Detail Info for: Mercedes-Benz : G-Class w460 Mercedes Benz 280GE 2-Door Auto 4x4

Transaction Info
Sold On:
11/04/2010
Price:
$ 9300.00
Condition:
Used
Mileage:
95000
Location:
Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106
Seller Type:
Private seller
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1980 Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Submodel Body Type:
w460 SUV
Engine:
6 - Cyl.
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
46023217011748
Vehicle Title:
Clear
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
Hello, this truck was up on Ebay a few months ago but the deal fell through and then I went out-of-town for work. Now I'm back with the truck and trying to sell it again.This is the most bitchin G wagon on ebay in a long time. In fact, the last time there was such a fricken awesome G on ebay was when I bought this same one 4 years ago. So let me just say right off the bat that I had an excellent experience buying this truck through ebay so I am extending the same courtesy to the next buyer. This truck has been amazing. The phase "head turner" does not do it justice. You should NOT buy this truck if yo do not like having people come up to you on a daily basis (literally) and asking you about it. You SHOULD buy this truck if you want a vehicle that will never let you down, be surprisingly affordable to maintain, and instantly make you the coolest guy or gal on the block. I have had this truck for 4 years, I have put over $9,000 into repairs and only 12,000 miles. That $9000 may sound like a lot but I've bot a lot for it. Here it is:March 2007: Bridgestone Dueler A/T LT265/75R16 (11,000 miles ago) $708 March 2007: At Executive Automotive Replaces ignition coil and wiring Valve adjustment new spark plugs new fuel injectors set base timing and fuel mixture (for high altitude) cleaned out fuel distributor new valve cover gaskets new fuel accumulator and filter new rear fuel lines new fuel pump new ignition ballast resistors and wiring repair new water pump and thermostat complete front axel overhaul new bearings reseal front diff. service left CV joint and new boots on both sides new steering dampener new throttle pivot bushing $5522 June 2007: New battery $132 June 2008: New Alternator (no receipt) $90 June 2008: Warranty replacement on battery free July 2008: New headlight switch (no receipt) $30 Oct 2009: right and left interior door panel repair $235 Nov 2009: Pre-sale checkup dignostics engine service front wheel bearing adjustment fuel system cleaner $340 Jan 2010: 4 new Bielsteins and install $600 Jan 2010: New (referbished) front drive shaft and install $500 Feb 2010: wheel balancing $50 March 2010: New driver door latch $72 March 2010: New rear wheel cylinders and brake pads $300 March 2010: New front break pads (not installed) $80 April 2010: repair two windshield dings free April 2010: New U-joints for rear drive shaft $135 May 2010: Install U-joints and refurbish rear drive shaft $92 June 2010: Adjust new brakes, flush diffs and transfer $120 July 2010: New black locking gas cap, fuel gasket, ROZ 91 sticker $115 total: $9121 current millage: 95XXX I put on 12000 in 4 yearsvin: 46023217011748Issues that I know about: Like I said before, this car is incredibly reliable and I have fixed all the things on it that need to be fixed. My plan was to convert it to a 300td, so for that reason I have not fixed a small rust hole in the muffler or some corrosion in the fuel tank. However, I just run fuel system cleaner every 6 months and that takes car of it. The engine, tranny, and transfer case are in very good condition, super smooth, and do not burn oil. However, most of the seals are a bit old, they seep a little bit, so every oil change they (the tranny and engine) have lost about 5%. Again, not a big deal for me, I just make sure they are topped off every 3 months. The power steering pump is the same way, 5% lose every 3 months, so is the cooling system since the hoses are getting old. Like I said, this slight lose of fluid due to older hoses and seals is minimal and I just deal with it since its such a small amount, every 3 months I check them and top them off. There is a small amount of rust, along the lower edge of the rear quarter panel and under the door. Under the driver floor mat there are a few quarter sized spots, and under the driver door lower edge. The left front quarter panel has a few spots under the molding. There are a few other spots but just look at the pictures because I photographed them all. The windshield has two dings that were filled in at Safelite, I am holding a quarter next to them in the pics. There is a small (<1cm) crack in the dashboard by the passenger vent. One of the locking diff indicator lights has had the white rubbed off so I bought two new ones and there are pics of those. There is a small tare on the driver seat (see pics) and a few small tares on the interior walls. There are a few small dents on the hood, by the license plate, and on the sides (see pics). Rear window sprayer doesn't work. The clock doesn't work. The blue button by the heater switch does not do anything. Front seat belt connection strap included. I can't think of anything else but if I do I will ad it in. Follow this link to more pics, cut and paste this link: http://picasaweb.google.com/117931775388316594123/1980280GE# THE BUYER HANDLES ALL SHIPPING COSTS AND ARRANGEMENTS. I can deliver the truck to a local shipping point. The buying process: A $750 deposit is required within 24 hours of auction end. The deposit is partially refundable if you end up not wanting the truck ($625 is refundable). The balance is due upon receipt of the vehicle via Paypal, cash, cashiers check, or financier's check. International buyers can be accommodated but the truck will not be released until the payment has cleared, and that could be a couple of weeks. All buyers need to allow for a few weeks for the title to arrive in the mail from Washington State where it is held electronically. If you have any questions, email me before bidding. Cheers. On Nov-02-10 at 20:06:20 PDT, seller added the following information:BE ADVISED, THIS TRUCK DOES NOT HAVE A CATALYTIC CONVERTER SO IT WILL NOT PASS MOST EMISSIONS TESTS. MOST AREAS HAVE LOOP-HOLES FOR OLDER CARS SO MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND YOUR REGISTRATION OPTIONS BEFORE YOU BID.