This 1996 Mercedes-Benz G36 AMG was modified by AMG Japan when new and was imported to the US by Cascade Overland Imports in 2023. The truck is powered by an AMG-tuned 3.6-liter inline-six mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. Finished in Brilliant Silver Metallic (744) over black leather upholstery, equipment includes 16″ alloy wheels, three locking differentials, AMG side graphics, inward-facing folding jump seats, heated and power-adjustable front seats, cruise control, automatic climate control, and a Kenwood stereo. Now showing 68k kilometers (~42k miles), this W463 is offered with manufacturer’s literature, service records, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Oregon title.
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This G wagen is finished in Brilliant Silver Metallic (744) with gray AMG side graphics. The front end features a brush guard and dual squared side-exit AMG exhausts tips can be seen on the driverside. Additional features include a halogen headlights, foglights, heated side mirrors, window visors, rear mud flaps, and tinted windows. The amber turn signal lamps were replaced in Japan in 2021 and an original AMG HWA sticker is located in on the driverside rear glass.
Silver 16″ alloy wheels are wrapped with 265/70 Bridgestone Dueler H/L tires. A full-size spare is located under a cover mounted to the rear door. The truck features solid front and rear axles, and stopping power is provided by front discs and rear drums.
The interior is upholstered in black leather and the front seats are heated and electrically adjustable. Burl walnut trim accents the dashboard and center console with an AMG signature visible between the rear window switches. Amenities include air conditioning, cruise control, headlight aiming control, a Kenwood stereo, inward-facing folding jump seats in the rear cargo area, and power windows, mirrors, and door locks.
The leather-wrapped steering wheel frames AMG instrumentation including a 260-km/h speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, fuel-level and temperature gauges, and a set of digital displays. The digital odometer shows 68k kilometers (~42k miles).
The M104 inline-six was modified by AMG Japan with a stroker crankshaft increasing the displacement to 3.6-liters. Power was rated at 276 horsepower and 284 lb-ft of torque when new. The air filter has been replaced and a full fluid service was performed in 2023.
Power is sent to all four wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission, a dual-range transfer case, and locking front, rear, and center differentials that can be engaged via dashboard-mounted switches.
In the mid 90s, Mercedes and AMG had forged a close relationship allowing the then-independent tuner to provide modified versions of Mercedes road cars which were sold new from dealers. Beginning with the C36, AMG expanded their line-up to include other models such as the W463 G-Class. The M104 inline-six received a modified crankshaft along with a larger bore and forged pistons increasing displacement from 3.2 to 3.6 liters resulting in a 60 horsepower bump over the standard G320. With AMG details including an AMG side-exit exhaust, an AMG gauge cluster and an AMG-branded center console, this G-Wagen feels truly unique and serves as an excellent reminder of where the now-famous AMG G-Wagen started. This JDM example appears to be in excellent condition, showing just 68k kilometers with a clean body and interior. For an AMG collector looking for a truly unique W463, this authentic G36 is the perfect buy.
