Description

Chassis No. WDB4632721X219585

The Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG 6X6 was sold as the car for those ready to declare automotive independence with “the most spectacular cross-country vehicle of all time.” This vehicle combines the vastly different worlds of the AMG brand with 30 years of proven off-road capabilities from the Geländewagen in both civilian and military applications to create a truly unparalleled offering by any other manufacturer. The first-class level of interior luxury appointments cocoons the occupants from the rigors of extreme off-road situations that can cope with any terrain or weather along the way. Upon returning to the pavement, the AMG power creates a versatile machine capable of blistering performance figures.

The sheer magnitude and presence of the vehicle are staggering; over seven feet tall, nearly seven feet wide, and 20 feet long — over 3½ feet longer than a standard G-Class. Housed within those parameters are six wheels that are mounted to three separate axles. Add in the lavish seating for four in individually adjustable bucket seats. It is no surprise that it hits the scales weighing a staggering 9,050 pounds.

Proven with the military modular system, this vehicle marks the first civilian passenger car by Mercedes that features a newly developed portal axle design. This system moves the axle centerline higher than in traditional applications, increasing the ground clearance by nearly half a meter. All six wheels can be locked via a total of five separate locking units, providing a 30:40:30 power split. Each of these three axles features independent suspension, allowing for an autonomous operation that makes for the best possible surface contact, even during the most challenging of topographical conditions. This is aided by the two rear axles being only 1100 mm apart and working in conjunction with the Öhlins bypass shock absorbers.

An onboard tire inflation system is available to easily vary tire pressures without ever having to leave the cabin. This system allows for the pressures to be varied between the front and two rear axles with just a touch of a button. Aided by beadlock tires, this innovative system utilizes a high-capacity air pump along with four 20 liter air tanks to refill the tires from just 0.5 bar in the sand to the recommended 1.8 for road use in approximately 20 seconds, compared to nearly 10 minutes in more conventional systems.

All of these off-roading capabilities are superb attributes to have in a vehicle, but as a Mercedes G-Class, the G63 AMG 6X6 truly excels in its luxury features as well. Astounding passenger amenities include the Harman Kardon stereo integrated through the Mercedes COMAND system with built-in navigation, and dual-zone climate control for four-place seating. Each occupant has their own electrically adjustable bucket seat with controls for both heating and cooling. With all of these luxury off-road capabilities coming in over a hefty four and a half tons, the experts at AMG knew just the right engine to power it — the 5.5-liter “M157” biturbo V8. In stock form, this engine produces 536 horsepower, which is capable of rocketing this brute to sixty miles per hour in just 7.8 seconds.

This particular G 63 AMG 6X6 was ordered new in Germany in Designo Bright Mystic White II with a Designo Light Brown leather interior. Following the initial delivery, the vehicle was taken to BRABUS of Bottrop, Germany for modifications to B63S–700 specification. Work by BRABUS included installing a custom-designed ECU, larger turbochargers, new intake air pipes with gold heat shielding, an additional air-to-water intercooler, high-performance catalytic converters with 75 mm, lower-resistance stainless steel downpipes, and butterfly valves to route the exhaust through the side pipes when desired. This work increased horsepower by 23 percent for a total of 700. Additional vents have been added to the hood and the tops of the fenders to aid in keeping this potent V8 running cool.

BRABUS did more than just modify the engine. The interior was refinished in black and white BRABUS fine leather with a hex-grid pattern created by contrasting stitching. This leather covers the seats and is extended onto the door panels. The black leather headrests prominently display the vehicle's unique attributes with stitching reading “BRABUS 700.” Continuing the white and black theme is white carbon fiber trim used throughout the interior and a black Alcantara headliner. The wheels were upgraded with black and red Hutchinson beadlock wheels with BRABUS center caps currently shod with 37 by 13.5-inch Nitto Ridge Grappler tires. The exterior of the car also received additional LED lighting, BRABUS badging on the rear, in addition to a red G700 badge in the grill, and a “B” in place of the Mercedes logo throughout the car.

Following the completion of the work at BRABUS, the 6X6 was imported into the United States under Show and Display. A sticker has been affixed in the engine compartment showing that this car has been modified to meet the EPA emission standards in September 2014 by G&K Automotive Conversion of Santa Ana, California. The vehicle is accompanied by its importation documents and a letter from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) confirming that its request to be in the United States under the Show or Display Rule was granted. In September 2021, the tires, front brake pads, and one of the drive shafts were changed. More recently, this 6X6 was serviced by Three Point Motors of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, where a “Service A” was performed, and a fuel line was replaced. Today, the odometer displays just over 10,000 miles at the time of cataloging. With just over 100 6X6s being produced, the added exclusivity of the BRABUS upgrades only adds to the appeal of “the most spectacular cross-country vehicle of all time.”

Addendum & Administrative Notes

*To any potential buyer of this car, please take note that the vehicle is in the United States under an approved “show or display” exemption. Transfer of ownership must be approved by NHTSA before the title or vehicle changes hands. The buyer must also apply for a new “show or display” approval from NHTSA and provide current photos of the car. Potential buyers should be aware that the vehicle is limited to 2,500 miles per year and must be made available for inspection by NHTSA until it is not less than 25 years old.

Due to California emissions laws, please note that this vehicle may only be sold to an out-of-state resident for use outside of California or to a licensed automotive dealer.