Please help me make an educated pick on a G.
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2005 G55K
I found this one the other day and it is overpriced a little bit, but looks very good overall.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...paign=atempest
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2011 G55 + others
I found this one the other day and it is overpriced a little bit, but looks very good overall.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...paign=atempest
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...paign=atempest
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1987 Porsche 911. 2008 G55
I found this one the other day and it is overpriced a little bit, but looks very good overall.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...paign=atempest
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04 S2000
I found this one the other day and it is overpriced a little bit, but looks very good overall.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...paign=atempest
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...paign=atempest
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From: Carmichael, CA
2011 G55 + others
This particular car, is a previously MB certified, CA car in a very unique color combo. The color is actually designo graphite metallic, not flint gray and it also has the designo interior, with the piano black trim (also very rare). Lastly, it's a 2011, which is the last year for the G55K. Checks a lot of boxes if you know what you're looking at.
The question is, are you looking to buy one, or just kicking tires? Because you can nit pick any used car, if you really aren't a buyer. The problem you'll run into if you aren't just a window shopper is that well cared for, rust free, accident free, nicely spec'ed G wagons are not dime a dozen, and you certainly won't find anyone giving them away.
Last edited by Lawrence1; Jul 6, 2020 at 07:24 PM.
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Also to add, what @Lawrence1 stated above.
If you find the one you really want, be ready to jump quick. Because the good ones will move quickly.
I had two G550s slip through because I was still browsing.
When I found my G55 it was peak COVID, I called the dealer who didn't answer, I drove there before they closed, scheduled a test drive the very next morning and within an hour I had my keys to my truck... As I was pulling off the lot another guy was pulling in to inquire about it.
If you find the one you really want, be ready to jump quick. Because the good ones will move quickly.
I had two G550s slip through because I was still browsing.
When I found my G55 it was peak COVID, I called the dealer who didn't answer, I drove there before they closed, scheduled a test drive the very next morning and within an hour I had my keys to my truck... As I was pulling off the lot another guy was pulling in to inquire about it.
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Joined: Jun 2004
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From: Carmichael, CA
2011 G55 + others
Also to add, what @Lawrence1 stated above.
If you find the one you really want, be ready to jump quick. Because the good ones will move quickly.
I had two G550s slip through because I was still browsing.
When I found my G55 it was peak COVID, I called the dealer who didn't answer, I drove there before they closed, scheduled a test drive the very next morning and within an hour I had my keys to my truck... As I was pulling off the lot another guy was pulling in to inquire about it.
If you find the one you really want, be ready to jump quick. Because the good ones will move quickly.
I had two G550s slip through because I was still browsing.
When I found my G55 it was peak COVID, I called the dealer who didn't answer, I drove there before they closed, scheduled a test drive the very next morning and within an hour I had my keys to my truck... As I was pulling off the lot another guy was pulling in to inquire about it.
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Looks fine to me. Just because services aren't on the carfax, doesn't mean they haven't been done. These cars are getting up there in age (10+ years old!), and many g wagons have changed hands multiple times, as you've probably noticed. Unless you find one from an original owner, who kept all the records, chances are you won't be getting much in the way of records with whatever you end up buying. Be prepared to spend the money to baseline fluids, filters, etc upon purchase, regardless of what you think you're buying.
This particular car, is a previously MB certified, CA car in a very unique color combo. The color is actually designo graphite metallic, not flint gray and it also has the designo interior, with the piano black trim (also very rare). Lastly, it's a 2011, which is the last year for the G55K. Checks a lot of boxes if you know what you're looking at.
The question is, are you looking to buy one, or just kicking tires? Because you can nit pick any used car, if you really aren't a buyer. The problem you'll run into if you aren't just a window shopper is that well cared for, rust free, accident free, nicely spec'ed G wagons are not dime a dozen, and you certainly won't find anyone giving them away.
This particular car, is a previously MB certified, CA car in a very unique color combo. The color is actually designo graphite metallic, not flint gray and it also has the designo interior, with the piano black trim (also very rare). Lastly, it's a 2011, which is the last year for the G55K. Checks a lot of boxes if you know what you're looking at.
The question is, are you looking to buy one, or just kicking tires? Because you can nit pick any used car, if you really aren't a buyer. The problem you'll run into if you aren't just a window shopper is that well cared for, rust free, accident free, nicely spec'ed G wagons are not dime a dozen, and you certainly won't find anyone giving them away.
It looks like that car went off market shortly after your initial post, but it's been relisted.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...6804/overview/
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I think I'm looking to buy, but it's not a NEED for me. I also don't feel that I know enough right now to jump right in. I'm still looking for common failure points on these cars. Rust seems like a big thing as well.
It looks like that car went off market shortly after your initial post, but it's been relisted.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...6804/overview/
It looks like that car went off market shortly after your initial post, but it's been relisted.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...6804/overview/
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Agree w Floobydust.
That truck does look stellar, year, exterior color and interior color... amazing.
A hair over the miles my 08 G55 has, and my silver is finally a color I am glad I have.
If it's not something you really need, or have a goal/plan in mind for it enhancing your life... just keep looking.
I honestly was considering another Land Rover flavor, even after I read up on the G55's and got a lot of great insight from the forum members here in the W463 section.
What caught my eye was finding some insanely gorgeous examples of overland capable trucks and seeing that there were some great vendors and users that built their trucks up for that use.
Once I knew that it would satisfy that need, plus the aesthetics and capabilities I knew I "needed" a w463, my flavor just happened to turn out to be a G55k.
Keep up the search and find what purpose the truck will serve for you then pull the trigger.... but don't window shop too long as these trucks (especially a great example in the link above) don't always surface in the trim / options you may want.
Good luck!
That truck does look stellar, year, exterior color and interior color... amazing.
A hair over the miles my 08 G55 has, and my silver is finally a color I am glad I have.
If it's not something you really need, or have a goal/plan in mind for it enhancing your life... just keep looking.
I honestly was considering another Land Rover flavor, even after I read up on the G55's and got a lot of great insight from the forum members here in the W463 section.
What caught my eye was finding some insanely gorgeous examples of overland capable trucks and seeing that there were some great vendors and users that built their trucks up for that use.
Once I knew that it would satisfy that need, plus the aesthetics and capabilities I knew I "needed" a w463, my flavor just happened to turn out to be a G55k.
Keep up the search and find what purpose the truck will serve for you then pull the trigger.... but don't window shop too long as these trucks (especially a great example in the link above) don't always surface in the trim / options you may want.
Good luck!
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2005 G55K
I think I'm looking to buy, but it's not a NEED for me. I also don't feel that I know enough right now to jump right in. I'm still looking for common failure points on these cars. Rust seems like a big thing as well.
It looks like that car went off market shortly after your initial post, but it's been relisted.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...6804/overview/
It looks like that car went off market shortly after your initial post, but it's been relisted.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/d...6804/overview/
Finding a perfect condition G55 is a little more difficult since they are 10-15 year old trucks now, but they are out there, and their prices usually reflect that. If you're willing/wanting to put in the time and $ to bring one back to the 'perfect' side of the spectrum, those are more easily found at a 'good' price, but of course they do come with their challenges.
As for the above 2011, I think a fair price would be in the low $50k range if it is as 'perfect' as they are representing the service records are complete and up to date.
Last edited by shiann; Jul 20, 2020 at 09:59 PM.
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Check out this 2003 G55 - really low miles in a very classic color combo. I saw a G55 roll by the other day in the city - it sounds mean even just moving at 20mph
You gotta check history and look for rust yourself but if it’s lived in AZ all it’s live under a garage it’s probably a dry car! Those seats look like new!
https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds...#&gid=1&pid=25
You gotta check history and look for rust yourself but if it’s lived in AZ all it’s live under a garage it’s probably a dry car! Those seats look like new!
https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds...#&gid=1&pid=25
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1987 Porsche 911. 2008 G55
Check out this 2003 G55 - really low miles in a very classic color combo. I saw a G55 roll by the other day in the city - it sounds mean even just moving at 20mph
You gotta check history and look for rust yourself but if it’s lived in AZ all it’s live under a garage it’s probably a dry car! Those seats look like new!
https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds...#&gid=1&pid=25
You gotta check history and look for rust yourself but if it’s lived in AZ all it’s live under a garage it’s probably a dry car! Those seats look like new!
https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds...#&gid=1&pid=25
At that price you could get a later model G500 or G550 if you don't want the supercharged motor.
