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1988 | Mercedes-Benz 300 GD (SWB)

Mercedes-Benz 300 GD W460 – Year of manufacture 1988 – technically comprehensively overhauled

$56,224
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Description

Offered for sale is a classic Mercedes-Benz 300 GD from the W460 series, built in 1988 and finished in silver. The short, three-door station wagon embodies the original G-Class: robust, straightforward and engineered for off-road use. 

The 300 GD is powered by the legendary 3.0-litre five-cylinder naturally aspirated OM617 diesel engine producing 88 hp. Its durable, largely mechanical technology makes it a particularly characterful classic. 

Extensively overhauled mechanicals 

The vehicle has undergone a comprehensive technical overhaul at our workshop specialising in classic cars – including the engine. In addition, the 300 GD received a new original Mercedes-Benz manual transmission (2024) and a new original Mercedes-Benz transfer case (2025). 

A remaining warranty applies to the engine overhaul in accordance with the agreed terms. 

Special history and careful maintenance 

The 300 GD was delivered new in Italy in 1988 and remained with its first owner there until 2020. According to the owner, the vehicle was not driven on roads treated with road salt during this period. 

The current owner, who acquired the vehicle in 2020, also consistently refrained from driving it in conditions involving road salt. Immediately after taking ownership, the vehicle was additionally treated with Mike Sanders corrosion protection. 

Equipment includes an auxiliary heater with remote control and LED headlights with integrated daytime running lights. 

Vehicle details and equipment 

  • Model: Mercedes-Benz 300 GD / W460
  • Year of manufacture: 1988
  • Body: short wheelbase, 3-door station wagon
  • Engine: 3.0-litre OM617 five-cylinder diesel, 88 hp
  • Colour: Silver
  • First delivery: Italy, with its first owner until 2020
  • Mechanical condition: comprehensively overhauled, including the engine
  • Engine overhaul: with remaining warranty in accordance with the agreed terms
  • Manual transmission: new original Mercedes-Benz transmission (2024)
  • Transfer case: new original Mercedes-Benz transmission (2025)
  • Corrosion protection: Mike Sanders treatment (2020)
  • History: according to the owner, not used on roads treated with road salt
  • Equipment: auxiliary heater with remote control, LED headlights with daytime running lights

A classic with exceptional substance

This Mercedes-Benz 300 GD W460 combines the unmistakable character of the early G-Class with a traceable history, careful maintenance and extensively renewed mechanicals.

An attractive classic for enthusiasts and collectors who value originality, sound mechanical condition and driving pleasure.

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Before delivery, the vehicle will receive a 143-point inspection at our premises.
You are welcome to visit us in person by appointment or visit our website:
www.swoboda-fahrzeugkultur.de

We will be happy to send further pictures on request.

*If you have any questions about one of our cars or the company, please feel free to call us at +49 (0) 4632 1543 from Monday to Friday between 7:30 and 18:00. On Saturday, we are available from 10:00 to 15:00. *

The vehicle description is intended solely for the general identification of the vehicle and does not constitute a warranty in the legal sense applicable to sales contracts. The information does not claim to be complete and is provided without guarantee. Subject to prior sale, errors and changes. The mileage stated in the item description has been read from the odometer and may differ.

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This description has been automatically translated. Original language: German.

Condition & Registration

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model series
G-Class
Model name
300 GD (SWB)
Manufacturer code
W 460
First registration date
07/1988
Year of manufacture
1988
Mileage (read)
43,279 km
Chassis number
WDB46033217062826
Engine number
Not provided
Gearbox number
Not provided
Matching numbers
Yes
Number of owners
2

Technical details

Body style
4x4
Power (kW/hp)
65/88
Cubic capacity (cm³)
2998
Cylinders
5
Doors
2
Steering
Left (LHD)
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
5
Transmission
4WD
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Not provided
Fuel type
Diesel

Individual Configuration

Exterior color
Silver
Interior color
Black
Interior material
Textile

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