- The G-Vintage is inspired by the 1970s and looks absolutely fantastic.
- Nine exterior colors will be available, including several very bright options.
- The limited-run model produces an almighty 805 hp.
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has always been extremely popular to modify and upgrade but oftentimes, tuners take things a little too far in the pursuit of striking looks and ridiculous performance. Carlex Design has taken a slightly different approach with its new creation, dubbed the G-Vintage, and it’s now available to order.
So, what exactly is the G-Vintage? Well, as the name suggests, it is a G-Class outfitted with some classic, or vintage, design elements, in combination with all the modern tech of the current model.
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The modified SUV will be built to order and will feature a chrome front bumper, front grille and badge, chrome side steps, and a chrome rear bumper. The Mercedes also rocks 20-inch wheels designed to mimic the classic Mercedes hubcaps and complemented by white-wall tires. There are plenty of other chrome elements too, including the wing mirrors, window surrounds, and the spare wheel carrier.
Customers will have nine colors to choose from, including Lime Pop, Champagne Fizz, Pink Glow, Tangerine, Raspberry Punch, Green Breeze, Ivory, Sand Dune, and Noir, all of which also rock white accents.
Being a leading interior specialist, Carlex has also overhauled the G-Wagen’s cabin. Almost every single panel is now wrapped in a combination of vintage leather and Alcantara, available in three colors. The style of this vintage leather adds to the 4×4’s retro feel and suits it to a tee. The tuner has worked its magic on the G-Class’s rear cargo area too, adorning the floor with wooden panels, a feature replicated on the back of the rear seats.
As each G-Vintage from Carlex will be built to order, shoppers will be given plenty of opportunity to spec out their vehicle and ensure it stands out.
No tuned G-Class would be complete without some engine upgrades so Carlex has upgraded the G63’s twin-turbo V8, allowing it to pump out 805 hp and 752 lb-ft (1,020 Nm) of torque. There’s no word on how much the special G costs, but if you have to ask, you can’t afford it.
