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1986 Mercedes Benz 280ge Gwagon 4 Dr /new Motors & Steering/ Gwagen G500 Gclass on 2040-cars

US $20,000.00
Year:1986 Mileage:103920
Location:

Los Angeles, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States
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Hello eBayers, thank you for visiting! For Sale is my treasured 1986 Mercedes Benz 280GE Gwagon! This 28 year old SUV has had many recent repairs and passed rigid CA smog on April 2nd, 2014 to get ready for auction! 

VIN: WDB46023317046361 (eBay system does not allow me to enter it in normal field)
Mileage: 103,920 (As of May 1, 2014)
Automatic trans, power windows (all new motors & switches), power locks, air conditioning, Clifford alarm, Pioneer Premier CD player w detachable face, additional speaker amp, Alpine speakers, Boze custom 20" wheels with Goodyear P275/45R20 tires. 

Pros: 
CA registration is good until end of Feb 2015, passed CA emissions Apr 2, 2014. All 4 power window motors & switches replaced (Apr 14th). Brand new tie rod/steering damper/drag link, dropped the fuel tank for inspection and also repair of fuel gauge, rebuilt power steering + new seals, (Mar 24th). Completely removed and rehabbed radiator, new freeze plug/gasket, new exhaust manifold gasket, new thermo kit, (Nov 12th, 2013). Service records paperwork/receipts are included since 2008. 

Cons: 
Clear coat is peeling off hood and left rear window panel, turn signal lever sticks when left blinker activated, small plastic dash panel to immediate left of steering column is broken (valet tried to steal alarm system mic), passenger side rear seat storage net needs screws, rear passenger side small vertical trim plastic has 2 of 4 posts (4 new gaskets are included), top blinkers vibrate at high speeds, a new-in-box set of blinkers is included. 2in seam opening on drivers seat, random small stains on seats, 2 cracks on top side of cushioned dashboard near passenger OS handle. General wear and tear throughout of a 28yr old SUV. 

Comments: 
PAINT- I was going to paint it, but chances of getting the exact color the next owner wants are slim. I could have it painted and add thousands to the reserve. WHEELS & TIRES: I was going to buy more standard rims, but chances of getting the exact size and design the next owner wants are slim. I could mount wheels and tires and add thousands to the reserve. 

History:
Europa International in Santa Fe did all the US importing and conversions on these classic trucks. This was/is my dream car, bought from Keiser Motors for $27,073 ($24,980 + tax/fees) in San Francisco (Campbell) on 7/20/2002 with 79,143 miles on it. I promptly drove back to Los Angeles, and that's the farthest I've ever driven her, she's remained in LA county ever since. Extras I added: I spent $649.51 on the Clifford Concept 100 alarm (installed by Al & Ed's West Hollywood 7/23/2002), had custom Boze rims made in "black chrome" for $5000+, had the Pioneer CD player system installed for $1000+. 


Includes service records and other paperwork, original bill of sale, clear Title, Europa Intl info packet, key, alarm keychain fob, extra window switches, extra brake pads, any other additional parts I find. Buyer is responsible for all pick up / transfer / delivery of the vehicle after purchase.

I will be adding more info, history and photos as we go, looking forward to finding a new home for this great truck, thanks!

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