This is a UK-registered car, although it's left-hand drive, and is currently in Spain. The European / Spanish import VAT will need to be settled by the buyer if the car is to remain in the Europe / Spain.

Highlights

Left-hand drive example from the iconic supercharged ‘Kompressor’ era; powered by the legendary 493hp supercharged 5.4-litre AMG V8 with side-exit exhausts
Enhanced with grille-mounted spotlights and upgraded Alpine infotainment system
First registered in May 2007; imported to the UK and UK-registered with the DVLA in 2017
Currently located with the vendor in Sotogrande, Spain, while remaining UK-registered and on SORN
Advisory-free MOT at 124,379 km in January 2020; now showing 133,868 km
Lightly used between Spain and Portugal since 2020 and professionally stored when not in use
Recently serviced by Mercedes-Benz in Seville and unused since
Reportedly starts first time, every time, with no known faults inside or out

The Appeal

This 2007 W463-generation Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG is a tastefully specified example from the legendary ‘Kompressor’ era, blending iconic military-grade heritage with hand-built AMG performance and refinement. Powered by a formidable 5.4-litre supercharged V8 producing 493hp, this modern classic 4x4 delivers a signature side-exit exhaust note and a 0-62mph/0-100km/h time of just 5.4 seconds. Equipped with triple-locking differentials and a lavish leather interior, it offers an unmatched combination of rugged off-road capability and high-end luxury. With its timeless boxy silhouette and increasing rarity, the G55 AMG remains one of the most sought-after iterations of the G-Wagon lineage.

Finished in black with chrome trim elements, grey 18-inch AMG alloy wheels and a black leather interior with elegant wood inlays, it has an appealing specification, which has been enhanced further with an updated Alpine head unit.

First registered in May 2007, this example was imported to the UK by the current owner from Dubai and re-registered with the DVLA in June 2017. The vehicle remains UK-registered and is currently on SORN, though it is presently located with the vendor at their property in Sotogrande, Spain. The photographs supplied show temporary Spanish trade plates fitted purely for photography and local movement purposes. Its last MOT test was completed in January 2020 at 124,379 km, which was a first-time pass with no advisories, though this has now expired, and a fresh MOT test will be needed before the car returns to UK roads.

Since 2020 the car has been used sparingly in Europe, primarily in Spain and Portugal, and has otherwise been professionally stored. The odometer now displays 133,868 km. It received a major service by Mercedes-Benz in Seville approximately one year ago and has seen very little use since, apart from occasional short trips around the Sotogrande estate. The owner, who maintains a collection of more than 50 vehicles, is now undertaking a degree of “thinning out” and reports that the G55 AMG has no known faults inside or out, starts first time every time, and remains in good working order throughout, both mechanically and cosmetically.

This car should prove to be a stylish and practical daily driver for its next owner, as well as a rugged off-road companion.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in May 2007
Imported to the UK and re-registered with the DVLA in June 2017
Remains UK-registered and currently on SORN
Currently located with the vendor in Sotogrande, Spain
Spanish trade plates shown in the photographs were used solely for photography and local movement purposes
First-time, advisory-free MOT pass in January 2020 at 124,379 km; now expired and a fresh MOT will be required before being driven on UK roads
Odometer now displays 133,868 km

The Condition

Black paintwork with chrome radiator and headlight grilles
Grille-mounted spotlights
Steering guard
Quad-pipe side-exit exhausts
Rear spare wheel carrier
Rear tow bar
Grey 18-inch five-spoke AMG alloy wheels with mixed Pirelli and Continental tyres
Black leather-trimmed interior with elegant wood inlays
Electrically adjustable and heated front seats with three-position memory
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Harman/Kardon audio system
CD changer
Updated Alpine head unit with Bluetooth remote control
Paintwork and upholstery appear to be in good shape with only age-related imperfections

The Mechanics

5.4-litre supercharged V8 producing 493hp and 516lb-ft of torque
5G-Tronic five-speed automatic transmission
Front, centre and rear locking differentials

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