Mercedes Benz 500 GE W463 Sondermodell 1/446 (1993)

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  • An extremely rare special edition of the G-Class: Only 446 units of the 500 GE were built, and it is an early V8 G-Class equipped with the legendary M117 engine. This fully equipped special edition model cost approximately 180,000 DM at the time (roughly twice as much as a standard G-Class and significantly more than an S-Class) and is now a highly sought-after collector’s item
  • 500 GE models almost never appear on the market, as this special edition was produced in such limited numbers and not all examples have survived to this day. This is therefore a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

  Facts & Specifications

  • Year of manufacture: 1993
  • First registration: Germany
  • Engine: 5.0-liter V8 engine with 240 PS
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Exterior color: Amethyst Blue Metallic
  • Interior: black-and-gray Nappa leather upholstery
  • TÜV valid through 08/2027, H license plate
  • Features:
  • Cow catcher included and registered, but not installed
  • Air conditioning
  • Auxiliary heater
  • Sunroof
  • Heated seats
  • 4 power windows
  • Cruise control
  • Power-adjustable seats

  Condition

  Exterior

  • Exterior color is Amethyst Blue Metallic (special color for the 500 GE)
  • The vehicle has been partially repainted. Paint thickness measurements showed values ranging from 197 µm to 379 µm.
  • The body is in good condition with slight age-related signs of wear
  • Accident damage (left side panel) repaired in 2014; no documentation available
  • Signs of wear on the rear bumper (Photos 61 and 62)
  • The vehicle was treated with Mike Sanders cavity protection. One door has some rust on the lower edge and hinge; otherwise, no rust is known

  Interior

  • The car has a black-and-gray leather interior
  • The interior is in well-maintained condition with age-related patina
  • There is no known damage to the interior

  Mechanics

  • The Mercedes is ready to drive immediately
  • The 5.0-liter V8 runs flawlessly
  • There are no known mechanical issues
  • The air conditioning and all other features are in working order
  • Regular maintenance has been performed

  History

  Ownership History

  • Number of owners: 2
  • Initial registration: Germany

  Service History

  • Regular maintenance performed; no documentation available

  Documents

  • German vehicle registration documents
  • TÜV report

  Summary

  For sale is a 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500GE in Amethyst Blue Metallic with a black-and-gray leather interior. This rare special edition model was produced in a limited run of only 446 units and is in its original condition. The odometer reading is 250,835 km. This extremely rare special edition model cost approximately 180,000 DM at the time and stands out for its extensive full equipment package and legendary V8 engine. The body is in good condition with slight signs of wear. Additionally, the vehicle has been preserved using the Mike Sander method. The cowcatcher is registered but not installed. The 500 GE is a second-hand vehicle; it was originally delivered in Germany. The TÜV inspection is valid through August 2027, and the Mercedes-Benz also has an “H” license plate. With its highly original appearance and German first registration, this rare 500 GE offers a unique opportunity for G-Class enthusiasts.