Mercedes-Benz G-Class EDITION30 And G-Class EDITION30

 

It's been thirty years since production began on the Mercedes G-Class, and since then, it's become one of the most enduring models of our time. In total, some 200,000 units of the G-Class have been delivered to customers around the world, all the more impressive considering its design has remained largely unchanged throughout its life span. Of course, as with any noteworthy Mercedes birthday, it's only fitting a special anniversary model is unveiled to celebrate the occasion, and the G-Glass' 30th is no exception. In fact, Mercedes has announced the availability of not only one, but two special G-Class 30th anniversary models: the G-Class EDITION30 and G-Class EDITION30.PUR.

The first – the Mercedes G-Class EDITION30 – is based on the G 463 series; specifically, a long-wheelbase G500 Station Wagon. Features include a designo platinum black paint finish, specially designed light-alloy wheels and EDITION30 lettering on the wings, while inside, designo leather in "chablis" and designo trim in anthracite poplar wood are both present.

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As for the Mercedes G-Class EDITION30.PUR, it's based on the long-wheelbase G280 CDI from the G 461 series, and pays homage to the first-generation G-Class model. Dubbed as "the future dream car for world travelers, expedition leaders, confirmed fans of the 'G' and customers who are in search of an automotive rarity with uncompromising reliability and the ability to go anywhere," the EDITION30.PUR is available with two optional off-road packages. Options available include flexible wheel arch flaring, protective grilles for the headlamps and lights, a walk-on bonnet for easier access to the roof rack, a towing lug at the front and a two-section rear door. Inside, four individual seats in either fabric or man-made leather are present, as are spray-protected controls, drainage apertures in the footwells, load lashing lugs and rails, and an auxiliary heater and manually operated air conditioning.

If you're interested, both models can be ordered from mid-February, with pricing for the Mercedes G-Class EDITION30.PUR coming in at EUR 59,381 and the G-Class EDITION30 coming in at EUR 97,461 (both including VAT). For more info, keep scrolling for photos of both models as well as some of the older G-Class variants (click any photo to enlarge), accompanied by the full press release.

Source: Media.Daimler AG