Mercedes-Benz manufactured just over 100 units of the G63 6x6 from 2013 to May 2015.
The importation of the 10 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6x6 units to South Africa was a unique automotive feat, as the vehicle was originally never produced in a right-hand-drive (RHD) configuration.
Here is the breakdown of how these 10 units arrived: 👇
The Origin of the Deal: A wealthy South African enthusiast initially approached Mercedes-Benz to import a 6x6.
He was told that a conversion to RHD would only be viable if there was an order for at least 10 units in late 2015, with many initially registered under Western Cape plates (specifically "CL" for Stellenbosch/Franschhoek).
The Batch Order: Through networking and "WhatsApp groups," enough buyers were gathered to meet the minimum requirement.
All 10 units were reportedly purchased for a combined total of approximately $7 million (about R89.1 million*)at the time.
The Brabus Conversion: Because the factory did not produce RHD versions, these 10 units were sent to the specialist tuner Brabus to be converted from left-hand drive before being shipped to South Africa..
Mercedes-Benz manufactured just over 100 units of the G63 6x6 from 2013 to May 2015.