1981 Mercedes-Benz 230G G-Wagen

[StanGlover]

Here’s my first build of 2022, a Mercedes G-Wagen. This is from the latest 2019 release by Italeri, but it’s the same old ESCI kit from the ‘80s.

The box art doesn’t show the rear end of the truck, but this issue has the molded-in rear D pillar strobes from the Fire Brigade version, and barn doors instead of the single hatch. All of the parts are molded in black plastic, except for the body which is molded in white. 

I painted this kit in all Krylon, with “Brown Boots” satin brown over black primer for the body and cleared, with two coats of Pledge Floor Gloss on top of that. Interior is “Summer Wheat” matte and black primer. Wheels are Tamiya gloss aluminum, lightly sprayed over the bare black plastic. 

This kit builds up very nicely, similar in fit and construction to Japanese kits of the era. But unlike those Japanese kits, this one has some flash to deal with. Overall not bad, and is a fairly quick build with nice details. The decals are especially nice in this issue. I’m happy with how this one turned out!

 

[89AKurt]

Thanks for showing this off, did a nice job.  I was wondering what kind of kit it is.  Nice tires.  Would take some work to make an AMG version.  Even more to do this:

Edited January 10, 2022 by 89AKurt

[StanGlover]

31 minutes ago, 89AKurt said:

Thanks for showing this off, did a nice job.  I was wondering what kind of kit it is.  Nice tires.  Would take some work to make an AMG version.  Even more to do this:

Haha yeah that 6x6 would be a cool build! Revell needs to kit up the new generation of the AMG G-Wagen, would definitely be a hot seller. 

[Rusty92]

Nice job, I think this really captures that G Wagen charm. 

[ChrisR]

Looks great!

[espo]

Great looking G Wagon. Nice looking paint finishes and an interesting looking color. 

[happy grumpy]

Nice looking Mercedes. I like the color choice. It's a nice departure from the familiar grey or black.

[slusher]

Looks Great!

[ewetwo]

Nice build.

 

[stavanzer]

Really, Really great build!

Makes me want to get one. As others noted, the Colour Choice is very fitting for this kit.

[hct728(Bob)]

Nice job! Love the colour, wish I could decide on something for the one I started, just can’t commit to something so I love seeing yours built, well done!