Just noticed on the http://www.jtoutfitters.com/mercedes4x4/ board that someone has posted some G-Wagen and ML crash photos. Nothing morbid.

You could solicit that groups opinion, and you will get them, decidedly Pro G. You might be able to glean a "gem" or two to help you in your quest.

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S, J.R. Brown
2000 G500 LWB Obsedian Black
2005 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab Off Road Sport
1993 Volvo 240 Sedan Anthracite
1980 450SEL Champange (owned it for 15 years. Great car)
1986 280GE LWB Anthracite (Sold it and kinda wish I hadn't)