This Mercedes Benz G-Wagen Limousine Is Actually A Mahindra Scorpio [Video]
The Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG, more commonly known as the G-Wagen, is the SUV that everyone wants to buy. What a lot of people also want is a limousine. Now, what if we told you that there is a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen limousine in India? Well, you’d say that we are kidding. However, we are not wrong—there is a G-Wagen limousine in India. It must be mentioned that underneath its skin, it is actually a 2012 Mahindra Scorpio.
Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen Limousine
Recently, we came across a video on YouTube that shows a white Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen limousine. The video featuring this limousine has been shared on YouTube by Jaipur Jeep Lovers on their channel. In this short video, the host mentions that this particular limousine has been converted into a G-Wagen by their shop.
He starts at the front and mentions that they have given it a completely new front fascia. It gets new LED headlights, a new G-Wagen-style grille, the same bonnet, and turn indicators on the fenders. He also highlights that they have added a custom metal bumper and new fenders as well. The front grille of this vehicle also has colorful LED lights behind it.
Following this, the vlogger moves to the side profile of the vehicle. He mentions that the vehicle has aftermarket alloy wheels finished in golden color. It can also be noted that the vehicle has been stretched in the middle, and it gets a massive glass panel in the middle. The host highlights that they have added custom side skirts to the vehicle, which start from the front and go all the way to the rear.
Finally, he shows the rear end of this particular limousine. He states that they added a custom rear cover for the spare wheel with the Mercedes-Benz logo. They have also added a custom metal bumper with rear lights that resemble the ones seen on the original G-Wagen.
Interior of This Limousine
After giving a detailed walkaround of the exterior of this particular G-Wagen replica limousine, the vlogger highlights that it also gets a fully custom-made interior. It has been given a massive sofa on the right side, finished in white and black leather. It also gets an LED TV behind the driver compartment, and there are lights on the side panels as well.
Which SUV Is This Based On and Its Cost?
As mentioned above, this particular Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen replica limousine is based on a 2012 Mahindra Scorpio. It was designed back in 2012 when the owner of this particular Scorpio sent it to get converted into a limousine. The total cost came to around Rs 40 lakh. As for the price of conversion into a G-Wagen, it was Rs 3.5 lakh.
This particular vehicle has been designed for people to hire for weddings and birthday parties. The host mentioned that this limousine can be hired across the country. In the video, he does not mention the rental price of this particular limousine.
Is It Legal?
In India, modifying any vehicle is illegal, even if it is just cosmetic. Over the years, RTO departments from across the country have seized many such limousines, as cutting a vehicle in half and extending it is illegal. Also, these vehicles are generally not safe. They do not have the structural integrity of the original chassis, which gets chopped up and rewelded, making it less rigid.