Mercedes Benz G 36 AMG W463 (1997)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 267 photos
• Video including engine run
• Extremely rare original G36 AMG; only 120 of these early AMG models were built
• Second-hand, previously owned by the first owner in Japan until 2022. Very rare and in exceptionally good original condition
• Mileage of 65,000 km is documented and verifiable through extensive service and maintenance records
• Complete Japanese maintenance history available since initial registration in 1997

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1997
• First registration: Japan
• Engine: AMG M104 E36 with 258 PS (190 kW)
• Transmission: Automatic
• Exterior color: Brilliant Silver Metallic
• Interior: Leather upholstery
• TÜV valid until 05/2027
• Features:
• AMG speedometer up to 280 km/h
• AMG exhaust system
• Front underbody protection
• Air conditioning
• Power windows
• Radio with original code card
• AMG Mercedes warranty booklet (Japanese)
• The following modifications were made:
• Factory-converted to a G36 AMG by AMG Japan Ltd. (1997): AMG M104 E36 engine and AMG exhaust system

Condition

Exterior

• The exterior color of the Mercedes-Benz G 36 AMG is Brilliant Silver Metallic
• The vehicle has been partially repainted
• The vehicle has been accident-free under its current ownership
• Body in very good condition; no known rust

Interior

• The Mercedes-Benz G 36 AMG is equipped with black leather
• The interior is in very good original condition with minimal patina
• All electrical systems are in working order

Mechanics

• Ready to drive immediately and registered
• The AMG M104 E36 engine starts reliably and runs smoothly; in technically flawless condition
• Automatic transmission shifts precisely
• Last maintenance in April 2026; next scheduled maintenance due at approximately 80,000 km
• TÜV inspection report (Section 21 of the German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations [StVZO]) dated May 12, 2022, with no defects; emissions test passed on May 2, 2022

History

Ownership History

• May 2022 to present: current owner (car dealership in Cottbus, Germany)
• August 1997 to May 2022: First owner (managing director of a car dealership, Japan)

Service History

• August 21, 1998 at approx. 6,036 km – Maintenance, Yanase Fukuoka, Kagoshima (Japan)
• August 19, 1999 at approx. 11,371 km – Inspection service, Yanase Fukuoka, Kagoshima (Japan)
• Oct. 2002 at approx. 20,200 km – Initial inspection, Nikko/Imaichi (Japan)
• October 9, 2008 at approx. 28,500 km – Maintenance service, Kanuma Jidosha Seibi Kyogyo Kumiai (Japan)
• Oct. 12–14, 2010 at approx. 32,200 km – Maintenance service, Kanuma (Japan)
• October 22, 2012 at approx. 36,089 km – Maintenance service, Kanuma (Japan)
• October 25, 2016 at approx. 38,100 km – Maintenance service, Kanuma (Japan)
• October 20–22, 2018 at approx. 48,500 km – Maintenance service, Kanuma (Japan)
• October 12–14, 2020 at approx. 53,700 km – Maintenance service, Kanuma (Japan)
• May 2, 2022 at approx. 57,445 km – Emissions test passed, Autocrew Ganter KFZ GmbH, St. Georgen
• May 31, 2022 at approx. 57,642 km – Maintenance Service B: Oil change, spark plugs, brake fluid; Autohaus Cottbus GmbH
• April 10, 2024 at approx. 62,078 km – Maintenance Service B: Oil change, spark plugs, brake fluid; Autohaus Cottbus GmbH
• April 17, 2026 at approx. 64,334 km – Maintenance Service B: Oil change, spark plugs, brake fluid; Autohaus Cottbus GmbH

Documents

• German registration documents
• Japanese registration documents and vehicle registration certificate
• Japanese maintenance and inspection documents (1998–2020)
• Service log (incomplete documentation)
• Mercedes-AMG GmbH Homologation and Certification Confirmation (March 17, 2022)
• TÜV SÜD Individual Operating Permit §21 StVZO
• Emissions test by Autocrew Ganter KFZ GmbH (May 2, 2022)
• Certificate of No Objection from the Bremen Main Customs Office (November 11, 2021)
• Service Reports from Autohaus Cottbus GmbH (2022, 2024, 2026)
• Original radio code card
• Original manuals: AMG G36 (German), radio owner’s manual, AMG Mercedes warranty booklet (Japanese)

Summary

For sale is an extremely rare 1997 Mercedes-Benz G 36 AMG in Brilliant Silver Metallic with leather interior, limited to 120 units worldwide and factory-converted by AMG Japan Ltd. in 1997. The vehicle was in Japan with its first owner until 2021 and has a fully documented Japanese maintenance history dating back to its initial registration, as well as a verifiable mileage of 65,000 km. Following its import and registration in Germany in 2022, the TÜV inspection report (§21 StVZO) certifies that the vehicle is in perfect condition with no defects. The AMG M104 E36 engine is in technically flawless condition; last service was performed in April 2026. The comprehensive documentation package, including the AMG homologation certificate, customs documents, and original manuals, provides complete proof of the authenticity of this exceptional classic car.