Overview of the Mercedes-Benz G450d AMG Line Package
This is about as close to a brand new Mercedes-Benz G-Class as a buyer will ever find at Japanese auction. First registered in August of Reiwa 8, which is August 2026, this G450d AMG Line Package has covered just 36 kilometres, a figure that equates to roughly 22 miles. In practical terms this is a delivery mileage example, barely run in, sold with one owner recorded on the auction sheet and never previously offered at auction before this listing.
The car is chassis code 3CA-465310C, powered by the 3.0 litre in line six diesel unit paired with mild hybrid assistance that Mercedes-Benz badges as the 450d, driving all four wheels through the G-Class's proven automatic transmission and dual range transfer case. Finished in solid black over a black leather interior, this example sits on the AMG Line Package specification and carries a long list of factory options that are detailed further down this report, including the MANUFAKTUR programme, Nappa leather, a sliding glass roof, Burmester sound and seat ventilation.
Offered through USS HAA Kobe under lot number 82093, this G-Class carries an auction grade of S with an interior grade of A, the highest combination USS awards and one rarely seen outside near new vehicles such as this. The auction start price is set at ¥20,000,000, and with no directly comparable sold results currently on record for this specification, this is a genuinely fresh opportunity for a buyer anywhere in the world to secure what amounts to a new build Mercedes-Benz G450d straight from the Japanese domestic market.
The Drive Review
The current generation G-Class, internally coded W463, represents the most significant engineering overhaul the model has received since its military origins in the late 1970s. Despite keeping the unmistakable upright silhouette, exposed door hinges and spare wheel mounted on the rear door, the modern G-Class rides on an entirely new independent front suspension and a live rear axle, both located by a multi link arrangement that dramatically improves on road manners without sacrificing the vehicle's genuine off road ability.
In 450d guise the G-Class uses Mercedes-Benz's OM656 derived 3.0 litre straight six turbo diesel, boosted by a 48 volt integrated starter generator that fills in torque at low revs and smooths the stop start experience that diesel buyers often find intrusive in lesser vehicles. The result is strong, effortless low down pull, a trait well suited to the G-Class's considerable height and weight, combined with meaningfully better fuel economy than the petrol engined G-Class models. The nine speed automatic gearbox shifts cleanly and the low range transfer case, locking centre differential and optional locking front and rear differentials mean this is still a vehicle capable of serious off road work, not merely a fashion accessory.
On road, the modern G-Class feels nothing like its boxy predecessors. Steering has real weight and precision, the ride on the independent front end is far more composed over broken surfaces, and the cabin is hushed enough to make the diesel's distant six cylinder thrum feel like a background note rather than a defining characteristic. It remains a tall, heavy vehicle and physics cannot be entirely engineered away in corners, but for a vehicle that can still wade through water, climb steep inclines and tackle genuine rough terrain, the on road refinement is remarkable. This is a car that rewards drivers who want old school mechanical ability wrapped in a thoroughly modern luxury cabin, and the diesel engine in particular suits owners who cover real distance and want the character of the G-Class without the thirst of the V8 petrol AMG variants.
Auction Details
This Mercedes-Benz G450d AMG Line Package was offered at USS HAA Kobe under lot number 82093, with the auction held on 3 October 2026. The auction grade is S, representing the highest condition rating USS applies, with a separate interior grade of A, again at the top end of the scale used for cabin condition. The auction start price is set at ¥20,000,000. No Autoselecta guide bidding range has been set for this particular car given its near unique specification and lack of directly comparable sold results, so interested buyers should refer to the live price panel on this page for current figures, which are calculated and updated independently of this written report. All bids must be submitted before 9PM UK time the evening before auction.
Vehicle Specifications
Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz, model G-Class, grade G450d AMG Line Package, chassis code 3CA-465310C, first registered August Reiwa 8 (August 2026). Engine capacity 3,000 cc, six cylinder diesel with 48 volt mild hybrid assistance, fuel type diesel. Transmission is a CAT automatic, drive type 4WD with low range transfer case. Steering is left hand drive. Exterior colour is black, factory colour code 197, with no colour change recorded on the sheet. Interior colour is black. Odometer reading is 36 km, equivalent to approximately 22 miles. Body style is a five door SUV. Seating capacity is five. Frame number W1N4653101X100742. Vehicle dimensions are length 468 cm, width 198 cm and height 198 cm. The shaken inspection on this Japanese registered example runs until 30 August Reiwa 11, which is August 2029. Recorded registration plate is Oita 301 se 9458, and the recycling deposit held against the vehicle is ¥21,880.
Factory Features and Equipment
The auction sheet lists an extensive factory options package befitting a top specification G-Class. These include the MANUFAKTUR programme with Nappa leather trim, along with the MANUFAKTUR programme plus upgrade, the AMG Night Package, the AMG Line Package itself, and a sliding glass roof. Comfort equipment includes heated and ventilated seats, genuine Mercedes-Benz navigation with TV function, a 360 degree camera system, a genuine dashcam and ETC electronic toll collection equipment. The sheet also notes a digital rear view mirror with an integrated dashcam function, premium floor mats specific to the AMG Line Package, and a Burmester surround sound system. Air conditioning is listed as AAC, Mercedes-Benz's automatic climate control. The car is recorded as a non smoking example.
Of particular note to any buyer is the Ceramic Pro 9H ceramic coating applied in two layers across the exterior, glass and wheels, with an application certificate present according to the sheet. This is an aftermarket paint protection product rather than a factory applied finish, but it indicates a level of care taken with this essentially new vehicle since its original registration.
Japanese Auction Report Translation
This translation has been carried out and checked by Autoselecta staff directly from the original auction sheet, and every line relevant to this vehicle's condition and specification is included below rather than summarised away.
The sheet records first registration as Reiwa 8, August, which is August 2026. The model is listed as Mercedes-Benz G Class, grade G450d AMG Line Package, chassis type 3CA-465310C, engine capacity 3000 cc, body style five door, drive 4WD. Auction grade is recorded as S, with interior supplementary grade A. The shaken inspection period runs until 30 August Reiwa 11 (2029). Odometer reading is 36 km. Transmission is listed as CAT, meaning automatic. Air conditioning is recorded as AAC, automatic climate control. Exterior colour is recorded as black in the original colour, with no colour change marked. Colour code is 197. Fuel type is recorded as diesel. Interior colour is recorded as black. The new car service book, including warranty document, is recorded as present, shown by the circled entry on the sheet. Import category is recorded as dealer, indicating official import through an authorised channel. Steering position is left hand drive. Recycling deposit held is 21,880 yen. Seating capacity is five. Registration plate recorded is Oita 301 se 9458. Frame number is W1N4653101X100742. Dimensions are recorded as length 468 cm, width 198 cm, height 198 cm.
Under sales points, the sheet notes that this is the first time the car has been offered at auction, that it has had one owner, and that it is left hand drive. It lists the MANUFAKTUR programme with Nappa leather, the MANUFAKTUR programme plus upgrade, the AMG Night Package, the AMG Line Package, a sliding glass roof, seat heaters and seat ventilation, genuine navigation with TV and a 360 degree camera system, and a genuine dashcam together with ETC.
Under points to note, the sheet records a digital rear view mirror with dashcam function, confirms the car as non smoking, repeats the AMG Line Package and notes premium floor mats, lists a spare key and a Burmester sound system, and details the Ceramic Pro 9H two layer coating with an application certificate present, applied simultaneously to the glass and wheels. A final note states that the warranty booklet, owner's manual and spare key will be sent to the buyer at a later date, which Autoselecta would recommend confirming directly with the auction house before bidding, given that the sales points section separately lists a spare key as present with the vehicle.
The sheet's header identifies it as sitting within the Imported Car Prime Corner, and a further note referencing an Imported Car Prime Time appears to be the first preference entry, though this line is partially cut off at the bottom of the image and cannot be read with full confidence. The equipment tick box section covering items such as sunroof, genuine alloy wheels, power steering, power windows, leather, TV, navigation and airbag is printed with each item in its own oval, and none shows a separate hand drawn mark to confirm it, so no items are being claimed from that box specifically; the equipment confirmed elsewhere on the sheet and detailed above should be relied upon instead.
Damage Diagram and Body Condition
The damage diagram on this auction sheet is blank, with no scratch, dent, rust, repaint or replacement panel markings recorded anywhere on the body outline. There is no W, P, A, U, S, C, X or Y notation present. The spare tyre circle on the diagram is also left blank with no entry. Combined with the S exterior grade awarded by the inspector, this points to a vehicle in as new external condition, consistent with its registration date of August 2026 and odometer reading of just 36 km. This is not a restored or well preserved older car being assessed on a sliding scale, it is effectively a brand new G-Class that has barely turned a wheel, and the auction sheet reflects that with an entirely clean diagram.
Interior Condition
The interior is awarded an A grade by the inspector, one step below the highest S grade used for cabin condition and a rating that, on a vehicle with only 36 km recorded, is likely to reflect USS's standard caution in awarding top interior marks to very low mileage cars with factory protective coverings still present, rather than any specific wear. The cabin is trimmed in black Nappa leather as part of the MANUFAKTUR programme, with heated and ventilated seats, a digital instrument cluster, genuine navigation and TV function, and a Burmester sound system. Premium floor mats specific to the AMG Line Package are fitted. No damage, staining, tearing or odour issues are recorded anywhere on the sheet for the interior. The photographs provided show a clean, uncluttered dashboard and steering wheel with factory plastic protection still visible in places, the digital instrument display showing a total odometer reading of 0 km on the dashcam screen capture alongside a separate display reading 845 km of estimated range, and the cabin presenting in an essentially unused state consistent with the sheet's findings.
Japanese Auction Grades
Japanese auction houses such as USS grade vehicles independently of any service history or workshop records, judging purely on what the inspector can see and physically check on the day. An overall grade of S, as awarded here, sits above the familiar 6 and above the common 5, and is generally reserved for vehicles in exceptional, close to new condition, which on a car of this age and mileage is exactly what would be expected. The separate interior grade, recorded here as A, follows its own scale running from S down through A, B, C and D, with A representing a cabin with no significant wear, odour or damage. Buyers new to Japanese auctions should understand that these grades are an experienced inspector's independent assessment of condition rather than a guarantee of mechanical perfection, and should always be read alongside the full sheet translation and any accompanying photographs, as has been provided here.
Model History
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class traces its roots back to 1979, when it was developed as a military and utility vehicle in partnership with Steyr-Daimler-Puch in Austria, where production continues to this day. Its boxy, upright shape and ladder frame chassis with solid axles made it a favourite with militaries, aid organisations and serious off road users for decades, while a parallel civilian market grew steadily, particularly in Europe and the Middle East. Mercedes-Benz resisted modernising the fundamental shape even as it layered on increasingly luxurious trim levels through the 1990s and 2000s, turning what began as a utilitarian workhorse into one of the most recognisable status symbols in the automotive world.
The current W463 generation, introduced for the 2018 model year, was a ground up overhaul that retained the familiar silhouette while fitting independent front suspension, a new ladder frame, and a fully modernised interior and electronics architecture shared with the rest of the Mercedes-Benz range. The G450d sits within the diesel line up of this generation, using the brand's six cylinder diesel engine with mild hybrid assistance to offer strong real world performance and improved efficiency compared with the petrol V8 AMG models, while retaining full low range off road capability. The AMG Line Package fitted to this example adds a sportier aesthetic treatment without moving into full AMG mechanical territory, making it a popular choice among buyers who want the visual presence of the AMG models with the diesel engine's long legged character.
Why This Model Has Become Collectible
The modern G-Class occupies an unusual position in the market. It is not a limited production classic in the traditional sense, yet genuine low mileage, unmodified examples in top specification are becoming increasingly difficult to source, particularly outside Japan and the Middle East where the model enjoys enormous ongoing popularity. Waiting lists for new G-Class models remain long in many markets, and the combination of a 2026 registration date with just 36 km on the odometer means this car effectively allows a buyer to bypass that wait entirely while acquiring a vehicle that has never been used.
The G-Class's enduring desirability comes from its unique blend of genuine off road engineering, a design language that has barely changed in silhouette for over four decades, and a level of luxury and technology in this current generation that puts it on par with Mercedes-Benz's flagship saloons. Its status as a Japanese domestic market car with official dealer import, a one owner history and a near perfect auction grade adds further appeal to collectors and enthusiasts who understand that very few G-Class examples anywhere in the world will ever present with this little use. The diesel 450d variant in particular appeals to buyers who want the character and capability of the G-Class without the running costs associated with the larger petrol engines, while still retaining a model specific driving experience that no modern crossover can replicate.
What To Look For When Buying This Model
Buyers considering any G-Class of this generation should be aware that the model, despite its luxury trappings, remains mechanically closer to a genuine off roader than most of its rivals, and a handful of specification and condition points are worth checking carefully regardless of mileage. Given this example's essentially new condition, the usual concerns around tyre wear, brake condition, suspension bushings and interior wear that apply to higher mileage G-Class examples are not relevant here, and nothing on the auction sheet or in the photographs suggests any mechanical or cosmetic issue.
What buyers should specifically confirm before bidding on this car is the status of the warranty booklet, owner's manual and spare key, which the auction sheet notes will be sent to the buyer at a later date, despite a spare key also being listed among the car's sales points. Autoselecta would recommend clarifying this discrepancy with the auction house directly as part of the purchase process. Buyers should also note that the Ceramic Pro coating applied to the paintwork, glass and wheels is an aftermarket protective treatment rather than a factory applied finish, and while an application certificate is recorded as present, this is a product applied after the vehicle left the factory rather than something fitted by Mercedes-Benz.
Why Import This Car From Japan
Japan's auction system and its culture of careful vehicle ownership mean that genuinely low mileage, well documented examples like this one surface more readily through Japanese auctions than through most other markets. A one owner, 36 km G450d with an S auction grade and full factory option list of this calibre is an unusual find anywhere in the world, and the transparency of the Japanese auction sheet system, with its independent grading and detailed condition notes, gives buyers a level of pre purchase information that is rarely available when buying privately or through traditional dealer channels overseas.
Ultimate Guide For Japanese Imports
Importing a vehicle from Japan involves purchasing through the auction system, arranging export preparation and deregistration in Japan, organising shipping to the destination country, and then completing that country's own import, customs and registration requirements, which vary significantly depending on where the buyer is based. Specification differences such as left hand drive, as fitted to this example, can simplify matters considerably for buyers in left hand drive markets, while buyers in right hand drive countries will need to check their own national rules around left hand drive vehicles before proceeding. Autoselecta manages every stage of this process on behalf of its clients and can advise on the specific requirements applicable to the buyer's own country.
Why Import Through Autoselecta
Autoselecta gives buyers direct access to Japanese auction houses including USS HAA Kobe, with full auction sheet translation and transparent reporting on every vehicle, exactly as provided in this report. The Autoselecta team handles vehicle sourcing, bidding on the buyer's behalf, export paperwork, shipping arrangements, vehicle tracking where available, and import support on arrival in the buyer's own country, with clear communication provided at every stage of the process from initial bid through to final delivery.
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Auction Caution
Vehicles sold at Japanese auction, including this one, are inspected and graded before sale, but they remain used or in this case essentially new vehicles sold through an auction system, and the auction sheet should always be treated as an independent condition guide rather than a mechanical warranty. In this particular case the damage diagram is recorded as entirely blank and no mechanical faults, warning lights or condition issues are noted anywhere on the sheet, which is consistent with a vehicle registered in August 2026 with only 36 km covered. The one point buyers should carry forward from this report is the sheet's note that the warranty booklet, owner's manual and spare key will be sent at a later date, which should be confirmed before bidding given the separate listing of a spare key among the car's sales points.
