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Description

The Shah of Persia, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, was a major shareholder in Daimler-Benz during the 1970s. He needed off-road vehicles for his army, and 20,000 units were to be built. At the same time, Steyr-Daimler-Puch in Austria was looking for a replacement for the Haflinger, a vehicle renowned for its off-road capabilities. This is how the cooperation came about. The aim was to create the best off-road vehicle! Production began in Graz, Austria, in February 1979. The first G-Class model, the 460, was produced until 1991. To this day, these off-roaders have been built in Graz for more than 46 years with virtually no changes to their exterior. A true record!

But where can you still find a G-model from the first year of production? It’s our 230 G Cabriolet with a short wheelbase, built in 1979! The classic car was completely rebuilt at Mercedes-Benz in Hanover, sparing no expense. The folding soft top is also new. The early 460 series is still a purist off-roader without modern components.

EXTRAS:

New folding top

Condition & Registration

Condition category: Restored
Historical license plate

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model series: G-Class
Model name: 230 G (SWB)
Manufacturer code: W 460
First registration date: 07/1979
Year of manufacture: 1979
Mileage (read): 52,000 km
Chassis number: Not provided
Engine number: Not provided
Gearbox number: Not provided
Matching numbers: Yes
Number of owners: Not provided

Technical details

Body style: 4x4 (Convertible)
Power (kW/hp): 66/90
Cubic capacity (cm³): 2307
Cylinders: 4
Doors: 3
Steering: Left (LHD)
Gearbox: Manual
Gears: 4
Transmission: 4WD
Front brakes: Disc
Rear brakes: Drum
Fuel type: Petrol

1979 | Mercedes-Benz 230 G (SWB)