Mercedes-AMG G63 loses its roof and gets suicide doors
Not exactly what you’d find in a Mercedes dealership, a limited number of Mercedes-AMG G63 have been custom-prepared as an opulent and bespoke cabrio boasting a whopping price tag.
You can put a price tag on custom Mercedes treatment. At least that is the case with Refined Marques and their Mercedes-AMG G63 which is an act of opulence and attention to detail.
The German custom tuner has boldly ventured where Mercedes-Benz has not by crafting chopping the roof off of the rowdy V8 4×4. Drawing inspiration from the G500 Final Edition and utilizing the new G63 as its canvas, this one-of-20 creation boasts a 430 kW twin-turbo V8 engine.
The sonorous motor isn’t the focal point of the bespoke model however since the distinguishing feature of Refined Marques’ Mercedes-AMG G63 Cabriolet is the addition of two suicide rear doors, enhancing accessibility to the rear bench.
Related: Road Test Figures: Mercedes-AMG GT63 S E Performance
In the realm of AMG-converted G-Wagon convertibles, this venture seeks to fill a conspicuous void. Originally envisioned as a one-off project, the idea took a fascinating turn when Refined Marques CEO Ahmed Al Bakry’s son proposed the concept during a drive in their existing G Brabus. The rear doors, initially designed to open conventionally, evolved into suicide doors to facilitate easier access for larger passengers.
The 20-unit limited production gained traction as word spread among Al Bakry’s affluent clientele, predominantly composed of collectors from the Middle East. Far from a hastily executed aftermarket endeavour, the development of the G63 Cabriolet spanned 18 months, driven by a commitment to achieving or surpassing factory-level quality. Al Bakry’s attention to detail even garnered approval from a former head of quality control at Mercedes-Benz, who found no faults after an hour-long inspection.
Related: Mercedes-AMG CLE53 Coupe Debuts with Athletic V6
Despite being an aftermarket creation, the demand for the G63 Cabriolet has been robust, with most of the allocated units already spoken for. Al Bakry disclosed that a waiting list is in place for potential buyers, and the owner of the showcased China Blue model has turned down an offer exceeding double the $1,3 million (R24 million) starting price. Prospective buyers seeking this distinctive G-Wagen will likely have to explore the second-hand market, and exclusivity comes at a premium in this bespoke automotive realm.
Browse thousands of new and used cars here with CARmag.
The post Mercedes-AMG G63 Loses its Roof and Gets Suicide Doors appeared first on CAR Magazine.
