Highlights: – 2.8-litre six-cylinder engine, petrol, manual transmission – 86000 km indicated on odometer – Body and suspension restored, according to the seller – Short-wheelbase three-door body in a matt grey-green finish with a rear-mounted spare wheel – Black seats with tartan fabric door panels The private seller offers for sale this 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 GE, powered by a 2.8-litre six-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a manual transmission. The G-Class, known in German as the Geländewagen, was developed together with Steyr-Daimler-Puch in Graz and introduced in 1979 as a utilitarian off-road vehicle for military and civilian customers. Its upright, boxy body, rigid axles and lockable differentials gave it exceptional off-road ability, while the passenger car engines from Mercedes-Benz made it comfortable enough for road use. The 280 GE, with its fuel-injected 2.8-litre six-cylinder engine, became the popular petrol choice of the early years and today is among the most sought-after versions among enthusiasts of the original W460 series. This example is a short-wheelbase three-door finished in a matt grey-green with black bumpers, wheel arches and trim. According to the seller, the body and the suspension have been restored, and the photos show the inner wheel arches and suspension components coated in black underbody protection. The seller also states that the differential locks are functional. It rolls on alloy wheels with all-terrain tyres, and the spare wheel is mounted on the tailgate under a cover that reads Mercedes-Benz Geländewagen. Inside, the cabin is spartan in the typical G-Class way, with black seats, tartan fabric door panels, a large steering wheel, a simple dashboard and a manual gear lever alongside the transfer case lever. With its unmistakable shape, its restoration work and its 86000 km indicated, this 280 GE is an appealing example of a model that has become a recognised classic. Condition of the bodywork & paint 4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts. Condition of the interior 1 — Poor. Severe damage or mechanical issues; may not be drivable. Technical condition 4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing. Overall condition 4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time. This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only. We encourage all potential bidders to inspect the vehicle before placing a bid. Please contact us by phone or email to schedule an appointment. All auction vehicles offered have a reserve price. You have only won the item if the seller accepts your bid. Price changes and errors reserved. The 14-day right of withdrawal does not apply to this auction. This vehicle comes from a private collection and is currently located in the county of Harghita, Romania. This vehicle drives, brakes and shifts. The vehicle has a Romanian registration. The chassis number is 46023217033332. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction. The description of this vehicle is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the vehicle from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be hard to see even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork. Photographs may not reflect the exact true colour or exact full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to assure themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. Read more