Mercedes 500GE V8 1993 one of 446 units produced. Very Rare and collectable!

Attention!! Price is including shipping to all shipping harbors in the USA and the US import tax/fees!!

Up for auction is a very rare iconic Mercedes 500GE MY1993, one of only 446 produced 500GE's. Don't miss this out!!

The 500GE was a limited edition model only produced in 1993 and the beginning of 1994. It was the first G-Class with a V8 engine. Mercedes used the M117 engine out of the w126 and r107 chassis. In the 500GE the engine produced 241Hp and with that amount of power it was the strongest G-Class as that time.

The 500GE was only delivered in 1993 and beginning of 1994. Only one color was available. DB338 Amethystblau metallic. The interior was delivered by Mercedes in a full leather dual tone with Anthracite and grey inserts. The 500GE was packed with all luxury feature from that time like, Air conditioning, 4 power windows, central locking, Leather seats with heated seats in the front. Both front seats were fully electrical adjustable. Cruise control, Radio/cassette connected to a 4 speaker system with fader button, Burl wood wooden inlays in the interior, Electric tilting and sliding sunroof, trailer coupling, chrome bulbar with headlight protectors, Bumpers in car color, Aluminum wheels and many more nice features.

The car that is up for sale now is in a very nice partial restored condition. The car is from 1993 with only a mileage of 135.000 miles (217.000km's), The Vinnumber from the car isWDB46322817092371.

Since this is a European car the VIN was not recognized by the ebay vin system and i had to put a wrong vin in the listing.

The car received new paint with a perfect flat and glossy finish in the original color DB338 Amethystblau. The interior is in great shape. The car is in a good driving condition. Engine and transmission work perfectly. The electric components like, power windows, locks, power seats, cruise control, airconditioning work properly. The AC got a new charge, all engine belts were replaced and the engine got a full service with new oil and filter. 4 brand new tires and a new battery.

This car has the rare factory option with the Webasto auxiliary heater to preheat the car in cold winters to have a comfy interior temperature and a warm engine.

This is the full option list:

· A02Ball-and-socket heads, chromium-plated

· A11Axle ratio i = 4,38

· A52Wider track

· B02Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

· C27Front springs stronger degree I

· D27POWER SLIDING ROOF WITH LIFT FUNCTION

· D39Socket strip

· E08Rear loudspeakers

· E21Battery(ies) higher voltage

· E43Socket, 13-pin, 12 V, external at rear

· E69Automatic antenna and Loud speakers

F46HEADLAMP WIPER/WASHER

· G40Automatic gearbox

· G75Differential gear speedometer

· H02Air conditioning, manual

· H10SEAT HEATER FOR DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER

· H12INDEPENDENT HEATING

· H20Heat absorbing glass

· J65Outside temperature display

· K89Emission control sys. with closed-loop catalyst

· M19Tempomat/cruise control

· P37Wider wings in vehicle colour with met. paintwork

· Q55TRAILER HITCH, BALL HEAD

· R78Light-alloy wheels (7Jx15) for wide tyres

· S34Head restraints in rear

· S37Armrest for driver's seat

· S38Armrest for co-driver's seat

· SB5Left front seat electrically adjustable

· SB6Right front seat electrically adjustable

· U46LEATHER EQUIPMENT

· V18INTERIOR TRIM IN BLACK DUAL TONE

· V35INV* LEATHER STEERING WHEEL + LEATH. SELECT. LEVER

· V51Electric window lift, 4 windows

· V56TRIM, BURRED WALNUT VENEER

· V63Luggage nets on front-seat backrests

· X32VEHICLE REGISTRATION BOOK FOR INDIVIDUAL ACCEPTANCE

· X59Central locking

· Y16FIRE EXTINGUISHER

· Y45Warning lamp

· Y49Replacement bulbs in box

· ZB6Scope of delivery 500 GE

· ZC8Stainless steel package

This is a very rare and sought after model and you can imaging with only 446 units build, you won't find them for sale very often. And if, not in the very good condition. The car is in great condition ( see the pictures yourselves) for it age.
The car is located in the Netherlands /Europe. We offer worldwide shipping and the price mentioned in this auction is including shipping to any port in the USA and import tax/fees. We work with GTA transport in Amsterdam and CFR Rinkens in Los Angeles.
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I described the car as honest and complete as possible. Please keep in mind that this is a used car with an age of 26 years. If you have further questions please email me or call us at my cell phone 01131 6 51163317 ( European time) or use this phone number for WhatsApp messages. My email is info@stenautomotive.com

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Some more technical details of the car:

Engine:

Combustion principle four-stroke Otto (with manifold-injection and emission control device with 3-way catalyst)

Configuration front, longitudinal; vertical

Engine type M 117 E 50 / 117.965

Number of cylinders / arrangement 8 / 90° V

Bore x Stroke 96.5 x 85.0 mm

Total displacement 4973 cc

Compression ratio 10

Rated output 177 kW / 241 hp at 5000 rpm

Rated torque 375 Nm at 3500 rpm

Number of valves / arrangement 1 intake, 1 exhaust / overhead

Valve operation 1 overhead camshaft per cylinder bank

Camshaft drivedouble roller chain

Fuel system manifold injection, mechanically-electronically controlled~(Bosch KE-Jetronic)

Fuel tank: position / capacity under load compartment floor / 96 l

Chassis and drivetrain:

Frame design box-section ladder-type frame / steel unit body

Front-wheel suspension rigid axle; 2 trailing arms, 1 wishbone (Panhard bar)

Rear-wheel suspension rigid axle; 2 trailing arms, 1 wishbone (Panhard bar)

Front springs coil springs, supplementary rubber suspension, torsion bar stabiliser

Rear springs coil springs, supplementary rubber suspension

Shock absorber front/rear telescopic shock absorbers

Steering recirculating-ball power steering

Brake system (foot brake) hydraulic dual-circuit brake system with vacuum booster and antilock system; internally ventilated front disc brakes and rear drum brakes

Parking brake (hand brake) mechanical (manually operated), acting on rear wheels

Wheelssheet-steel wheels (light-alloy wheels optional)

Wheel rims 7 1/2 J x 16 H 2

Tires 265/70 R 16 112 H

Driven wheels permanent four-wheel drive on front and rear wheels

Drivetrain from power divider via single-piece cardan shafts on front-axle differential and rear-axle differential

Transmission and performance:

Gearing 4-speed automatic transmission

Availibility as standard

Shiftingcentral floor gear shift lever

Clutch dry single-disc clutch

Transmission type planetary gear system

Gear ratios I. 3.87; II. 2.25; III. 1.44; IV. 1.0; R. 5.59

Final drive ratiofront/rear: 4.38; transfer case: road 1.05 / off-road 2.16

Maximum speed 175 km/h

Acceleration 0-100 km/h 10.5 s

Comments acceleration by shifting through from 0 - 100 km/h (2 occupants)

Demensions and weights:

Wheelbase 2850 mm

Front / rear track 1475 / 1475 mm

Length 4670 mm

Width 1810 mm

Height 1963 mm

Kerb weight 2370 kg

Gross weight 3050 kg

General data:

Units produced 446

Prices DM 178,250.00 ( more then 100.000 USD in 1993)