25.000 €
PRICE ESTIMATION
09.06.2026
AUCTION END

Mercedes Benz W460 G280 (1986)

Mercedes-Benz W460 G280 with H-license plate, classic expedition-style roof rack, timeless G-Class look (1986)

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Overview

Manufacturer
Model
W460 G280
Year
1986
Transmission
Manual
Horsepower
156
Milage
147.256 km
Not or only partially comprehensible.
Country Version
FR
Location
DE-75173 Pforzheim
Color
White
Type of auction
Buy-now offer
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09/06/2026 7:48 PM
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Mercedes Benz W460 G280 (1986)

Vehicle description

For sale is a 1986 Mercedes-Benz W460 G280 in white with a cloth interior.

Highlights:

  • H-license plate
  • Last service in 2024, including oil change
  • Mercedes running boards
  • Roof rack in classic expedition style
  • Black front and bumper elements in contrasting paint
  • Black off-road rims with deep-tread tires
  • Timeless original look of the early G-Class with its characteristic angular design

General information about the vehicle

  • Year of manufacture: 1986
  • First registration: France, 1986
  • Location: 75173 Pforzheim, Germany
  • Number of previous owners: 2
  • Accident-free
  • H-license plate: Yes
  • TĂśV: No, can be done prior to delivery if costs are covered
  • Ready to drive immediately: yes, but currently not registered

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class was originally developed in 1979 as a pure off-road vehicle—robust, boxy, and uncompromisingly functional. It was created in cooperation with Steyr-Daimler-Puch in Austria, where it is still produced today. The G280 offered here belongs to the first generation (W460), which is considered a classic of the series. With its characteristic design, selectable all-wheel drive, and durable six-cylinder engine, this model epitomizes the origins of the G-Class. Later generations underwent technical refinements, but visually, the original design remained virtually unchanged for decades—one reason why early W460 models are now considered particularly authentic and sought-after.

Facts

Exterior & Interior:

  • Exterior color: White
  • Interior: brown fabric upholstery with checkered seat surfaces
  • Repaint: Partially repainted

Engine and transmission:

  • 2.8-liter six-cylinder engine with 156 hp (115 kW)
  • Manual transmission
  • Last service: 2024 (oil change)

Mileage:

  • Mileage: 147,256 km (as read)
  • Mileage verifiable: no

Documentation:

  • (German) vehicle documents
  • No service record book available

Tires, brakes, body & undercarriage

  • Tires: very good condition, new
  • Body: good condition
  • Underbody: good but used condition
  • Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the vehicle's condition.

Known defects

  • Signs of wear on the body
  • No other defects known according to the owner
  • Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the vehicle's condition.

Summary

For sale is a 1986 Mercedes-Benz W460 G280 in white. According to the owner, the vehicle is second-hand, accident-free, and equipped with an H-license plate. It was first registered in France before the SUV came to Germany. An oil change was performed in 2024. The body shows age-related signs of wear, but overall the vehicle is in honest condition. A solid foundation for enthusiasts of classic G-models looking for a robust and characterful off-road vehicle.

If the seller is a private individual, the vehicle is always sold without warranty. The description of this auction has been made to the best of the seller's knowledge. The condition of this vehicle is based on the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. The description and photos are for reference. Kickdown does not guarantee the accuracy of the listing and recommends a viewing. The seller decides whether a viewing can be made. Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description and make all necessary inquiries before placing a bid. For this purpose, please use the comments and questions section for additional information. Please read our terms and conditions for more details.

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Comments of this past auction

  • KICKDOWNKICKDOWN
    VerifiedPremium
    09.06.2026 16:37

    Wir haben soeben eine Reihe an weiteren Fotos unter "Motor&Mechanik" hochgeladen. We have just uploaded more pictures from the underbody.

    • KICKDOWNKICKDOWN
      VerifiedPremium
      09.06.2026 16:33

      Die angegebene Laufleistung liegt bei 147.000 km. Einen lückenlosen Nachweis gibt es laut Verkäufer nicht, da das Fahrzeug aus Südfrankreich kam und die Unterlagen nicht mehr vorhanden waren. Er hält den Kilometerstand jedoch anhand des allgemeinen Zustands und insbesondere des Sitzzustands für plausibel/original. Zum Rost: Laut Verkäufer gibt es keine Durchrostung und nur Flugrost und nur kleinere Rostpickel außen.

      • pearlpearl
        Verified
        09.06.2026 07:53

        Bitte mehr Transparenz zum Wagen... Zustand, Rost, Unterboden

        • R
          reiners5
          Verified
          08.06.2026 18:41

          Bei 2 Besitzern weiĂź man die echte Laufleitung. Wie ist es mit Rost

          • 03.06.2026 17:50

            No chassis photos? Is there any evidence of corrosion, painted/coated over anywhere or bubbled paint? Is the reat seat still available?

            • KICKDOWNKICKDOWN
              VerifiedPremium
              09.06.2026 16:32

              Thanks for the note. According to the seller, the car has had no welding work and there is no structural rust/perforation. There are only small rust spots on the exterior, and we’ve requested additional close-up photos of those areas. We also asked for photos of the underbody, which will be added once received. Overall, the seller described the car as solid, not accident-damaged, and not a scrap vehicle. The car is an original 2-seater, but its possible to mount a rears seats.

              • KICKDOWNKICKDOWN
                VerifiedPremium
                09.06.2026 16:34

                Addition: Thank you for your questions. Underbody/chassis photos have already been requested from the seller and will be uploaded once received. Regarding condition: according to the seller, the vehicle has had no welding work and there is no perforating/structural rust. The car has been repainted at some point in the past, likely 10–15 years ago, although the exact timing is unknown. We were also told there are small exterior rust spots, and additional photos of those areas have been requested. As for the rear seat: the vehicle was delivered from factory as a 2-seater, so the rear bench is not available. However, a conversion to a 4-seater is possible, as the mounting/guides are already in place.

            • 10.12.2025 11:51

              Hallo! Ist die RĂĽcksitzbank vorhanden? VG

              • KICKDOWNKICKDOWN
                VerifiedPremium
                10.12.2025 12:00

                Dieser G wurde ohne Rückbank ausgeliefert, eine Rückbank kann aber nachträglich ohne Probleme eingebaut werden. Mit freundlichen Grüßen - Ihr Kickdown Team

              • TomTom1TomTom1
                VerifiedModerator
                08.11.2025 17:00

                Technik: Die G-Klasse (oder auch G-Modell; G steht für Geländewagen) ist eine Modellreihe von Mercedes-Benz, die seit 1979 produziert wird. Sie wurde in Kooperation mit dem österreichischen Steyr-Daimler-Puch-Konzern entwickelt und wird in Graz in der Steiermark hergestellt. Bis 2000 wurde die Klasse in Österreich und einigen anderen Ländern unter der Marke Puch G verkauft. Die Karosserieform des Fahrzeuges wurde zwischen 1979 und 2018 kaum verändert, technisch erfuhr es aber immer wieder Verbesserungen und Aktualisierungen. Diese betrafen vor allem Motoren, das Interieur und Sicherheitsmerkmale. Die Produktion des geschlossenen Modells mit kurzem Radstand wurde 2012 eingestellt, die Fertigung des Cabriolets 2013. 2018 präsentierte Mercedes-Benz eine komplett neue Generation, an der das äußere Erscheinungsbild nur geringfügig verändert wurde. LG Tom