikipedia.org) Exterior Color: Mojave Silver Metallic a stunning shade inspired by its military desert roots (mercedes-world.com) Body Style: Two door convertible G Wagen with removable bikini and full soft tops included, Foldable Front Windscreen (originally for a Machine Gun to fire through the front). Convertible configuration unique to the shortwheelbase Wolf (W461) military variant (expeditionmotorcompany.com, reddit.com) Interior Upholstery: Weatherproof Chestnut durable yet luxurious for both adventures and daily driving Underneath the custom Expedition Motor Co. honeycomb style floor mats is a beautiful open-pore wood paneling Utility & Off-Road Capability Transfercase: Multimode (4) drive setting for 2 wheel driver vs. 4 wheel drive. Differential Locks: Front and Rear differential lockers via plunger pulls. Modern & Safe Winch: Never used, this heavy duty winch is remote controlled via synthetic cable making it safe versus the outdated metal cable versions. Snorkel: Functional for wading and properly rear facing so it doesnt become a water scoop. GVWR: 6,504lbs Section179 eligible for business tax deduction G =Gelandewagen, Mercedess designation for their G-Class off-road/utility vehicles D =Diesel, indicating the vehicle is powered by a diesel engine 250 denotes: approximate engine displacement (2.5L / 2,497cc) Why It Stands Out Heavily Optioned: This build put simply - DOES NOT compare to others in terms of quality or features. Iconic Heritage: These Wolf GWagens were military workhorses built by Mercedes/DaimlerPuch for NATO in the early 90s. This example likely came from NATO forces in: Germany, United States or Canada (expeditionmotorcompany.com, expeditionmotorcompany.com, en.wikipedia.org). Rare Convertible Form: This two-door, fold-down windshield convertible is a niche variantprized among collectors and offroad enthusiasts (reddit.com) Balanced Character: Seamlessly blends oldschool, go anywhere toughness with luxurious finishes and modern drivability. The cool factor provides a unique offering when compared to: Vintage Broncos, Land Rover Defender D90 and others.