Toby Wilson
Head of Department
LOT 100
2001 Mercedes-Benz G500 Brabus 5.8 Registration no. Y291 YSO Chassis no. WDB4632481X124077
Estimate: £50,000 - £60,000
Lot 100
2001 Mercedes-Benz G500 Brabus 5.8 Registration no. Y291 YSO Chassis no. WDB4632481X124077
2001 Mercedes-Benz G500 Brabus 5.8
Registration no. Y291 YSO
Chassis no. WDB4632481X124077
Registration no. Y291 YSO
Chassis no. WDB4632481X124077
Odometer reading: 29,800 miles (47,680kms)
MOT Expiry: Expired
*One of the rarest Brabus conversions
*Complete 5.8 litre specification
*Low mileage
The Mercedes G500 Brabus is an incredibly rare iteration of the famous G-Wagon. The V8 engine is an impressively powerful unit, having been bored out from the standard 5.0 litre unit to 5.8 litres in the Brabus. The result was a hefty power increase which was accomplished by a new cylinder block and crankshaft that included a longer stroke and larger pistons. This example is a 2001 Japanese Import that has an exceptionally low mileage of 29,800 miles (47,680 kms). The car is a real head turner with the addition of its blacked out bull-bar, wide arch body kit, side pipes, tinted windows and tail lights. Inside, the Brabus features a bespoke steering wheel and leather seats with yellow stitched headrests. The interior is also equipped with a wealth of equipment that you would expect from a G-Wagon, including fully adjustable heated leather seats, air conditioning, and wood accents. Overall, this is a very good example, and the bodywork, paintwork, and interior represent a vehicle with this low a mileage. The V8 engine also starts, runs and drives very well. A rare opportunity. The G500 has recently been serviced and given a clean bill of health by renowned Mercedes specialists John Haynes in Worthing.
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MOT Expiry: Expired
*One of the rarest Brabus conversions
*Complete 5.8 litre specification
*Low mileage
The Mercedes G500 Brabus is an incredibly rare iteration of the famous G-Wagon. The V8 engine is an impressively powerful unit, having been bored out from the standard 5.0 litre unit to 5.8 litres in the Brabus. The result was a hefty power increase which was accomplished by a new cylinder block and crankshaft that included a longer stroke and larger pistons. This example is a 2001 Japanese Import that has an exceptionally low mileage of 29,800 miles (47,680 kms). The car is a real head turner with the addition of its blacked out bull-bar, wide arch body kit, side pipes, tinted windows and tail lights. Inside, the Brabus features a bespoke steering wheel and leather seats with yellow stitched headrests. The interior is also equipped with a wealth of equipment that you would expect from a G-Wagon, including fully adjustable heated leather seats, air conditioning, and wood accents. Overall, this is a very good example, and the bodywork, paintwork, and interior represent a vehicle with this low a mileage. The V8 engine also starts, runs and drives very well. A rare opportunity. The G500 has recently been serviced and given a clean bill of health by renowned Mercedes specialists John Haynes in Worthing.
Please click the link to view the walkaround video of this lot: click here
Footnotes
Vendor Score Total: 88/100
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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well
EXTERIOR TOTAL: 21/25
Body Work: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 4
Glass: 5
Paint: 4
Wheels/Tyres: 4
INTERIOR TOTAL: 16/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 4
Seats: 4
Trim: 4
ENGINE TOTAL: 19/20
Mechanical components: 5
Running: 5
Starting: 5
Under Bonnet: 4
RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 20/20
Axles: 5
Brakes: 5
Gearbox/Clutch: 5
Suspension: 5
ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 10/10
Ancillary components: 5
Main components: 5
Car History File: 2
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