This Suzuki Jimny celebrates carnival as Mercedes-AMG G63 6×6 (and is for sale!).
Suzuki G-Class
The Suzuki Jimny shares its angular lines with the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, making it a popular model to convert into a budget G-Class. It is often fitted with a Mercedes grille, wider wheel arches and AMG-like details to create the illusion of a mini-G-Wagon. In the UK, someone has gone a step further and added a third axle and two extra wheels, exactly like the Mercedes-AMG G63 6×6. This particular creation is now being offered through British auction house Historics Auctioneers.
From 4×4 to 6×4
The base of this rebuilt Jimny is a 2019 model. Originally, it was delivered in Japan as a standard three-door 4×4, but after importing it to the UK, it was completely overhauled by Mocho Fabrication.
The modifications were drastic, it is fair to say. The body was lengthened to make room for the extra axle, which was plucked from another Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the rear body was completely rebuilt. Although the Jimny now looks like a six-wheel-drive beast, it actually has a 6×4 drivetrain. This means that the front two axles distribute power, while the rear wheels roll behind it and are mainly there for looks.
Eye for detail
Interestingly, the extended Jimny does not feature the typical Mercedes look, only the extra set of wheels are a nod to the G-Class. The conversion seems neatly done and the workmanship seems of a high standard. The transformation is not just limited to the exterior. The interior is upholstered in black and light gray leather with a diamond pattern, again a thick nod to the G-Class. Then again, the paint color is not, as according to the auction house, the Jimny was painted in Audi Nardo Grey.
What does the special Jimny cost?
The auction house expects proceeds between 40,000 and 50,000 pounds, about 50 to 60 euro-mill. A hefty sum for a Jimny, but not crazy considering how much work went into this conversion. Moreover, a standard Jimny in the Netherlands is not cheap either. It starts from around 30,000 euros in our country. Unfortunately, the Jimny has since disappeared from the price lists because it no longer meets the stricter European safety regulations. So you can only find it on the second-hand market. And why not go for a 6×4 right away?
See also: Camping with a SUZUKI JIMNY: HELL OR HEAVEN? – AutoRAI TV