Buying a G stored for 9 years

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Tue, 20/08/2013 - 11:51
Elbistan
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Hi All, 

I am after a G wagon and have come accross one for sale on Ebay which has been stored in a garage for 9 years. What are the pros and cons of buying a G that has been stored for that long. Also what would you think would be a realistic price for this G please. 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1988-MERCEDES-G-WAGON-300-GD-G-WAGEN-G-CLASS-/310725778332?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item4858b31b9c

Any advice appreciated. 

Elbistan

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Tue, 20/08/2013 - 12:03
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Re: Buying a G stored for 9 years

Well presented, for a restored vehicle, it seems cheap but as a standard vehicle it is reasonable.

Regarding my view on restored vehicles (forum saying, oh, there he goes again - Duck!) I willl draft one and post it a little latter after putting my thoughts to the topic.

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Tue, 20/08/2013 - 12:13
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Re: Buying a G stored for 9 years

Cars need to be used as a rule of thumb so much can go wrong, from sludge in the fuel to siezed brakes and half a hundred other things too. I would try to take someone knowledgeable in w460s and get them to do a thorough inspection.

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Tue, 20/08/2013 - 12:53
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I would agree with PRW. On the surface looks a great truck, but the problem with 'Barn Finds' like this are exactly what PRW has commented. I would also check the bearings on the wheels as , if it has been standing for a long time the weight of the truck may have , over time, made them less round and more oval, which, as you start driving will cause even more damage!

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Tue, 20/08/2013 - 15:31
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Re: Buying a G stored for 9 years

Thank you all for your replies very much appreciated. 

Elbistan

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Tue, 20/08/2013 - 19:01
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Re: Buying a G stored for 9 years

It seems to have been sold, but not on eBay.

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Tue, 20/08/2013 - 19:01
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Re: Buying a G stored for 9 years

It seems to have been sold, but not on eBay.

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Tue, 20/08/2013 - 21:08
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Re: Buying a G stored for 9 years

That was quick...!!  I was suppose to go and see it on Sunday sad. I hope whoever bought it enjoys it. 

 

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