A capable and characterful modern classic 4x4, this Mercedes-Benz 300 GD is an early W460-series ‘G-Wagen’ featuring a robust engine and differential locks. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 3.0-litre inline-five ‘OM617’ diesel engine, driving all four wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission and low-range gearing. This original Australian-delivered model was first registered in January 1983, and it has recently been acquired by the seller and reportedly its third owner. The car is currently unregistered, though it was previously registered on historic plates in NSW. The odometer indicates just 68,826 km, which is supported by the maintenance history record. Build year: 1982 This W460-era 300 GD is finished in the timeless shade of Light Ivory, over a tan part vinyl and check cloth-trimmed interior, featuring a black dashboard and transmission tunnel. It rides on a set of 16-inch painted steel wheels fitted with Continental Cross Contact tyres. Equipment includes front and rear axle differential locks (code A70, A71), heat-absorbing glass, a factory air-conditioning system, a rear spare wheel carrier, headlamp protection grilles, short-range interference suppression, a two-piece rear bumper, a heavy-duty fan, a Mercedes-Benz-branded cassette stereo, a VDO analogue clock, and two 13.5-litre additional fuel tanks. This example has been fitted with a heavy-duty front brush bar. The car comes with the original maintenance booklet with 17 service stamps, the original data card, the owner’s manual and Mercedes-Benz Australia booklet, the factory air-conditioning manual, the cassette stereo manual, two original keys, Continental tyre purchase receipts, a couple of other parts invoices, and the original first aid bag and warning triangle. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: a prior repaint has been carried out to a high standard within the last 10 years, during which time rust-prone areas were addressed, and the car has since been kept garaged. There are a few minor dents visible: a small one on the driver’s door, another on the rear left-hand panel, and three or four light impressions on the bonnet. The driver’s seat cushion is slightly misaligned, and there is a small area of the driver’s footwell mat that has peeled. The last maintenance was in March 2025, carried out by West Star Autos (NSW), which included a general lubrication service, as well as replacement of the passenger-side rear wheel cylinder, and flush and refill of the brake fluid. Prior to this, it was serviced in September 2024 by West Star Autos, including engine oil and filter, cleaning out of the air filter, a new fuel filter, and new wiper blades. A transmission service was carried out in February 2024 at 57,731 km by APS Richmond, as subcontracted work from West Star Autos. Dates and mileage: Jan 1983 - Delivered new - Diesel Motors (Bentley WA) May 1983 - 1,389 km - Chellingworth Motors (WA) Apr 1986 - 12,740 km - Chellingworth Motors (WA) Apr 1988 - 18,000 km - Caltex Ocean Reef (WA) Jul 1990 - 20,960 km - Caltex Ocean Reef (WA) Aug 1991 - 21,500 km - Fletchers Vehicle Service (WA) Jan 1994 - 29,107 km - Roadbend Motors (WA) Jun 1999 - 35,932 km - Roadbend Jaguar (WA) Mar 2000 - 37,349 km - Roadbend Jaguar (WA) Jun 2003 - 39,177 km - Roadbend Jaguar (WA) Feb 2005 - 39,464 km - Roadbend Jaguar (WA) Feb 2008 - 40,239 km - Roadbend Jaguar (WA) Jun 2009 - 40,412 km - Roadbend Jaguar (WA) Jan 2020 - 45,000 km - 4x4 Classic Bathurst (NSW) Jun 2021 - 49,717 km - CMR Mercedes-Benz Service (NSW) Nov 2021 - 50,003 km - West Star Autos (NSW) Nov 2022 - 53,479 km - West Star Autos (NSW) Apr 2023 - 54,901 km - West Star Autos (NSW) Aug 2023 - 56,132 km - West Star Autos (NSW) Feb 2024 - 57,731 km - West Star Autos (NSW) Sep 2024 - 62,102 km - West Star Autos (NSW) Mar 2025 - 66,854 km - West Star Autos (NSW) This W460-generation Mercedes-Benz 300 GD is a charming and sought-after early ‘G-Wagen’, presented in a factory-correct specification. Combining rugged mechanical underpinnings with an honest and largely original aesthetic, it would make a worthy addition to any collection of classic off-roaders or a distinctive weekend utility vehicle with great character.