G Wagon Ownership is Strange.

The G Wagon is an iconic SUV and for good reason; however, it's not all rainbows and butterflies.
I'm going over my ownership experience and giving thoughts on what it's like to own one.
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[@dominicscalise]

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[@festusomojuwa6199]

I am on my second G-Wagon. Bought the first one a 2004 G500 that has always been my dream car. When I got some more money, i went for the G55 AMG Black. It's super fast and I am so loving it. G wagon got soul, nothing else matters.

[@TrucksOfWildwood]

How’s your review on the g55?

[@bikerman6907]

Cool!👍 I bought my ultra low mileage silver 2006 G55 AMG in 2020. Very happy that I have one in my collection. Funny you mentioned the G500. After Easter I am gonna look at a mint condition G500 from 1998. Did you like the G500, if you compare it to your G55 AMG 😃

[@ahpoiseheh]

I'm not even into cars or Barbours or Rolex... but I'm just bingewatching your reviews cause... IT'S SO MUCH FUN! Keep it up Dominic!

[@dominicscalise]

Awww shucks. Thanks so much for the love. Working on a new one now!

[@austinlyon8812]

Spot on! Having ridden in your car before I can attest everything is true. And I totally forgot about the basketball hoop cup holders but as soon as you pointed them out I remember noticing them as soon as I got in. What a choice.

[@yashara1e]

Love your reviews and your taste for high quality items

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you so much!

[@aswinbabukaruvally6459]

Man, you really deserve more views! Thanks for the video!!

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate the love.

[@jaimemunoz5148]

Great video of my beloved G wagon…! You remind me of Ferris Bueller‘s day off the way you talk it’s fantastic keep it up…! I look forward to seeing more videos

[@woodentulike2no]

That's it! 😊 The adult, and Refined, Ferris Bueller!

[@JohnFalconFlys]

Underrated channel man. Keep it up.

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks so much!

[@Col83]

Superb content thank you. I’m going to check out your other videos and I already know I’m going to like them. I think you living in the wrong place if people don’t smile at your G Wagon. Keep up the good work and hello from Ireland.☘️

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@Chthonian121]

I had an 02' just like yours and what made me sell it is the G Wagon bubble in 2021. Man do I miss that thing so fucking much I can never replace it. I'm looking for a 2010 - 2011 G55 AMG now.

[@dominicscalise]

It was a blast. Such a unique driving experience. Love how barebones and agricultural the early US market ones are. The extra HP of the G55 would be fun though. Cheers!

[@woodentulike2no]

Dominic, you are quickly becoming my favorite KZbinr! Your style is so Unique, please never change. Ok...back to binging your Videos!

[@dominicscalise]

oh man, thank you so much for the love! Really means a lot.

[@robingrajeda1562]

I love my G-Wagon, it is a fun, eccentric car, and it totally amplifies whatever vibe your on.

[@dominicscalise]

Spot on.

[@G500expedition]

I love mine ! I haven’t got the same experience (bad looks) as you have thankfully ! Great review !

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@johnspeed_]

Nice review. You should do more reviews. Btw, what kind of jacket are you wearing at the beginning? Thanks!

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you! Thats an Arc’teryx Cerium LT Hoody

[@alexlawhead5536]

Great video. The 200 series may be the best SUV ever but the G500 may be the most fun to tool around in.

[@damoneblackman1702]

Im in Norway now thinking about buying an older one for a family project. Found your review, dude you're hilarious. SUB!

[@dominicscalise]

Haha thanks, Damone! I really appreciate the love. And that would be such a rad family project!

[@mysalsadog]

I bought a 2015 G63 AMG , in Orange with black trim, and have never loved like this before ! Ive owned well over 100 vehicles and this is the ultimate. Thats said, less than 1 month of ownership and only having 47,000 km on it, I have had to replace the entire steering system - power steering pump and power steering gear box!!! Im on Vancouver Island in Canada and it cost me $14,000. to fix. My motto - if you wanna play, you gotta pay !

[@Fedgery007]

Should have had a PPI.

[@CaptainWillard830]

Damn!

[@Jayquan92]

Okay you guys in the comments are my type of people so I need your help. I want an older style G Wagon because I’m obsessed with the box styled look and a Jeep Wrangler is small to me and I also love the the utilitarian aspect of the G. Have anyone had any major problems with the older models, I seen on a forum to avoid the 09’ version but couldn’t find anything else on other models. I also came across that the G could survive well over 500k in miles which is unbelievable and pretty cool if this is true. Love this review as well.

[@ReiNa-yu8eb]

Hello friends, I'm seeking your advice. I'm torn between opting for a 2019 used Mercedes-Benz G Wagon with 100,000 miles on it or going for one with 20,000 miles. Does the mileage significantly affect G Wagons? I adore this car model but buying it new isn't an option for me!

[@taahirmatthews4194]

Really enjoyed this review

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks, Taahir!

[@Vik470]

Very Nice review. Jokingly, you spoke so much truth. We all want cars with Soul ... absolutely... thats why despite what everyone says, I drive a Jag- it is an absolute beauty to look at 😊

[@countrygrammar806]

I remember the first time I saw a G-Wagon about 13 years ago thinking to myself man, I really want one. I might’ve just been a kid at the time, but I wanted one. I still do, but it would have to be a pre-2019. The new styling just doesn’t do it for me on top of it gaining a “look at me” reputation gained from TV shows, social media, etc. rather than it being a civilized military truck.

[@dominicscalise]

What's kind of funny is it was never on my list until I stumbled upon the one in this video. It was my neighbor's and I fell in love with it after seeing it in person so often. It just looks so utilitarian, the earlier generation like you mentioned. I pestered him for a year until he finally sold it to me. It was so unique. Glad I got to experience it.

[@leonchen89]

Driving this truck in big cities where income is high and it’s common, is no problem at all. I am in Vancouver, Canada and I see one every 10 minutes on the road.

[@aisenslifestyletips]

Brilliant video!

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@ianwoodul7951]

please please do more car reviews

[@eldrip3918]

This is the perfect vehicle to me. Ground clearance, locking differentials and bomb-proof M113 and 5 speed transmission. I hate that they became soccer mom mobiles when they should be on a trail somewhere.

[@dominicscalise]

It was a beast for sure and treated me really well for a 20 year old German car.

[@imlemoni3202]

Eccentric guy had me lol

[@user-ug2sx7xs5e]

This will always be my dream SUV. AMG or not

[@hittman9668]

Just bought one. Will have to learn to Love

[@dominicscalise]

Are you not a fan out of the gate?

[@kiwirangerover6052]

Good content and entertaining viewing

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@BlakeMadsen]

Browsing G-class videos as I'm waiting for delivery of my new-to-me '02. By "bad attention" do you mean potential personal safety hazard?

[@dominicscalise]

In my experience, it amplified whatever the vibe was with whatever person. It unfortunately has a stigma attached to it, but as a car guy, it's such a fun truck. Definitely worth experiencing. Enjoy! 02s rock. I'd recommend getting a carplay unit and swapping out the speakers (I had focals and they sounded great). It'll be pretty perfect after that.

[@BlakeMadsen]

@@dominicscalise That's super unfortunate, you seem like a very self-aware down to earth dude. I've gotten some commentary on the fact I drive a C6 Vette as a 27 year old guy "biT ToO SoOn 4 MiDliFe CriSis HuH??" so hopefully it won't be much worse than that. Yeah I was reading there's no aux or bluetooth for music and I'm so insistent on Wow by Post Malone being the first song I play so an audio rework is planned in addition to overlanding mods! Thanks for the fast reply, how's your land cruiser treating ya?

[@dominicscalise]

@@BlakeMadsen The Land Cruiser has been incredible. It's been about 8 months now with it and I haven't been so excited about a car since my vry rowdy Foxbody Mustang in High School. Truly a great truck.

[@cassieburchett6137]

This was great😂currently looking at a 2003, I absolutely love them! 🎉

[@dominicscalise]

Such a fun and unique truck

[@BrandonClark-StocksPassports]

Great video brother

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks so much!

[@AnTuinfort-cv2wt]

Love this car

[@johnmohanmusic]

For better or worse (in regard to what it says about me), I bought a G500 a couple years ago and I LOVE IT.

[@dominicscalise]

They are a blast! Such a unique SUV.

[@leok5677]

G wagon aka big bod aka the definition of rugged sophistication … if you know you know!

[@pellcio]

I recently bought a 2003 G Wagen for the purpose of overlanding and traveling. As a lover of canyon driving, this thing is atrocious. All the faults you describe are SO true. AND so are the reactions of others. even though it's a 20 year old vehicle that cost less than a mid spec Camry, Accord, Outback, etc. and half the price of a current top spec Wrangler or Bronco or even Tacoma. I get dirty looks too. It's almost like I want to rattle can it flat earth, put on off road tires a winch and never wash it. Oh, and a roof rack with roof top tent, which is definitely happening. Maybe I'll do a flat earth PPF. Great video.

[@dominicscalise]

Haha thank you! The early Gs are just so raw and fun. I think they are the ones to get. I'd subscribe to a rattle can off-road rig G build :)

[@BradyKenniston]

Who makes your robe? Looks cozy!

[@dominicscalise]

Dusen Dusen!

[@BradyKenniston]

@@dominicscalise thank you!

[@sidz0001]

I want your take on the newest G CLASS please

[@dominicscalise]

I haven’t driven one, so I can't give a real take, but I’d guess they are technically better in about every way. That said, I’ve never been a big fan. It seems like something was lost in the latest generation, some of the soul the old generations had. What I love about the older ones is how utilitarian they are. There was some scrapiness in them. The latest gen is too LA for me.

[@CaptainWillard830]

Kemo Sabe - where can I get that eccentric bathrobe? Very cool!

[@dominicscalise]

It’s Dusen Dusen

[@vickvinegar5071]

Coming from someone who hates most people, with a disdain for vloggers, I find your content hysterical.

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks, man. I appreciate that. I'm just out here trying to spread some good vibes.

[@vickvinegar5071]

@@dominicscalise 30 minutes later in firing through all your videos now lol. I love it. Really good stuff

[@REAL_MPSS]

My wife has a 2003 the same color. Very funny video mostly because of the truth included within.

[@dominicscalise]

Haha I feel for her, but man is it a fun and special truck.

[@altenburg55]

Own a 2018 G 63 AMG. Love the beast...

[@dominicscalise]

They are so fun

[@nate1479]

Bro the truck is solid and nice, it already built its reputation, honestly it's very nice car so if you don't like just get rid of it, you have the money but it's a nice car, I would love to have it it's just perfect so if you don't like just sell it off, who care what people think when something is yours cmon take pride in the G

[@dominicscalise]

It seems like you didn't watch the video. And I did sell it

[@nate1479]

Congratulations on the sell, I did watch the vedio tho in the begin I got the impression that you don't like it, am glad you made the sell, I wish you all the best in every sell you make, I have a w460 but I don't have enough money to restore it to its full glory but I hope one day I will, wish you the best of the bestest.

[@mlpaintingllc3367]

Great video. I don't know why or how you don't have more views. I would suggest moving to a different city. Where do you live?? Chicago??

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks for the love! I'm in Kansas City.

[@stoic900]

Cool fleece

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks!

[@ramiroguerrero6331]

I totally get the "soul" and agree on the stigma, wanted to get one, but, nooooo

[@dominicscalise]

It was such a fun truck to own but, yeah, the social dynamic was stranger than I expected.

[@goteburgigram]

Not sure about the sense of humor here. I have a 2002 G500 and love it and get tons of thumbs up. Great looking and everyone loves it.

[@dominicscalise]

Cool

[@benlandry07]

You are hilarious. Do more videos.

[@dominicscalise]

Thanks, Ben!

[@howardcox2918]

By 3:30 I was like,this kid is awesome and no matter all the trash he talked it made me want it more. Well played,now go add Legend to your resume.

[@dominicscalise]

Haha thanks, man

[@weezyFbilly]

You’re not a soccer player?

[@vaccinatedanti-vaxxer]

American soldier stationed in germany. The bundasweir (german army) drive these and treat them like hmmwv. However I seen more toyota hilux they spray painted olive green being used as german military vehicle more often than the g wagon. I would never ever daily or own a hmmwv. They will have to pay me to take one. They are headache to drive (require a helmet and a passenger to "clear right" and depending on the set up, rear view is questionable at best, with AC that is more loud than cool, leaks rain your sleeves will be wet, the seat is less comfortable than public school buses and kids size. But the doors are the worst: they are the cheap folding plastic type with zipper windows (rare to fine one that zips up becuase the zipper tears off the door), or the hard plastic type that rarely close and open without a struggle or the up armored that will chop off fingers or break ankles if not paying attention when it shuts (those doors weighing over 100 lbs). The g wagon tho, I never been in one and that makes it desirable.

[@marcbroski]

Currently own an E46 M3 but planning to sell it to hop into a G500 2003. I keep getting told that I will miss my E46, and I know I will, but man I can't wait to throw people off when they see a G550 overlanding in my local off road trails. MAKE WAY JEEPS AND TOYOTA'S, A GENTLEMAN IS COMING THRU

[@dominicscalise]

Haha kindred spirits! Being a car guy, you’ll dig the 03 G500. It’s so raw and fun. Both are special in very different ways. I’m really glad I got to experience them.

[@bakoguy5330]

lol you’re funny! Very entertaining

[@dominicscalise]

Thank you!

[@AnTuinfort-cv2wt]

So funny how people just get so jealous because you have such a car its so stupidly funny like just work and get one for yourself dont hate because you wish to be in my position 😂😂

[@vickvinegar5071]

also what’s that ll bean jacket?

[@dominicscalise]

It's their Hi-Pile Fleece Pullover

[@aarond9563]

Did you end up selling it?

[@dominicscalise]

Yes, I did

[@aarond9563]

@@dominicscalise What did you get to replace it? Do you like it more now? Or maybe I should phrase the question as does it give you the life that aligns more with your values and the attention you want to receive?

[@dominicscalise]

@@aarond9563 I got a Land Cruiser. I've got a video on it

[@aarond9563]

​@@dominicscalise Nice! Making my way through the channel. I'm about half way through which is why you're seeing comments from me from different videos!

[@aarond9563]

I'm a big fragrance hobbyist so I found the channel from your latest video. Consumerism was already kicking my butt because of an upcoming move and shopping for new vibes... but now this channel has got it up to a new level. But it's okay, I will exercise self control and live vicariously through your things!

[@hafidortega5502]

I owned one for two years until it was totaled. I loved it. It was a crazy experience owning it however. I never brought myself to purchasing another one, but I have been tempted to. Do you still own it?

[@dominicscalise]

I actually sold it this year and got a 200 series Land Cruiser. The G was really neat but it stirred up too much bad attention. Over the moon with the Land Cruiser!

[@aliyawilson9652]

​​@@dominicscaliseLoved the review! Would love a comparison video between the G and LC

[@dominicscalise]

@@aliyawilson9652 Thanks, Aliya! I do indeed own a 200 series now, so you can expect an LC video out soon :)

[@aliyawilson9652]

@@dominicscalise thank you so much, can't wait to check it out! 🫡

[@chris.foreal]

I have a love & hate with my G63.

[@YellowbirdRS]

It’s the Hublot of the SUVs, well the modern Rolexes, APs, PPs and RMs on wheels. Everything is ruined by the soccer and football players, boxers or rappers. It’s just a hype and a show off thing tasteless modern thing it’s just to be in the social media trend.

[@dominicscalise]

Definitely not the Hublot of SUVs as it is actually a unique, capable, and good-looking truck. I find the early ones, like this, to be particularly special and for car guys. Shame they stir up such bad attention and that the modern ones effectively became memes.

[@PrettiBoiBoutique]

What year is this thing? 😂

[@dominicscalise]

2002

[@solvealways]

I am not a soccer player😆

[@nickmatheny5160]

Best Vehicle I have ever owned. Just wear old clothes, gain 30lbs and no one will think your a D or a Soccer playa :)

[@gideonighodalo3476]

Go get a 2024 G63 AMG... You will love it ❤

[@dominicscalise]

I'll get two!

[@TracMcNguyen]

Man, it feels like there is so much money to be made off of people by appealing to their emotions rather than any of their practical sense...like egregiously so...😂

[@marcosrosales4857]

You either like it or you don't, can't complain about the wife I got. I put all the effort to try to have her with me, all I got to do now it's make my jewel shine.

[@HispanusHorribilis]

at this point (of having enough khesh to buy this monstrosity) why not go for a Defender? Would you agree the G-wagon is the GMT of cars? Very parvenu. I find Landys much more less pretentious. Glad you sold it though!

[@dominicscalise]

You’re showcasing one of the big issues I had with this great truck that I cover in this video - people focusing on image rather than all the great things about this truck. It was fun, fairly reliable, and a completely unique experience. I actually did try to trade it at one point for a 90s NAS Defender just so I could experience what those were like, but that didn’t go through. I have pretty much zero interest in Land Rovers otherwise. Why do you care that I sold it?

[@HispanusHorribilis]

@@dominicscalise before watching this video I watched your Rolex Explorer and cologne video. In the cologne video you said you appreciated TF's Tobacco Vanille and Tuscan Leather but would not wear them in public because it didnt match your personality so I guess I just didnt associate you with this car. That's it.

[@leonchen89]

I am happy to pay the gas tax for owning this vehicle. It’s arguably the most reliable Mercedes or even luxury German car model on the road. It has the least deprecation, nearly none at 10-15 years old. It looks good old or new. It’s tough and can save your life in a crash.

[@Chris-wj7yc]

Pretty funny

[@tockingwatches2377]

Hilarious.

[@cruzmalibu4361]

It’s G WAGEN !!!

[@dominicscalise]

**dumb comments get pinned for all to enjoy** Thanks for being an actual example of the annoying people I mention in this video. I literally give a brief history lesson on the SUV; do you think I’m unaware of the original name/spelling or that my choosing this spelling for KZbin was unintentional? Buzz off

[@aleksuks]

@@dominicscalise 10 bucks says he didn't watch the video

[@henrycolie1220]

Calling it a car or expecting it to be car-like is the first mistake. It’s what it was designed to be , a truck. Use it properly.

[@dominicscalise]

What are you even blabbering on about? Do you think I’m in any way unfamiliar with this or expected anything different before I purchased it? I not only give the history of this vehicle, I talk about how I enjoy its driving dynamics.

[@halflifemasta]

It's not a truck, by your definition of a truck, a crown vic is also a truck. A truck has a bed.

[@dominicscalise]

Debating semantics is super annoying, especially with something so commonplace as referring to SUVs as trucks - go elsewhere with that kid stuff.

[@leonchen89]

All body on frame suv is also a truck. You don’t speak North American English.

[@MESSY-AF]

lol, in russia people are scared from these things, in usa they are flipping them off :D

[@bob_8062]

😂😂😂 funny type

[@unwoke1652]

It's never going to be a luxury SUV, because... It's never even going to be an SUV! 😂 Instead, it's a proper 4x4 riding on a separate ladder frame chassis, it has low range and can activate all three diff locks while on the move. A X5, Cayenne, Bentayga, Cullinan, now thóse are SUV's

[@dominicscalise]

It’s an SUV

[@danielpope6498]

Except the vehicles that defined "SUV" were all body on frame offroad vehicles. Those luxury oriented unibody things are less SUV than this is.

[@PhotoLabMP]

The negative attention that you get from driving the G-Wagen is from jealousy. Especially if they're flipping you off. People assume you're rich because you have one.

[@unwoke1652]

One day, in 3037, someone will man up and pronunciate Geländewagen correctly. G Wagen is what first graders call it.

[@dominicscalise]

Man, what annoying comments you left. You clearly didn't even watch the full video, but you definitely helped illustrate the unenjoyable part of owning this SUV.

[@unwoke1652]

If my comments are annoying, it is because I have to listen to inept idiots that cannot speak. Fix that first.

[@Chthonian121]

0 people on this planet call it a Gelandewagen.

[@daveeastman1633]

🤣This is America and the video's in English. Only douchebags obsess over umlauts.

[@danielpope6498]

I can guess what people call you

[@userwtf420]

this is better than doug demuro

[@dominicscalise]

Haha thank you. No one does Doug videos like Doug. He's an OG