G-Wagen Engine Transplant in process... - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

Bill Wood · #1 01-16-2003, 05:58 PM

Here's something you don't see every day...

Our client in Vermont said he needed more power so MB Autowerks is pleased to oblige! We are putting an engine from a 1993 S320 into a 1980 G230.

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engatwork · #2 01-16-2003, 06:20 PM

- how bout that air cleaner? Are you running the 320 tranny in it?

tryan · #3 01-16-2003, 10:39 PM

that was the best motor mb ever made. i get to blow the cob webs out of a 93 320 e sedan every once in a while. sweeeeeet.

Bill Wood · #4 01-17-2003, 08:41 AM

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Originally posted by engatwork
- how bout that air cleaner? Are you running the 320 tranny in it?

It's a K&N air filter.

The tranny is the 5-speed manual originally in the G-Wagen. We upgraded the flywheel and the clutch.

Bill Wood · #5 01-17-2003, 03:49 PM

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Originally posted by PaulC
Such a heavy vehicle for even a 3.2. Is it practical to convert a "G" with an MB V8?

It may be possible with a newer G but not likely with the older 460 chassis like this one. The curent G-Wagens are 463 chassis and have much roomier engine bays.