This 2014 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6×6 is one of approximately 100 examples built in Graz, Austria, by Magna Steyr between 2013 and 2015. Sold new in Japan, the truck was imported to the US in 2019 and federalized by G&K Automotive Conversion of Santa Ana, California. It was acquired by the selling dealer in 2020 and now shows 49k miles. Power comes from a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V8 that sends power to all six wheels via an AMG Speedshift 7G-Tronic seven-speed automatic transmission, a dual-range transfer case, and five electronic differential locks. The truck is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic over a designo black-and-Porcelain quilted leather interior. This G63 AMG 6×6 and is now offered in Blaine, Washington, with Japanese service records, a copy of the data card, NHTSA and EPA import documentation and “show or display” paperwork, and a clean Montana title.
Based on a three-axle variant of the Geländewagen produced for military use, and the civilian G63 AMG 6×6 weighs over 4.5 tons and offers 18″ of ground clearance. This example is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic (197U) and features tubular rear bumpers, carbon fiber fender flares, dual side-exit exhaust outlets on both sides, and a chrome roll bar, side steps, and grille bar.
The 6×6 features a built-in air compressor with in-cabin controls that can inflate or deflate tires based on terrain. Öhlins gas bypass shocks were standard equipment, along with stiffer springs and heavy-duty bump stops compared to the dual-axle G63.
All six 18″ Mercedes-Benz/Hutchinson beadlock wheels feature red accents with Mercedes-Benz center caps and are mounted with 37×12.5″ Pro Comp Extreme MT2 tires. A matching spare wheel is mounted in the wood-paneled cargo bed and can be seen in the gallery. Braking is handled by cross-drilled Brembo discs at all six wheels, and new pads were installed on the rear four wheels in Japan in 2017. The rearmost rotors and brake fluid were also replaced.
The cabin offers seating for four trimmed in designo Exclusive black leather with red contrast stitching and Porcelain accents on the dashboard, center console, quilted and perforated seat inserts, and Alcantara headliner. Amenities include carbon fiber trim, power-adjustable heated and ventilated seats front and rear, dual-zone automatic climate control, COMAND navigation, a rear-seat entertainment system, a Harman Kardon LOGIC7 surround-sound stereo, a power sunroof, and more.
The multi-function steering wheel is wrapped in black perforated leather with Porcelain accents and frames a 280-km/h speedometer, a tachometer, and a color LCD screen along with gauges for fuel level and coolant temperature. Controls for the air compressor system are mounted in the overhead console along with twin Wikai air pressure gauges and a VDO auxiliary fuel level gauge. Just over 49k miles are shown on the digital odometer.
The twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter M157 V8 was hand-assembled by AMG and produced 536 horsepower and 561 lb-ft of torque when new.
The truck is equipped with three portal axles and splits power 30:40:30 under normal conditions via an AMG Speedshift 7G-Tronic seven-speed automatic transmission and two driveshafts. Five electronic differential locks can deliver 100% lockup of all six wheels. Japanese-language service records with English translations can be seen here, anda service history summary prepared by the selling dealer is viewable in the gallery.
A September 2019 letter from the NHTSA states that the truck was imported into the US under a “show or display” exemption, which allows for limited on-road use of up to 2,500 miles per year. The G63 6×6 is included on the list of “Vehicles Determined Eligible for Importation for Show or Display,” a copy of which is included in the gallery.
A decal affixed to the firewall shows that the truck was modified by G&K Automotive Conversion of Santa Ana, California. Paperwork from the EPA that is viewable in the photo gallery shows that the truck was imported to the US in September 2019 and modified by G&K in March 2020.
To any potential buyer of this 2014 Mercedes-Benz G63 6×6, please understand that this vehicle is in the USA on a “show or display” status. It is imperative that any transfer of ownership be approved by the NHTSA prior to title changing hands. The seller will work with the buyer to ensure all limitations are understood and compliance with the current “show or display” title is met. Buyers should be aware that the vehicle is limited to use of no more than 2,500 miles per year while under the “show or display” restrictions. Please contact the seller if you have questions in regard to the NHTSA requirements.
