2000 Mercedes-Benz G500 - 29,247 Miles

Highlights

• In current family ownership from new
• Personally imported from Japan in 2018
• The vendor reports the vehicle has never been driven on salted roads
• Professionally dry stored in the UK
• Accompanied by the original service booklet and dealer-issued document pack

The Appeal

The W463 G-Class remains one of the most recognisable vehicles Mercedes-Benz has produced. In G500 guise, the long-wheelbase body is powered by the M113 V8, a unit well regarded for its reliability.

This example was originally delivered new in Japan in February 2000 and has been in the care of the family since then, having been personally imported to the UK. In Japan, the vehicle was kept in underground secure parking, and studless snow tyres and chains were used rather than road salting.

Since arriving in the UK, it has only been driven during the summer months and has been kept as a very occasional use vehicle by an owner who had intended to retain it indefinitely. The vendor states that the overall condition is very good, with particular emphasis on the underbody.

Finished in Brilliant Silver Metallic over black leather with burred walnut veneer trim, it was specified from the factory with the Exclusive package. The vendor states the overall condition is very good, with particular emphasis on the underbody. It comes with the original service booklet documenting entries from 4,229 km in 2002 through to 43,000 km in 2017, along with the dealer-issued document pack and dealer stamps verifying the mileage. It is only being offered for sale due to the owner's international relocation.

Key Information

• Mileage: 29,247 miles, supported by service booklet entries and UK MOT history
• Country of registration: UK, imported from Japan
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until October 2027
• Technical specs: 5.0-litre naturally-aspirated M113 V8 producing 296 hp and 456 Nm (336 lb-ft), five-speed automatic transmission (5G-Tronic), permanent all-wheel drive
• Paperwork: Original service booklet, dealer-issued document pack, main dealer and independent service records

The Detail

• Factory-fitted electric sliding/lifting sunroof
• Heated front seats and heated rear bench seat
• Chrome radiator grille
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Minor dent visible on the rear spare wheel carrier
• Rear side-facing bench seats on both sides
• CD changer and MB Audio 30 RDS radio
• Leather steering wheel and selector lever in burl wood design
• Luggage nets at backrests of front seats
• The vendor states the underbody presents well
• Only 1,500 miles covered in the last four years
• Currently declared SORN

BEFORE YOU BUY
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.
✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection
or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it's worth checking beforehand. It is the bidders responsibility to confirm import eligibility prior to purchase.
✓ Unless stated otherwise, you must assume that any cherished, personalised, or heritage vehicle registration is not included in the sale of a vehicle.

BEFORE YOU BUY

This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:

✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..

✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.

✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.

✓ VAT is included in the buyer's fee. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.

✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.

✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.

✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection

or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it's worth checking beforehand. It is the bidders responsibility to confirm import eligibility prior to purchase.

✓ Unless stated otherwise, you must assume that any cherished, personalised, or heritage vehicle registration is not included in the sale of a vehicle.