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Pit26 Motorsports G63

Everyone knows that Americans love pick-ups, and the Southern Californian company Pit26 Motorsports has prepared a truly unique pick-up based on the Mercedes G-Class, the G63.

The G-Class is an outstanding off-road car, and the engineers at Pit26 Motorsports have done their best to make it even better. The wheel track was widened and the floor, thanks to the suspension components developed by the Bilstein company, was raised by 22 centimeters. Each car will be personalized according to the wishes and needs of the clients.

The chassis has been extended by 50 centimeters, which ensures enough space for a luxuriously equipped cabin that can accommodate five people. Behind the second row of seats there is an open cargo space at the end of which the spare wheel is placed. A total of 1,100 working hours were spent on the development and production of the car, which cost about $390,000.

When it comes to the powertrain, Pit26 Motorsports hasn’t changed anything. The G63 is powered by a 4.0L biturbo V8 engine with 585 hp (430 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque. It is mounted on large 18- or 20-inch reinforced Toyo wheels.

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Pit26 Motorsports G63

Source: Pit26 Motorsports

Tuning

Mercedes-AMG G63 with Suicide doors

The German tuner Mansory once again made an effort to upgrade the Mercedes-AMG G63. This time for all G-Class models Mansory offers the “Suicide” doors that can be seen on Rolls-Royce models. Also, the tuner increased the engine power.

The car was premiered at last year’s opening of the Mansory showroom in Dubai. It is equipped with many carbon components such as a new front bumper, roof spoiler, front lip, hood, air intake housing. The job was not easy, because the door has to be redesigned so that it can be opened in a different direction. A lot of care was required because even the smallest details were taken care of, as well as precision. These changes make access to the rear seats even easier, and they are also practical. “Suicide” doors actually come from the era of horse-drawn carriages, and in addition to Rolls-Royce, we can also see them on Mazda RX-8, Opel Meriva, Toyota FJ Cruiser, BMW i3, as well as Fiat 500 3+1.

Inside, the front and rear seats are upholstered in black leather with gray stripes in the center and gray stitching. The same design can be seen on the floor mats, door panels and dashboard, while the steering wheel is covered in leather and carbon. There are also carbon inserts on the armrests, doors and dashboard, while the Mansory logo and lettering are on the door sills and seats.

Under the hood is a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine with 900 hp (662 kW) and 885 lb-ft (1,200 Nm) of torque. A significant increase, if we consider that the base Mercedes-AMG G63 has 585 hp (430 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque.

In the end, it can be said that the tuned Mercedes-AMG G63, with new doors and a carbon equipment kit, has an exclusive and extraordinary look.

Source: Mansory

EV, News

Electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class coming in 2024

The story about the electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class started three years ago. Then the Chairman of the Management Board of Mercedes-Benz, Ola Källenius said: “In the past, there were discussions whether we should eliminate the model. The way I see things now, I’d say the last Mercedes to be built will be and the G-Class.” Although many thought it wouldn’t happen before the second half of the decade, it seems we’re getting closer to the official launch of the first electric G model.

According to Autoblog, Ola Källenius stated that the electric G-Class will hit the market in the next two years. It is part of Mercedes’ long-term plan that includes the electrification of its models by the end of this decade.

A few months ago Merceds-AMG presented the new G63 4×4², which will be powered by a 4-liter V8 biturbo engine with 585 hp (430 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission that transmits power to all wheels. The company claims that the new G-Class reaches 62 mph in less than 5 seconds, but consumes as much as 20 L of fuel per 100 km, which, if we take into account current prices, will empty the wallet of future owners. When it comes to the price, the car costs EUR 250,000.

Source: Autoblog