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1999 Mercedes-Benz G 500 Classic Cabriolet

Lot 158 | The Amelia Auction 2025 Friday, 07 March 2025

Estimate: $250,000 - $300,000

1999 Mercedes-Benz G 500 Classic Cabriolet

Lot 158 | The Amelia Auction 2025 Friday, 07 March 2025

Estimate: $250,000 - $300,000
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  • An incredibly rare Classic Cabriolet
  • Recipient of a recent service at Mercedes-Benz of Beverly Hills in January 2025
  • Offered with just over 48,000 kilometers or 30,000 miles at the time of cataloging
  • Finished in Almandine Black Metallic with two-tone smooth Black and Purple Nappa leather
  • Powered by a 5.0-liter “M113” V8 mated to a five-speed automatic transmission

Chassis No. WDB4632061X118986

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class traces its roots back to the early 1970s, influenced by the Shah of Iran, a key Daimler-Benz shareholder who advocated for a durable off-road vehicle. This vision laid the foundation for the now-iconic G-Class. By 1990, the introduction of the W463 model marked a turning point, blending rugged utility with luxury to redefine high-end off-road vehicles. In the late 1990s, Mercedes-Benz expanded the lineup with the G 500 Cabriolet and, in 1999, introduced the limited-edition "Classic" model to celebrate the G-Wagen's 20th anniversary. This exclusive variant featured Almandine Black Metallic paint, heated two-tone Black and Purple Nappa leather, and 18-inch alloy wheels. With body-colored bumpers, illuminated sill covers, and walnut interior accents, the G 500 Classic elegantly fused the G-Wagen's signature toughness with refined sophistication.

It is reported that while 500 Classic editions were produced, a mere dozen of them were Cabriolet versions, solidifying the Classic Cabriolet as one of the rarest G-Class Cabrio models ever manufactured. Reported to have been sparingly used by a single owner from new in Germany. The car benefits from 16,000€ in maintenance rendered in 2024 by Mercedes-Benz of Munich, Germany, where the car received servicing to the fuel system, transmission, brakes, and air conditioning, along with an exhaust system replacement and an engine oil change. In 2024, the rare G 500 was imported to the United States fitted with upgraded five-spoke 18-inch AMG light-alloy wheels. Since arriving in the United States, it received a service at Mercedes-Benz of Beverly Hills in January 2025 in preparation for sale.

From its inception as a highly capable off-roader, to its evolution into a symbol of luxury and durability, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has reveled in its iconic status over the decades. Mercedes-Benz never officially offered the G-Glass Cabriolet in the United States, and as a result, these highly sought after models remain a scarcity Stateside. Forbidden fruit so long, the irresistibly tempting G 500 Classic Cabriolet with just over 48,000 km at the time of cataloging is now well within reach.

Blake Wingrove
Car Specialist