The G63 moniker is widely recognized as the suffix added to the high-performance variant of the G-Wagen powered by a twin-turbo V8. However, you’ll be surprised that the G63 badge originally debuted on an extremely rare variant of the G-Class that came with a massive naturally-aspirated V12. The Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG V12 is so rare that even the most passionate Mercedes fans are unaware of its existence. Out of the five examples that were ever built by the German automaker is soon going to cross the auction block, giving car collectors a unique opportunity to own one of the rarest AMG models.
The G63 V12, being auctioned by RM Sotheby’s, was an official state vehicle owned by the Dubai royal family until 2023. It wore the number plate “1”, which goes on to show how special the vehicle is. According to the auction house, the SUV was ordered new via Gargash Mercedes-Benz of Dubai and delivered on 10 October 2001. Underneath the hood is a 6.2-litre V-8 engine built by AMG, capable of churning out 444 horsepower. The power is sent to all four wheels via a five-speed automatic transmission.
Finished in its factory shade of Alabaster White, the fire-breathing SUV’s exterior features a chrome finish for the radiator grille and a stainless-steel cover for the boot lid-mounted spare wheel. Additionally, the lower body is protected by high-grade steel. It rides on 18-inch, five-spoke wheels made from lightweight alloy.
On the inside, the cabin features grey leather with burred walnut veneer trim and velour floor mats. The former state vehicle gets a long list of equipment, which includes an electric sliding roof, TV tuner, CD changer, Nokia handsfree system, heated seats, and ultrasonic backup assist.
The SUV has racked up only 44,509 kilometers (around 27,000) on the odometer. The highly desirable G-Wagen is estimated to sell for anywhere between $350,000 and $400,000.
The pre-sale estimate seems a little high, but the SUV completely deserves it. In addition to being retained by royalty for two decades, its rarity alone makes it a very desirable collector’s vehicle.
Apparently, it was never openly offered to the public or advertised via sales materials. It wasn’t even exhibited at any motor show. The buyers were hand-selected from the AMG customer base and personally invited to purchase one.
