Gwagen Diesel...

david_101 · 01-09-2012, 11:05 AM

Is anyone aware of any plan to bring a G diesel to the US?

If not, then how difficult would it be to bring a Euro G over to the US and fed it?

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jimmyg · 01-16-2012, 12:01 AM

No plans and almost impossible to import one.

david_101 · 01-16-2012, 09:05 AM

Thanks for the info.

Entirely off topic... Does your matte finish require special more maintenance?
Several years ago, while touring the AMG factory, I was treated to a first look at the matte finish on a CLS63 and advised that, if produced, then the finish would require special maintenance.

Just wondering.

jimmyg · 01-16-2012, 09:07 AM

Quote:

Entirely off topic... Does your matte finish require special more maintenance?
Several years ago, while touring the AMG factory, I was treated to a first look at the matte finish on a CLS63 and advised that, if produced, then the finish would require special maintenance.

Nope, in fact it's more durable. The only restrictions are you can't polish/wax/buff the paint. Just wash with water and mild detergent. It's also car-wash friendly for those times when you have no better option as swirl marks don't show up.

belcanto · 01-17-2012, 04:56 PM

Hi -- Why impossible to import. It should pass an emissions test?

inkblotz · 01-17-2012, 08:22 PM

For one you would need to go through a registered importer. The emissions and DOT regulations would need to be addressed. With all the computer and other electronic systems that are intertwined on these engines the cost would be prohibitive.

For example the older less electronic vehicles from the late 80s and 90s can reach well above $20,000 for the conversion.

Believe me I have run this battle for over 5 years. I have been in email communicato with the heads at Graz and MBUSA. Mercedes of Germany WANTS to import the diesel G here but MBUSA does not.

I you have the money to burn it is doable.

01-16-2012, 12:01 AM	#2
jimmyg Super Member 2010 Mercedes-Benz G-Class Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Posts: 832 Drives: 2013 G 63 AMG	No plans and almost impossible to import one. __________________ 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG Designo Platinum Magno (matte), two-tone Designo Classic Red/Black leather, AMG Exclusive Interior, AMG matte black painted 20" wheels. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 350 (wife) Iridium silver metallic, two-tone red & black leather interior, black ash wood trim, 19" multi-spoke wheels, glass panorama roof, active park assist, keyless-go. 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Previous G-Wagens 1991 300GE Brabus 3.6, 2002 G500, 2004 G55 AMG, 2010 G55 AMG "Edition '79"

01-16-2012, 09:05 AM	#3
david_101 Super Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 798 Drives: 2005 SL65	No USA diesel... Thanks for the info. Entirely off topic... Does your matte finish require special more maintenance? Several years ago, while touring the AMG factory, I was treated to a first look at the matte finish on a CLS63 and advised that, if produced, then the finish would require special maintenance. Just wondering.

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01-17-2012, 04:56 PM	#5
belcanto Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 2 Drives: R350	Hi -- Why impossible to import. It should pass an emissions test?

01-17-2012, 08:22 PM	#6
inkblotz Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 5 Drives: 90 300GD diesel SWB	For one you would need to go through a registered importer. The emissions and DOT regulations would need to be addressed. With all the computer and other electronic systems that are intertwined on these engines the cost would be prohibitive. For example the older less electronic vehicles from the late 80s and 90s can reach well above $20,000 for the conversion. Believe me I have run this battle for over 5 years. I have been in email communicato with the heads at Graz and MBUSA. Mercedes of Germany WANTS to import the diesel G here but MBUSA does not. I you have the money to burn it is doable.

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