[{"id": 4687912, "authorName": "ckittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckittle/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by ckittle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592872385, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4687923, "authorName": "Strokerace", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/strokerace/", "bidAmount": 11500, "content": "$11,500 bid placed by Strokerace", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592872601, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4687934, "authorName": "ckittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckittle/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by ckittle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592872813, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4687972, "authorName": "Thscharmingman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thscharmingman/", "bidAmount": 23000, "content": "$23,000 bid placed by Thscharmingman", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592873460, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4687976, "authorName": "ckittle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckittle/", "bidAmount": 25500, "content": "$25,500 bid placed by ckittle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592873545, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4687978, "authorName": "Thscharmingman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thscharmingman/", "bidAmount": 26500, "content": "$26,500 bid placed by Thscharmingman", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592873566, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4687990, "authorName": "Lendou", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lendou/", "bidAmount": 27000, "content": "$27,000 bid placed by Lendou", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592873709, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4687991, "authorName": "Thscharmingman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thscharmingman/", "bidAmount": 27500, "content": "$27,500 bid placed by Thscharmingman", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592873724, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4688004, "authorName": "Boatymcboatface", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boatymcboatface/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now that is a special G.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1592873962, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4688008, "authorName": "Lendou", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lendou/", "bidAmount": 28500, "content": "$28,500 bid placed by Lendou", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592874006, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4688011, "authorName": "Thscharmingman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thscharmingman/", "bidAmount": 30000, "content": "$30,000 bid placed by Thscharmingman", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592874031, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4688012, "authorName": "Lendou", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lendou/", "bidAmount": 31000, "content": "$31,000 bid placed by Lendou", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592874048, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4688019, "authorName": "Thscharmingman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thscharmingman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Possible to get some pictures of the rear boot?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592874129, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4688042, "authorName": "FXRcR1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fxrcr1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Crazy rare example here. Excited to see what it does.\r\n\r\nTo those Europa (older W463) fans, can anyone direct me to something that properly explains the HVAC system? I have read the manual but I don't think it explains this.\r\n\r\nWhen heat is on it only comes out of the side vents, meanwhile cold air is still coming out of the center vents if you leave them open. That would make sense if the center vents were in fact just outside air. But, when you have AC on the center vents blow all the cold AC'd air and the side vents blow almost nothing. Is this normal? If so, why?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1592874532, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4688214, "authorName": "AllenKrolik", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allenkrolik/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That didn't last long, had a chance to go through this truck pretty well when it was at the Mecum auction in Schaumburg a few months ago. Sadly the party I was with didn't end up buying and 1 Europa G is enough for me. Throw some swipe seals on the front axle and drive this thing! It's solid!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1592878483, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4688225, "authorName": "stpawz99", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stpawz99/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a beauty! Practically brand new...should bring top dollar!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592878631, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4688231, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Additional photos have been added to the gallery by the seller.\r\n\r\n-BaT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592878713, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4688343, "authorName": "Nono2055", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nono2055/", "bidAmount": 32000, "content": "$32,000 bid placed by Nono2055", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592881532, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4688555, "authorName": "annacrown", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/annacrown/", "bidAmount": 33000, "content": "$33,000 bid placed by annacrown", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592891253, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4688612, "authorName": "mortinson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mortinson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! A rare 1999 G500 Classic, one of 500 made to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the G-Wagen. \n\nEvery now and then one of these turns up for sale but most have high mileages. One very low mileage example (17,500 km) has been for sale for some time by G-Zuna in the Netherlands for roughly \u20ac 80k so this one being fully federalized should easily break that mark.\n\nThis is an unique opportunity to acquire a virtually brand-new GWagen of the best vintage ever.\n\nI am green with envy!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1592896450, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4688620, "authorName": "mortinson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mortinson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "On close inpection the only things this beauty needs are new swipe seals on the hubs of the front axle and new rubber gaiters for the joints of the track rod and steering rod ends.\r\n\r\nThe rest looks pristine\r\n\r\nDatacard for the vehicle:\r\n\r\n1999 MERCEDES-BENZ G 500 4X4 2850 (463.241)\r\nGeneral Data\r\nFIN WDB4632411X118033\r\nModel G 500 4X4 2850\r\nEngine 113962 30 118221\r\nTransmission 722630 01 688994\r\nOrder Number 6 - 243 00461\r\nOrder Location COMPANY-OWNED SALES AND SERVICE OUTLET DRESDEN\r\nPaint 1 9182\r\nRelease Date 1999-09-10\r\nDelivery Date 2000-02-18\r\nCode Description\r\n580 AIR CONDITIONER\r\n581 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL\r\nC77 RADIATOR GRILLE WITH CHROME EFFECT\r\nC78 DOOR SILLS STAINL. STEEL 2-FOLD ILLUMINATED *INV*\r\nD27 ELECTRIC SLIDING/LIFTING ROOF\r\nE43 13-POLE TRAILER PLUG SOCKET\r\nEE7 BATTERY 12V, 100 AH\r\nEP5 CD CHANGER\r\nFZ5 ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM (ATA)\r\nGE8 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W5 A 580\r\nGE9 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH TOUCH SHIFT, 5-SPEED\r\nH02 \"BEHR\" AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM\r\nH10 SEAT HEATER FOR DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER\r\nH11 HEATER FOR REAR BENCH SEAT\r\nI85 TIRES 265/60 R18 ALL-SEASON TIRES *INV*\r\nIZ5 ETG-E1*96/79*0064*07 MODEL 463\r\nJ44 INV* ULTRASONIC BACKUP ASSIST\r\nMR6 ENGINE M113 E50\r\nP47 MUDFLAP FRONT\r\nP48 REAR MUD FLAPS\r\nRB9 SPARE WHEEL COVER, STAINLESS STEEL\r\nRL8 45.7 CM (18\") LIGHT ALLOY WHEELS, 5-SPOKE DESIGN\r\nSK2 DRIVER SEAT OCCUPANCY RECOGNITION\r\nSK3 No code designation available\r\nU46 LEATHER EQUIPMENT\r\nV18 INTERIOR TRIM IN BLACK\r\nV56 TRIM, BURRED WALNUT VENEER\r\nV57 LOAD COMPARTMENT COVER\r\nV63 LUGGAGE NETS AT BACKRESTS OF FRONT SEATS\r\nVL1 I* STEERING WHL.+SEL.LEVER IN LEATH./BURL WOOD DES\r\nVL2 VELOUR FLOOR MATS\r\nVL3 EXCLUSIVE PACKAGE\r\nVL5 No code designation available\r\nX02 EC IDENTIFICATION PLATE\r\nX30 VEHICLE REGISTRATION BOOK\r\n\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1592897917, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4688654, "authorName": "Lendou", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lendou/", "bidAmount": 34000, "content": "$34,000 bid placed by Lendou", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592905226, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4688776, "authorName": "Enzo.Ferrari", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/enzo.ferrari/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If I am not mistaken it sold for 51k at Mecum (end of last year).", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1592914969, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4689187, "authorName": "ironcondor1234", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ironcondor1234/", "bidAmount": 35000, "content": "$35,000 bid placed by ironcondor1234", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592923232, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4689287, "authorName": "Lendou", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lendou/", "bidAmount": 35250, "content": "$35,250 bid placed by Lendou", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592924485, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4689347, "authorName": "mserpe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mserpe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "cool option! \r\n\r\nH11 HEATER FOR REAR BENCH SEAT", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1592925263, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4689458, "authorName": "DPC33", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dpc33/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This model is a rare bird. among these very classic and desirable rides. Electric window lifts seem to be only occasional problem. Drive train and rest of vehicle bullet-proof. Have my 02 G for since new and found it to be an excellent ride on and off-road. Winner of this one should be well satisfied. GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1592926649, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4689528, "authorName": "DPC33", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dpc33/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One more comment. For those not familiar with G500s. Europa Models had a mechanical center differential which includes a neutral position. Later model G500's have a Electrically actuated transfer case without the neutral capability. The mechanical transfer case with the neutral allows the vehicle to towed all wheels down. a plus for RV owners who wish to tow it behind an RV.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1592927870, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4689876, "authorName": "Uberklasse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/uberklasse/", "bidAmount": 37911, "content": "$37,911 bid placed by Uberklasse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592932760, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4690949, "authorName": "Hearsecutor", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hearsecutor/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Enzo.Ferrari yes, indeed!\r\n\r\nhttps://www.mecum.com/lots/CH1019-390732/2000-mercedes-benz-g500/", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1592939834, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4693080, "authorName": "Bajajack", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bajajack/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Mecum car was a different color?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1592948897, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4694498, "authorName": "kfine", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kfine/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now I know what the underside of mine looked like 260k miles ago.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1593001067, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4699567, "authorName": "GeraldBus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/geraldbus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019d love to own this as a daily driver. Speculate it should fetch over $60k...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593046891, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4702534, "authorName": "ironcondor1234", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ironcondor1234/", "bidAmount": 40000, "content": "$40,000 bid placed by ironcondor1234", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593111593, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4704048, "authorName": "ironcondor1234", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ironcondor1234/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is the radio code available?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593119529, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4704199, "authorName": "koly", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/koly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful example. \n\nI recommend bidders check with their state DMV to make sure the VIN can be registered before bidding; there were a small batch of Europa G-Wagens that fell into murky territory with the NHTSA when Europa's status changed from importer/federalizer/FSM (final stage mfg). \n\n Just because this G has been registered before in one state doesn't guarantee it will be in another.\n\n(ask me how I know ;-)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1593120829, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4704905, "authorName": "GOGIJAN (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gogijan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "First thanks to all that commented, viewed and bid so far on our GWagen. We're in the process of obtaining the radio code and will submit new photos with the radio on as soon as we have it.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1593133606, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4707124, "authorName": "koly", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/koly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Dear FXRcR1\r\n\r\nYou have the correct interpretation of the HVAC system for these pre-MBUSA Gs. \r\n\r\nWhen the fan is on, those center vents will blow either of A/C air or ambient (outside) air. If you have the A/C on and close those center vents, you will get more A/C air flowing to the side vents. \r\n\r\nIf the heat is on with those center vents open, fan power is shared between the side vents and the center vents (still only blowing ambient temp. air, not heated air), which severely limits the amount of heated air blown through the side, foot, and windshield vents, as the center vents provide the most throughput.\r\n\r\nBasically A/C air can flow through all vents, and heated air *cannot* flow through the center vents.\r\n\r\nNot sure why it was designed that way, but that's how it works.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1593194608, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4709936, "authorName": "GSA1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gsa1/", "bidAmount": 40250, "content": "$40,250 bid placed by GSA1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593211221, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4710328, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An additional photo has been added to the gallery by the seller.\r\n\r\n-BaT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593220662, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4710832, "authorName": "mortinson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mortinson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@koly\r\n\r\nI think it has to do with the ability to blow cold air at your head and warm at your feet simultaneously, something that I could not live without and which was not common on non-German cars at the time", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593248050, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4711097, "authorName": "DavidLamarca", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davidlamarca/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I can not find a 2000 G class on Kelly blue book , the 1st year is is 2002 ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593264254, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4711725, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An additional photo has been added to the gallery by the seller.\r\n\r\n--BaT--", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1593277341, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4711884, "authorName": "elvis100", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elvis100/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A very rare colour I think. Eric Clapton had one in this colour. Looks mint underneath. Snap it up if you can. I owned a w461 and a w463 custom turbo diesel for some time. Safe as houses on the freeway. Tanks.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1593281045, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4711949, "authorName": "koly", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/koly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DavidLamarca\r\n\r\nYou won't find a KBB listing for G-Wagens before 2002.\r\n\r\nMercedes-Benz USA didn't officially import the G-Wagen until 2002. Prior to that, there was one main source for G-Wagens in the US - a company called Europa International in Sante Fe, NM (note the \"Europa\" badge on the lower right corner of the back door).\r\n\r\nEuropa became the exclusive US importer in 1983, and transitioned between several statuses as importer/federalizer, Final Stage Manufacturer and Small Volume Mfg. \r\n\r\nWhen the SUV trend started to kick into high gear, and with Europa having laid a lot of the ground work w/the NHTSA, MB USA purchased the US distribution rights from Europa and began official importation of the G in 2002.\r\n\r\nThe Europa G-Wagens are sometimes deemed more desirable as they have fewer electronics and more reliable parts for things like window regulators.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1593282394, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4711975, "authorName": "GCorp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gcorp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Piece of art! The absolute Best Model years of it too!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593283451, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4712850, "authorName": "CrochetyMillennial", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crochetymillennial/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "W124-era seats, rocker switches, and headlight switch, W140/W220 instrument cluster, W220 steering wheel, and W210 head unit AND an M113...the best-blended Benz you could ask for!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593313288, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4712984, "authorName": "Pablo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pablo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are values of these suppressed with the new version on the market?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1593321866, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4713038, "authorName": "mortinson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mortinson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@elvis100\n\nThis is a special colour MB 9182 a type of ALMADINSCHWARZ MET, exclusive of the 1999 G500 Classic, a limited edition G launched in February 1999 to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the GWagen. To me the 1998-2000 GWagens are the best ever made.\n\nhttps://www.dropbox.com/s/0nvfoho4itxu58m/463199902EN.jpg?dl=0", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593332556, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4714060, "authorName": "Vander", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vander/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DavidLamarca @Koly has some good info on these Europa G-wagens. You can't use KBB on a collector/specialty car anyway, it's not designed for that. It's for someone that wants know how much they should get on trade for their minivan on a new car.\r\n\r\n@pablo This car is old enough that the new version should have no impact on these. I have actually seen early 463 start to go up in value the past few years and demand increase.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1593381006, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4714097, "authorName": "Pablo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pablo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this car actually purple black?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593382147, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4714114, "authorName": "allmack", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allmack/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Buyer: please tag this jewel RAIN, R4IN, PSLYPRK etc.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593382557, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4714185, "authorName": "Lion278", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lion278/", "bidAmount": 42000, "content": "$42,000 bid placed by Lion278", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593385733, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4714188, "authorName": "scottcsd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scottcsd/", "bidAmount": 42250, "content": "$42,250 bid placed by scottcsd", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593385852, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4714304, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Three additional photos have been added to the gallery by the seller.\r\n\r\n-BaT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593390036, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4714471, "authorName": "SofiaLeo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sofialeo/", "bidAmount": 46669, "content": "$46,669 bid placed by SofiaLeo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593397071, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4714900, "authorName": "Lendou", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lendou/", "bidAmount": 47000, "content": "$47,000 bid placed by Lendou", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593435892, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4715259, "authorName": "rba1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rba1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The seals on the knuckles are obviously leaking. Make sure you take it to a good G mechanic because a dealership won\u2019t even do the job. Since you\u2019re in there already, you may as well do a whole front end rebuild which is not cheap. Besides that it looks really clean.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1593444214, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4715285, "authorName": "Turkinator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/turkinator/", "bidAmount": 47670, "content": "$47,670 bid placed by Turkinator", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593444670, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4715352, "authorName": "Lendou", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lendou/", "bidAmount": 48000, "content": "$48,000 bid placed by Lendou", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593445999, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4716745, "authorName": "Turkinator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/turkinator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Curious how a car with less than 5k miles would need a front end rebuild?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593456543, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4717202, "authorName": "GOGIJAN (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gogijan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Seals on the knuckles are NOT leaking contrary to a comment by rba1 and also the front end DOES NOT need to be rebuilt. Its Factory grease that is shown on the pictures of the knuckles. The truck is in pristine condition both cosmetically and mechanically! Let me know should anyone have any additional questions prior to auction end today. Please be assured the winning bidder will be amazed at the condition of this special and unique GWagen! Happy bidding!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1593458834, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4717532, "authorName": "Turkinator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/turkinator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for clarifying.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593460908, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4717545, "authorName": "Turkinator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/turkinator/", "bidAmount": 48250, "content": "$48,250 bid placed by Turkinator", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593460957, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4717587, "authorName": "Lendou", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lendou/", "bidAmount": 48900, "content": "$48,900 bid placed by Lendou", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593461158, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4717590, "authorName": "Max", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/max/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rba1 - All G-wagons show an accumulation of grease at the knuckles - that's just the way part is designed. This example looks pristine. On a low mileage example like this - I'm sure there are a few things like rubber brake lines, bushings or body seals that might need attention - but even on those, MB parts are really hardy and you would definitely drive it for a while, and then address as needed.\r\n\r\nI have a hard time commenting on anything specific for this example - it just looks so clean.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1593461162, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4717701, "authorName": "rba1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rba1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m very familiar with G\u2019s and owned 4. The swipe seals are leaking. They leak on many G\u2019s. That doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s normal. Just because they are letting grease through doesn\u2019t mean you shouldn\u2019t buy it but you should be aware and check the level at the very least. Changing the seals will fix the problem. Simple. But once your in there you will want to change out the rubber boot and the grease.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1593461772, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4717737, "authorName": "scottcsd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scottcsd/", "bidAmount": 49150, "content": "$49,150 bid placed by scottcsd", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593461885, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4717773, "authorName": "AriK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arik/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ahh, i see what you mean", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593462003, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4717944, "authorName": "ironcondor1234", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ironcondor1234/", "bidAmount": 49999, "content": "$49,999 bid placed by ironcondor1234", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593462910, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4718465, "authorName": "scottcsd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scottcsd/", "bidAmount": 50249, "content": "$50,249 bid placed by scottcsd", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593465806, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4718497, "authorName": "gallagherlake", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gallagherlake/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "FWIW, I saw a G500 with this colour combination at a dealership just before Covid hit. The customer was bringing it in for routine maintenance. Every person in the dealership had to come and take a look, it was that special. Whoever obtains this thing is in for a treat, I worked for MBZ for 7 years during this period and never saw this colour combo, it's stunning in person. Congratulations to the new owner.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593465947, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4718501, "authorName": "Turkinator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/turkinator/", "bidAmount": 51000, "content": "$51,000 bid placed by Turkinator", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593465959, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4718504, "authorName": "ironcondor1234", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ironcondor1234/", "bidAmount": 51500, "content": "$51,500 bid placed by ironcondor1234", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593465975, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4718555, "authorName": "Jrutili", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jrutili/", "bidAmount": 52000, "content": "$52,000 bid placed by Jrutili", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593466193, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4718565, "authorName": "scottcsd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scottcsd/", "bidAmount": 52500, "content": "$52,500 bid placed by scottcsd", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593466264, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4718579, "authorName": "Jrutili", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jrutili/", "bidAmount": 55000, "content": "$55,000 bid placed by Jrutili", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593466365, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4718594, "authorName": "Turkinator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/turkinator/", "bidAmount": 56000, "content": "$56,000 bid placed by Turkinator", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593466481, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 4718612, "authorName": "Turkinator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/turkinator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 6/29/20 for $56,000 to Turkinator", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593466603, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 4718619, "authorName": "Ddlp3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ddlp3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great buy!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1593466629, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4718626, "authorName": "stpawz99", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stpawz99/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations to buyer and seller! What a beautiful G wagen!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1593466670, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4718633, "authorName": "Turkinator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/turkinator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks. The color got me.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1593466700, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4718639, "authorName": "stpawz99", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stpawz99/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That's it! I've never seen a more beautiful color from the factory!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1593466751, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 4718766, "authorName": "GOGIJAN (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gogijan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations to the winning bidder! Well bought! I also wanted to thank everyone who commented and bid on this very special GWagen .", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1593467490, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6154828, "authorName": "M.K.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/m.k.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Turkinator\r\nWanna sell it now?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1619977134, "type": "comment"}]