Hi, I'm considering a G Wagon but not being able to afford the local G500s here in Canada, I'm considering importing one from Japan (relatively easy for Canadians, especially on the west coast). There are quite a few mid 90s G320s (and some G500s) SWB and LWB in Japan with under 120,000 miles for around $12-$15k. Add another $2k-$3k to get it over to and on the road in Canada.
What would I be getting into with one of these? I know the G320s were never in North America but the engine (M104) was used in other Mercedes vehicles over here so I should be able to find parts?
Why do I want one? I absolutely love the way the look. I also do a lot of exploring on logging roads around where I live and I want something more off road capable.
One other consideration is that my wife would be driving it a lot for work so she'd spend quite a bit of time in it. I understand these aren't the most comfortable vehicles but how bad is it really? She loves the way G Wagons look but she also likes a comfortable ride...
What would I be getting into with one of these? I know the G320s were never in North America but the engine (M104) was used in other Mercedes vehicles over here so I should be able to find parts?
Why do I want one? I absolutely love the way the look. I also do a lot of exploring on logging roads around where I live and I want something more off road capable.
One other consideration is that my wife would be driving it a lot for work so she'd spend quite a bit of time in it. I understand these aren't the most comfortable vehicles but how bad is it really? She loves the way G Wagons look but she also likes a comfortable ride...