drew138

Is it not possible to buy portal setup and add to your truck?

twist-a-grip

The guys at 3WD said MB nixed the aftermarket sales of these axles. Guess they built up 3 G63s with the portal axles and were happy to build me one yesterday until they called their supplier and found out the axles were no longer available. Sucks cause I was thinking about throwing them on my incoming G63. I don't hate it (and still might get one), but the G550 4x4 just doesn't have enough power and sound for me.

CrazyMD

finally

NYCBenz

AWESOME!

I love how small the "normal" G65 is sitting next to it...

First observation is the G550 Grill on the 4X4, I much prefer the G65 Grill (like on the 6X6).

First mod perhaps?

Congrats!

Las Vegas G

Yes it seems that way, LT isn't saying much, other then they cannot supply me with Portal kits any longer.

Technically I owned the rights to distribute these axles in the US, spent a lot of money time and effort to market them, even spent about $40k on a booth at SEMA 2014!

Guess my buyout check is in the mail, not holding my breath!

If I sound a little bitter about the whole deal it is because I am.

Las Vegas G

It was about 8 months ago, where were all you guys!

Everyone about had a heart attack when I told them the price of $70 to $85k for a Portal conversion back then, now it is not looking so bad!

Las Vegas G

I am the one that did all of the G63 conversions for them. It has been about three months since the buyout of the rights to the Portals happened. Only way to get a hold of a set now is to buy a spare set from a dealer if they will sell them to you without a vin, price is likely over $90k and you would need to modify them quite a lot to accept the single shock and spring mounts.

Las Vegas G

I've been posting pictures of Portal G's next to little G's sitting on US soil for years!

NYCBenz

FYI, MBUSA computer systems aren't yet pulling up 4X4 VIN's for parts.

Trying to source an OEM Rear Skid Plate...Corporate said it will be awhile before the systems are live.

CrazyMD

I would like a rest skid plate as well. Please let me know when you find it

Las Vegas G

Only issue with the fuel tank protection plate on the 4x4² will be that it may only come with the lower SS bumper as well. That and it will likely cost way over $1200!

The stock fuel tank protection plates on the US G's is REALLY good at the rear and pretty terrible on the bottom.

I made these two piece plates that bolt right on top of the stock parts, adds a lot more protection to the bottom of the tank.

I have several sets left if anyone wants a set.

CrazyMD

How much for that skid plate and also, how does this car have a tow hitch. Anyway to had a tow hitch to the 4x4?

NYCBenz

This looks great!

NYCBenz

The Truck pictured is not a 4X4. All New G's coming stateside come with the Tow Hitch as Standard (550/63/65).

Las Vegas G

Thanks!

Las Vegas G

Selling them for $650 plus shipping.

Wassaby

I have two G55W44 in production :
G550W44
795 designo® manufaktur Sintered Bronze Magno (matte-finish)
ZF7 designo® Black Nappa Leather w/DINAMICA & White Topstitching



G550W44
039 designo® manufaktur Mauritius Blue Metallic
ZF7 designo® Black Nappa Leather w/DINAMICA & White Topstitching

twist-a-grip

As in you're buying 2 trucks or you're a dealer/salesman and have these two available for purchase?

Wassaby

Available for purchase at dealer.

CrazyMD

What dealer has those coming? May be interested in trading my black one for another color.

Wassaby

MB Lynnwood

twist-a-grip

Sent you a pm a week or so ago. Please respond when you have a minute. Thanks

CrazyMD

Just FYI, MB Lynwood wants $50k over msrp for their 4x4

NYCBenz

lol

greynlds

This model is out of budget for me anyway, but they can keep them... I get that it's a limited edition, supply/demand, capitalism, and all that, but this sort of thing always annoys me.