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About that G-class Mercedes. In 1982 I test drove one in Germany because I wanted a smaller 4-wheel drive, 4 door car. At the time the price was about $25,000.-. I learned the only Mercedes parts are engine and transmission. The body and 4WD was made in Austria by another company. When I returned to the US I test drove a Landcruiser. At the time you could have it for $13,000.-. At half the price the Landcruiser was much more comfortable to ride in. The interior was much more civilized and the engine a lot quieter. And above all the brand new Mercedes body rattled a lot. The Lancruiser not at all. The G-Mercedes reminded me more of a Landrover. End result: I bought the Landcruiser, and, after about 700,000 miles I still have it with no major repairs, and first, unopened, engine an transmission!
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79 SC Targa
72 T Targa Sold
68 T Coupe Sold
65 912 Coupe Sold
62 356B Coupe Sold
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