Our Stock Mercedes-Benz 500 GE V8

Brand Mercedes-Benz
Model 500 GE V8
Mileage 67,000km
Year 1993

The Dawn of a Myth, Following the V12. The 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500 GE.

Mercedes-Benz 500 GE V8 1993 – Limited Production Model

• Ultra-rare limited production model – only 446 units produced worldwide (1993–1994)
• First-ever V8-powered G-Class – marking a major turning point in G-Class history
• Developed with involvement from AMG, featuring a 5.0L V8 (M117)
• Output: 243 PS / 375 Nm
• 0–100 km/h: 11.4 sec / Top speed: 180 km/h (exceptional performance for an off-roader of its era)
• Based on W463 platform – long wheelbase only configuration
• Mileage: 67,000 km

Key Historical Significance
• Represents the transition of G-Class from military utility vehicle to luxury SUV
• Predecessor to modern high-performance G-Class models (e.g. G500 / AMG variants)
• Established the concept of “luxury off-roader” that defines today’s G-Class lineup
• Limited production due to engine packaging constraints (M117 vs newer M119)

Interior & Equipment
• Black leather interior with contrasting grey trim
• Walnut wood veneer accents (center console / door trims / selectors)
• Equipped with luxury features uncommon for early 90s SUVs:
– Automatic transmission
– Air conditioning
– Cruise control
– Sunroof
– Heated seats
Collectability & Market Value
• One of the rarest G-Class models ever produced
• Recognized as a historic vehicle in Germany (eligible for “H” historic registration)
• Strong collector demand due to:
– First V8 G-Class
– Low production (446 units)
– AMG-related development background

• Frequently traded at high values in auctions and private collector markets

Summary
• Not just a rare G-Class, but a milestone model in Mercedes-Benz history
• Combines historical importance, low production, and early AMG influence
• Highly desirable for collectors seeking iconic, investment-grade SUVs

Interior

The Pinnacle of the ’90s: A Sanctuary of Walnut and Leather.

Inside the cockpit, meticulously selected black leather creates a sophisticated contrast with the elegant grey trim. The walnut wood veneers, extending from the center console to the door trims, exude a level of refinement rivaling modern luxury sedans. Equipped with a sunroof, cruise control, and heated seats—features that were extraordinarily rare for an off-roader of the early ’90s—this cabin serves as a testament to the exact moment the G-Class first embraced true opulence.

Drive

Silent Power Rivaling a V12: The Majesty of the First V8.

A historic milestone in the G-Class's storied legacy: the very first time eight cylinders pulsed beneath its hood. Infused with AMG’s technical expertise, the 5.0L V8 engine delivers a commanding 243 PS and 375 Nm of torque. In an era where off-roaders were built for utility, its top speed of 180 km/h was nothing short of revolutionary. This heavy, silk-smooth acceleration served as a bold declaration—that the G-Class had transcended its military origins to reign as the supreme monarch of the highway.

Exterior

A silhouette that transforms an off-roader into nobility.

At first glance, it carries the familiar, classic square body of the W463. Yet the aura emitted by this “500 GE” stands in a class of its own. Developed with the cooperation of AMG, it features a long-wheelbase configuration engineered to accommodate its pioneering 5.0L V8. Complemented by a robust chassis capable of supporting a remarkable top speed of 180 km/h for its era, its form embodies uncompromising strength with every unnecessary element stripped away.