2014 MERCEDES-BENZ G500 CABRIOLET

KEY FACTS

• The swansong for Mercedes-Benz’s G-Class Cabriolet, this is one of just 200 examples built and remains in excellent condition.
• Under the bonnet is a 382bhp 5.5-litre naturally aspirated V8, coupled to the seven-speed automatic transmission with paddle shift.
• Ordered new in the Gulf states, the car is now on Qatar plates but is currently located in London.
• Bidders should note that this car will be subject to tax and import duty if remaining in the UK. Interested parties should also ensure they understand the respective import requirements and costs if intending to transport the vehicle elsewhere.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Produced to mark the end of two-door convertible G-Class production, the G500 Cabriolet ‘Final Edition’ featured a beige coloured soft top and tonneau cover, chrome front grille, stainless steel exterior trim, and bespoke wheels.
• Bespoke badging, Designo leather upholstery, and an AMG Performance steering wheel rounded off the limited-edition specification.
• This particular car was also ordered with the AMG carbon-fibre interior trims, and has since been retrofitted with a genuine AMG body kit and AMG five-spoke wheels.
• The front seats feature full electric adjustment, heating and memory settings. Other factory equipment includes dual-zone climate control, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, and a tow ball.
• It is reported to have excellent service history, which can be checked with any Mercedes-Benz main dealer.

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage.
• Its Designo Magno Platinum paintwork is reported to be in good condition, as shown in the detailed set of photos below. There is a very small touched-up mark on the passenger door.
• Inside, the leather upholstery shows some signs of use, but no significant wear or discolouration. All of the secondary trims are also in good shape, and there is no damage to the main contact points such as steering wheel and gear shifter.
• There are no known electrical faults, and no warning lights on the dashboard.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The vendor believes the last service took place between 12,000 and 13,000 km, and can check this with a Mercedes-Benz main dealer.
• Further service history details will be forthcoming, as the owner can source this information directly from Mercedes.

SUMMARY

This Mercedes-Benz G500 Cabriolet ‘Final Edition’ is a very rare and luxurious all-terrain convertible, which has been upgraded with genuine AMG body parts and wheels to give it a more aggressive aesthetic. With very low mileage and a smart factory specification, this is a well-appointed yet very capable cruiser to enjoy through the summer months - whether on or off the road.

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