This 1991 Mercedes Benz G-Wagen 300GE with 40,217 km was inspected for a client in November 2019.
Auction grade 4 B.
On inspection we found the paint and interior condition to be very good for age, with a few minor faults as pictured. Non smoker. Engine and transmission were fine.
However, the main issue was the rust which was unfortunately very extensive throughout the body and engine bay. Painted over underneath and flaking off. It was on this basis that we excluded the vehicle from further consideration – simply too rusty.
Auction report noted:
Sales point: Bought from individual owner
Report:
Radiator lamp is on
Scratches on the steering wheel
Panel around the meter faded
Roof lining dirty
Rust / paint underneath
Rust in the engine bay
Scratches on the alloy wheels / door mirror
Scratches / dents on the body
Passed in, unsold. Last bid was at the equivalent of about 1.665 million Yen FOB, or approx. $29,500 complied, plus on road costs.
At the time of auction, 1991 to 1995 Mercedes Benz G-Wagen 300GE prices were generally on the rise as collector cars, with decent examples selling for between $30,000 to $55,000 complied, plus tyres and on road costs in Australia (@ 74 Yen to the dollar) under the 25 Year Rule. Price being mainly affected by km, past accident history and condition.
Prices are constantly changing as vehicles age and new models are released, so feel free to get in touch with us for a current market price on the specification you want.
We only source the best vehicles with clean and tidy interiors, and only vehicles we would be pleased to own ourselves. This is why we are constantly told by clients that the vehicles we source are well above the condition of most others on the local market.
The pictures are typical of the information we provide prior to auction for each vehicle of interest, with any faults shown so you can clearly see the condition before we discuss whether to bid, and your budget.
Whether you’re looking for a 1991 Mercedes Benz G-Wagen 300GE like this, or another year, make or model, we can find it for you in nice condition and at the best possible price.
It is vital when sourcing your vehicle to use an agent that takes the time to physically check each vehicle and looks beyond the auction pictures and report to confirm condition. Some vehicles may have an unpleasant smoke or other odour, rust underneath, or other faults which are impossible to know without inspection.
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