Royal-owned Mercedes-AMG G 63 V12 hits auction block
he Mercedes-Benz G-Class, synonymous with rugged luxury, has seen numerous high-performance iterations under AMG’s guidance.
However, few are as rare – or as secretive – as the Mercedes-AMG G 63 V12. Hidden from public release, this ultra-exclusive SUV has resurfaced in Dubai, a fitting locale for such an extraordinary machine.
Unlike its more ubiquitous V8 counterparts, this G 63 features a monstrous 6.3-litre V12 engine. Producing just a hair under 330kW, it pairs with a five-speed automatic transmission. While modest by modern AMG standards, this powertrain was moderately innovative when the vehicle debuted two decades ago.
The AMG G 63 V12’s exclusivity stems from its unique production process. Unlike the publicly available Brabus G V12 900, this model was never officially offered for sale.
Mercedes-AMG is believed to have built only five units, and buyers were personally selected from a private customer database.
One such example, delivered in Alabaster White, was ordered through Dubai’s Gargash Mercedes-Benz and delivered to its owner on 10 October 2001. This particular G 63 V12 became an official state vehicle for Dubai’s royal family, proudly bearing the number ‘1’ plate.
Preserved in pristine condition, the 2002 G 63 V12 retains its original grey leather upholstery, burred walnut veneers and velour floor mats.
Additional features include an electronic sliding roof, TV tuner, CD changer and a Nokia hands-free system. Its 18-inch alloy wheels and steel-protected lower body underscore the SUV’s mix of luxury and durability.
Now showing just 44,500km on the clock, this highly unique AMG G-Class is set to be auctioned by RM Sotheby’s on December 1, 2024. Estimated to fetch between US$350,000 and $400,000 (around NZ$600,000 to $680,000), this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of motoring royalty.
