£37,356
2000 Mercedes-Benz G500 ex-Eric Clapton
Historics • UK • 24 Sept 2022
Market Position:
Upper Mid-Market
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£37,356
2000 Mercedes-Benz G500 ex-Eric Clapton
UK • 24 Sept 2022 • Lot 152
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 2000 Mercedes-Benz G500, formerly owned by Eric Clapton, presents a unique blend of rugged off-road capability and luxury. Recently serviced and re-commissioned in the UK, it boasts modern upgrades like an Alpine sound system and shows some signs of wear consistent with its age and use. Its celebrity provenance adds an interesting dimension to its desirability.
Condition
6
The vehicle description indicates the car is in good condition, having been serviced and re-commissioned. It mentions some wear and tear is present, and some reconditioning has occurred recently. The presence of modern upgrades and a celebrity connection add appeal.
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97,000 miles
V155VKE
2000
Auction
WDB4632412X121984
RHD
United Kingdom
£37,356
2000 Mercedes-Benz G500 ex-Eric Clapton
Historics • UK • 24 Sept 2022
Market Position:
Upper Mid-Market
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Description
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class or G-Wagen, short for Geländewagen (or cross-country vehicle), is a four-wheel drive vehicle/sport utility vehicle and characterised by its boxy styling and body-on-frame construction.
It utilizes three fully locking differentials, one of the few vehicles to have such a feature.
Originally developed as a military vehicle and offered as a civilian version in 1979, it proved so competent and popular that demand has ensured it is still in production today.
Demand came from all over the world with such patronage as the Vatican and the, now famous, series of 'Popemobiles' to use on the Paris-Dakar Rally and many exploratory trips including one to Siberia, the worlds coldest region and driving a standard model traveling 19,000km without breakdown in temperatures as low as -63°F.
Presented in brilliant silver with black leather trim, this desirable G500 was initially registered to Eric Clapton in September 2000 in Antigua, with the purpose to be used we are infor...
Price Analysis vs Other (G-Wagon) G 500s
£14,335
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£33,383
Median Price (Since 2020)
£400,792
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous (G-Wagon) G 500 Sales
MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 12th Sept 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
105,864 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 12th Sept 2026, 105,864 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Passed
On 10th Sept 2025, 104,988 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Passed
On 13th Sept 2024, 102,916 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Passed
On 8th Sept 2023, 99,755 miles
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Unit D, Lyndhurst Buildings, Lyndhurst Road, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 9ED
Operating from Ascot, Berkshire, Historics is a physical auction house handling classic, sports, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions in the UK and offer vehicle consignment and valuation services.
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