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    Condition of Europa G320

    Hi, I am looking at a 1998 Europa G320 for a fun surf/family around town car. The seller has been very forthcoming with information and very friendly. He sent me these images of some rust bubbles and undercarriage. What are your thoughts? Should I run screaming to the hills or are these...
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    Europa G320, why is this still on the market?

    I have been looking for a Europa truck for a while and noticed this one has been for sale for quite a long time. Last time I checked the price it was 47k, now 37k. Why is this truck lingering? It looks quite nice but perhaps there is something I cannot see from the images? Perhaps its simply...
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    Mid-Size Truck Seat Height

    I am looking for a vehicle to start a family overland build on, I think a truck is the way to go. I have a problem however, I would like to stay with a midsize truck to take advantage of the new small diesels and their mileage. In trying them I cant seem to get comfortable, all the seats are...
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    New to Cruisers-Family Friendly?

    Hi All, As I have my first little one on the way my Defender 90 simply will not cut it anymore. I am looking for something that has a similar aesthetic(60/62) but has a back seat and the ability to mount a baby seat. Do the FJ 60/62 fit the bill? Is there something else I should be looking...
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    New Cummins R2.8 into a Defender?

    Greetings All, With the announcement of Cummins new R2.8 liter diesel crate motor, I have been wondering about swapping one into a Defender. Is anyone doing this swap? Are there reasons why it cannot work? Cheers
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    Importing a G?

    Has Anyone gone down the road of importing and federalizing a G from Europe? It seems that there is a bit of a cottage industry around bringing over JDM vehicles that are now old enough to be legally brought in and then making them comply, I reached out to an importer and they were very...
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    Europa G320 at Mastadon...thoughts?

    A G320 is currently for sale at Mastadon, its a Europa which I believe is a pro here in CA. Thoughts? http://www.mastodon4x4.com/1995-Mercedes-Benz-G-wagon-G-class-G320-EUROPA-4x4-4-wheel-drive-Denver-CO-80403/6186325
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    California Compliant diesel swaps?

    Greetings All, I was wondering about the specifics of a pre-1990 diesel g wagen in CA, I know its a long shot as I'm sure you all can attest. Specifically, I watched the Fast Lane Truck video at Mastadon Motors on youtube and the owner(?) was talking about swapping in US spec diesel motors...
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    How high is too high for Tacoma mileage?

    Greetings! I work for an outdoor educational company in Southern California called Guided Discoveries. We operate three locations on Catalina Island, the roads are rough and we are always cycling through vehicles. I have just started looking at Tacomas, and wondered what mileage I should be...
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    1986 280Ge, anyone know about this truck?

    Found this posting on West Country Explorers Club website, its from April of last year. Anyone know about the truck or where it went? It looks fantastic! Would love to track one down like this in the near future. http://westcountyexplorersclub.com/2014/04/08/spotted-1986-mercedes-benz-280ge/
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    Europa G320? Good First G? Where to find a good one?

    Hi G Community, I have been a lurker here for a while, Love the G Wagon and what it stands for. Up to this point I have had experience in a varied number of off road vehicles from newer Jeeps to Land Cruisers to Land Rovers. I have always wanted a G of my own however. The price and, shall...
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    First Purchase?

    Hey Land Cruiser Community, I have recently realized that I need a larger vehicle for my day to day work and occasional adventuring. I have looked around at the various brands and what they offer and Im pretty sure that I have settled upon a Land Cruiser. Furthermore I have focused my efforts...
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    Defender engine swaps

    Hey All, Pretty new to the site, long time reader however. I currently have a 1997 D90, white, hard top the whole deal. Im sure you all know how gutless the stock 3.9 is, not to mention the fuel economy. Im sure there is a thread somewhere regarding engine swaps in Defenders, hopefully...
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    2000 Europa g500

    Hi everyone, Im new to the world of G Wagons and thought I would get some input from the people who know. I have been using a 97 defender 90 for daily driving as well as some trail work but lately I have been looking into the mercedes alternative. having done some research i decided upon the...
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