Wrecked G-WAGON Not Made For Durability Testing!

Join Robby and Hillbilly as they dive into the daunting task of assessing a mangled $175,000 G-Wagon in this action-packed episode. Watch them dissect the damage and determine if this luxury vehicle can be salvaged or if it's a total loss for insurance purposes.
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[@akdoug6437]

My wife and I have worked side by side for the last 30 years running our business, building a house, remodeling two houses, and countless other endeavors. I wouldn't have it any other way. Good on you and Demri for building a business and a family together. You and your children are blessed to be able to be together throughout the day.

[@patbullard9276]

Robbie, it’s good to finally see another video dealing with what you’re really in business for. I enjoy the projects but this process is very interesting and is really what brought me to your channel.

[@notbhavn]

Super happy to see you post an autobody video. It's the reason I subscribed. I'm sure you think they are boring because you do it everyday, but the rest of us love these (and it's free content that you're already doing). Keep it up and thank you.

[@SB-vt9tz]

Love Hillbilly! The look on his face when you told him what that thing cost 😂. “Why?” And Robbie’s answer was spot on.

[@russelllarue1583]

Its nice seeing what we originally started watching your channel for.

[@Skorpychan]

I came for the golden nugget stuff, but stayed because I thought this sort of thing was interesting.

[@ramjam720]

In Germany the G Series is called Geländewagen. Much like the Hummer, the G Series was originally designed for military use. They are still used by the German Military, but it is outfitted very differently.

[@crowguy506]

It’s been build from 1979 to 2017 as basically the same body, just with new Engines etc. 2018 they released a real new version but basically kept the shape. It’s history has a lot in common with the Humvee.

[@ammonsharp8940]

Yeah the military version is bulletproof and that is why they use real bolts even on the civilian models. Easier to break down.

[@guypehaim1080]

You beat me to the punch on telling Robby what the "G" stood for. Good job.

[@muppetpaster]

Yep Gelände meaning something like "overlander" or "terrain" wagen/vehicle

[@35manning]

​@@KINGofKEROSINI wouldn't even say it's that reliable. Drove one (well, many) in the Australian Army. Drove 4x4 and 6x6 versions in both utility (tray on the back) and wagon versions in both two seat and five seat configurations, our unit also had a "special" version. My old beat up Nissan 4x4 is more reliable than the G-Wagon. And to be perfectly honest, without the front and rear different locks engaged, the G-Wagon is USELESS offroad. My Nissan has an open front differential and an LSD rear and can drive everywhere the G-Wagon can.

[@charlessekafetz5487]

To me, it is always amazing how far you have to go to uncover the damage. When I saw the lines needing to be replaced, I was stunned with the realization of how far you really have to go to make it right.

[@lolilolplix]

I got a 1985 G-wagen for ten years now. Really basic vehicle, but hilarious how similar it is underneath to this mobster G-class. It’s been lots of fun, I learned all my wrenching skills on it. Now I get to become a car painter too, cause man it does rust.

[@davidmahan4160]

I think you're right on the price, Robbie. Its not an ordinary G 63, its the AMG version, and they are about $179,000.

[@harryellis8873]

Your right about the price we have just repaired one in UK

[@aphextwin5712]

All G63s are AMG ones. Standard Mercedes cars and SUVs have three-number names (plus one or more letters). The AMG Mercedes all have two-number names (plus one or more letters); then there the AMG cars that are not just AMG versions of standard Mercedes models like the current GT.

[@escariol]

ordinary G63??? I guess you believe you're a car guy, but proof you don't even know what you are talking about!

[@JasonBowman121]

You know what AMG stands for??? A M G All Money Gone!

[@travisminton5095]

Yea the amg versions cost way more

[@ramblers69]

Demri definitely needs her own pink tools!!

[@harry503]

If it totaled, get Demri a pink tool set, buy it, and have her fix it.

[@audiophilephile]

About 25 years ago my daughter developed a line of pink tools as a graphic design project at the Academy of Art College.

[@jonnywilson9117]

@@harry503 I don't think Demri has the knowledge or skillset to repair a totalled vehicle. I don't believe she's an accident repair technician.

[@Freedbird]

Buy Demri some tools ! Part of the reason I married was not only did she know how to check her oil, she knew it needed changsd occasionally. One day, I went over to her apt and she was out front of the laundry building, doing laundry and changing her car's oil, at the same time ! The girl knew her way around a tool.

[@aphextwin5712]

In Germany somebody summed up the (retail) price of all replacement parts sold by the manufacturer; the total was 7x the costs of a new car.

[@fluke196c]

Replacement parts is a substantial source of revenue for manufacturers, they make a profit on the original so imagine the markup on parts

[@tobiastho9639]

It also shows how much storage and handling costs and how much money is saved by just in time mass production.

[@aphextwin5712]

@@tobiastho9639 And part of why mass production is (much) cheaper is that it partly replaces human labour with a higher energy and raw material input.

[@louisletourneau3429]

Not just in Germany

[@Dave-gf3kd]

Yeah, we get to learn about collision repair, which is why we came to this channel in the first place!

[@steveayers1053]

Demri definitely needs her own set of pink tools! Just think, yours may be left alone if she has hers! 😅😂

[@mattc.310]

It's good to see a damage assessment video again. Most of the expensive damage is usually hidden. Air Bag Deploy usually means it's totaled. I'd be surprised if the insurance co wanted to fix this.

[@heatherrrenea]

I think that’s an old wives tale. Its a numbers game. It depends on if fixing it. If the cost of repair plus salvage value of the vehicle meats or exceeds the ACV (actual cash value) of the vehicle, then it is a total loss. So it’s not worth 175,000 cash value. It’s probably only worth 100,000 cash value. But the fixing the damage is less so it would be fixed. This g wagon doesn’t need an entire seat like most cars. That’s what he was showing about it. Most cars the entire seat needs replaced. But not with this one. Just needs a new airbag.

[@jonnywilson9117]

@@heatherrrenea You focused on the seat and ignored all the other expensive parts that need to be replaced. I'm thinking this is a total loss. $80,000 and some change which wasn't including everything is a lot. I don't think labour will have been included in the estimate because some repairs, like a bent frame for example might take an hour to repair, or they might take 5. But again, this is an estimate. This isn't the final price, even for the parts. This will go up to somewhere exceeding 100k I'd imagine. Okay I know Robby focused on the seat for a moment because that seat's probably about 5 grand. Which wouldn't surprise me, but that not needing to be replaced, won't have reduced the repair cost by a noticeable amount. Be interesting to find out more on this one though.

[@Beautifulclouds60]

WOW! Lincoln is growing up sooooo fast. I remember when was still a wee one in his car seat in the videos. Such a good mommy and daddy.

[@davidmclean6178]

Demri needs to get her ADORABLE DAUGHTER to plead with Robbie for the PINK TOOLS!!

[@jdbrown3695]

I am flabbergasted at the initial repair estimate. I know MB's always run high on repair cost, and this is an AMG 63 BiTurbo, but that's just astounding. I hope you post what happens with the insurance company on this, Robby.

[@xfactor5876]

Good video. Amazing how deep the damage goes. No doubt more would show up the deeper you dig.

[@wardzimmerman5404]

A joke for your daughter: What did the Gladiator say to the G-Wagon? "That's how the Mercedes Benz"

[@nikiguymer5840]

😁👍

[@kimberlyvaughan3430]

Demri needs her own tools and pink spray paint.old school 😊

[@walker2837]

These crash videos are some of the most interesting on your channel.

[@roberthogue6797]

Robbie, you need pink tools for the boss!! A happy wife equals a happy life!!!

[@garyallen8831]

Robbie give Demri some pink tool or Demri start using all he Milwaukee tools, you’ll see really fast how quickly you’ll get your pink tools!! Lol

[@chrisguest3483]

Pink tools for the boss!!! Come on Robbie happy wife, happy life!!

[@lewisfaught223]

If the Boss is actually the Boss, then she doesn't need your permission to buy pink tools...😉🙃😂

[@DavidCoffinLL]

The Boss always deserves Pink Tools!!!! ;)

[@fishing_with_chaz]

It's funny how entertaining robbie os doing collision repair because I also work in the same industry 😅 Robbie somehow brings interest to an everyday subject for me

[@Bigdaddyslasher]

The boss needs her pink tools. Happy wife, Happy life!!

[@uoobwatcher]

Hey Robbie! Demri needs her own pink SnapOn Tools!

[@brentgilbert805]

I have a rule that I buy whatever is on sale so... if there’s a sale on the pink handles... guess who’s gonna be rocking some pink handles hahaha

[@okie4x4]

Harley had the same issue with the flat black denim. Impossible to match... And get Demri some pink tools!!!!!

[@Thebigman69]

I think the engine hood bolts by the headlight were made to break off because the corner of the hood isn’t usually anchored. It would help stop it from going through the windshield in a corner accident.

[@randyjones2494]

I ve worked on mbz for 42 years and I have to say the G wagon is a real pain to work on. Just wait until you have to top off coolant for turbos it’s a real joy!!

[@illaphillips4727]

This was so VERY interesting to me! THANKS, SO MUCH!

[@skyepilotte11]

Robby, Demri and Hillbilly ...love all you do whether auto body repair or any project...keep up the good work. If you can afford an MBZ G Wagon ...you should be able to afford to fix it @

[@johnmarks2408]

Robby the Boss has spoken she wants pink tools to put in her new bronco

[@jefftabor595]

The Boss wants pink tools and she should have them. Fun to see collision work.

[@frederickbehn5610]

This was fantastic, what a great episode.

[@olivermaryjane6577]

Awwe, Lincoln’s Bye bye at the end.

[@kimetherington2252]

I really injoyed watching this video! Til next time, take care, and we'll see you on the next. 😊

[@1Builtcummins]

Glad to see an autobody video again. I really enjoy seeing the process.

[@lofat53]

I got hit in my g wagon and it was only 22k in damage. Lol. Mine is not a G63 and older but insurance still fixed it! By the way I drive mine because I'm a MB tech and I got a sweet deal on it, not for status! 😂 Enjoy your channel, keep making good stuff!

[@grisby6484]

The G-Wagon was developed as a military vehicle, and that's one of the reasons they are boxy with large gaps. The large gaps make parts easily changed without alignment issues

[@MikeBaxterABC]

I worked for an autobody shop, we did mostly Corvettes (as far as insurance repairs) .. Computers were for government back then :) (but cars were much simpler mind you) The co-owner would do the job you saw robby just do, with a clip board and a pencil ... RIGHT off the top of his head! :) No books, no reference material nothing :) And he was always right too!

[@geoffpranger4002]

The G-wagon began production in 1978-79 and has changed little since in its construction. That's why they are built the way they are, still mostly assembled by hand like cars were in the 70s and 80s. Personally I love these. Not for the status, but who cant love a factory 4x4 that comes with solid axles front and rear with lockers and a locking transfer case as standard? Although 2018ish and newer are independent front, they still have lockers. Out of the box they are extremely capable.

[@deannalemburg10]

Thank you Robbie I find all the things you do interesting and educational also love little family 😊

[@_Merica_USA]

Another Great Video 👍 Great content, keep up the great work!

[@marvindebot3264]

Those AMG G Wagons are an awesome 4x4 and incredibly good on-road as well. About 800hp factory IIRC with a lot more available with a tune.

[@MrSelmo85]

If the woman wants pink tools, you get that woman some pink tools! Lol

[@karlwagner6886]

The goonzquad is rebuilding a 2022 g wagon that was completely totaled

[@GordgonzolaIsMyBottombitch]

Nobody cares

[@harryellis8873]

I told qoonzquad it would take time to get parts for that g wagon it's been a nightmare for them not worth it labour alone on that will cost has to be resprayed paint costs a fortune for that vehicle

[@camneilsen8234]

Robbie is lucky to have the Boss spending time with him 😀

[@albertdehn8381]

Thanks for sharing 👍😀

[@stephenpoe2037]

What a Bummer ! A nice car Totaled ! MBZ prices are insane . Thanks for sharing !

[@johnguilfoyle3073]

Aluminum Oxidizes. When Steel and Iron oxidize, they create the reddish Ferric Oxides and Hydroxides that we specifically call Rust. Galvanic corrosion is common when steel plumbing pipes are joined with copper.

[@Jim-fe2xz]

Coome on Robby! Buy the Boss some pink tools! Status? You can have it! I'll take affordable and reliable over status every day LOL!

[@COM70]

The old diesel g wagons were great, the new ones are princesses purses and the EURONCAP crumple zones and passenger cells make them very soft in a crash. Also pedestrian crumple zones. We cannot even put a bull bar on in it Europe.

[@harryellis8873]

Your spot on with that just seen one with corner damage on roof had to take roof off to repair it

[@knockharder3554]

Doesn't the Snap-On guy know that Robbie don't pay for tools, he gets them.for free

[@driver-xx2pl]

Thanks folks, gr8 vid.

[@richardp969]

GoonQuad Gus are in the middle of doing this exact vehicle. There is a lot to learn about taking apart this car, and the long wait for parts. You might want to watch a couple of there videos. Love your channel , still wondering if you all ever sleep.😊

[@richardp969]

Whoops just heard in your video you know about GoonQuad, sorry to waste this note.

[@dwal2165]

Thanks for making

[@xvsj5833]

Robby your like a surgeon with his 2 medical assistants 💙🤍💙 thxs for sharing!

[@175IQLOSERS]

I've owned a couple Mercedes and after the first one I was totally in love, because they were literally thought through when they built them, if you think there is a bolt you cannot reach, just look around because they engineered some easy access hole for it. Just all sorts of things that make them so much easier to work on than you would think they are. The only bad about working on them is getting the parts and the cost of the parts. I had to replace just one side of my dual stainless exhaust that had gotten damaged and it was $3800 just for the pipe I needed and the muffler because it was designed with special bends, fittings and had to be shipped from Germany, because no one in the states had one available, nor did anyone have the special fittings I needed to bend and make one up myself. In all honesty though, they are pricey, but you get what you pay for, they are very well built, tough as nails, rarely have problems and the regular maintenance is the same as any trucks cost.

[@BFT88]

lol okay work on a V12 or a bi-turbo V8. Yes I’m a mechanic.

[@user-ud3iw2il3g]

Yo Robby, very cool and entirely gentlemanly gesture to goonzquad :))

[@philipgibb458]

Man can't believe how thin the metal is on new cars these days . You do great work Robby and hillbilly O can't forget the BOSS . I injoy watching day to day 👏

[@leewaken5059]

Thanks for clueing us in on the estimate, very interesting. But honestly, there must be hundereds of little details you didn't uncover on this "quick" inpection of damage. Mind boggling to us(me for certain) KZbin couch viewers to comprehend an estimate this deep!

[@justinsmith4261]

That’s a project right there. Bring some patience. They are built old school for sure. The new body style is much better to work on.

[@wynottgivemore9274]

Yes 👍 best part for me was Lincoln at the end, not saying I wanted it to be over...

[@reddog543211]

Great video guys....very interesting....little guy getting big !!... and adorable!!

[@macattack1392]

Demri better get her pink tools next week! She works hard everyday to deal with "the boys" Plus running the camera for us to enjoy

[@robertz2557]

Its very cool to see how you have to do an ins. estimate as to where goonzquad gets theres after the fact. Now since you have labor in the tear down to get the ins estimate will they pay for the time or is that only if they do the repair? So when the ins totals it do you as a bodyshop have option to buy it or is that completely up to the ins company? I love when you give us some of the every day shop life as well. Always great videos thanks

[@COM70]

Get her some pink tools ! You are adorable together 21 hours a day.

[@svridr2k]

Great video!

[@beanwithbaconmegarocket]

Hillbilly is crazy, G Wagons look awesome. WhistlinDiesel definitely added it to my "buy" list if I am ever worth 8 figures (because I can't justify a $3k car payment unless I'm worth over 10M)

[@donnaowen6200]

I love when I get to see Lincoln, he's the coolest!

[@jeffiannecoon6513]

No.. you need pink tools off the Matco truck.. 😂

[@bonniewills2814]

Bye, Lincoln! *He's so cute!*

[@DesertRunner9875]

After 48 years of marriage, I have discovered a Happy wife makes for a Happy Life., ..... Pink tools are a small price to pay 😎

[@TheCarEMT]

G-wagon has been my dream suv my entire life

[@raytremblay3200]

Enjoyed this episode

[@maxironpaw]

Surprised the estimate was only $80K, given that the brush guard alone was 10% of that.

[@Adaml_306]

Man that’s insane!!! So expensive to buy and fix! Haha I had to make a decision to either buy a new truck or replace my motor in my 2015 Ram 1500. With the price tag and interest for a new vehicle, it’s like a small mortgage!! 😂😂 Wild!!

[@c.s.allsman9301]

You do know that aluminum only has galvanic corrosion if it is against another metal, and there is moisture present, per the definition posted in the video. Aluminum oxidizes. It does not rust. Aircraft aluminum is available with a predetermined layer of oxidation on it to use as a layer of protection from the factory. I buffed enough American Airlines jets while I was in A&P school to be able to get a mirror finish on them after heavy maintenance in Tulsa, OK. The only ones that didn't get buffed were the Folkers because they had a protective layer of oxidation on them. If memory serves me correctly it was 100 thousands of an inch layer and they would actually measure it for the thickness when the plane was in for a heavy check.

[@j-fharbec379]

Very good video overall Robbie.

[@tylermacconnell217]

These are high quality vehicles; probably one of the finest Mercedes vehicles made. Front, center, and rear lockers. The diffs are both offset to be inline for straight line clearance like an old Land Rover. The front CV joints are encased in a hardened chrome swivel ball housing for protection. Obviously the AMG models have a ton of power. Later versions went to an independent front suspension which drives nicer. The insurance will likely total it out, but you should buy it and do the build for the channel. These are far more interesting than the usual domestic stuff or old vehicles. Would probably bring in enough KZbin revenue to offset the cost.

[@JRs-Garage]

Fantastic tear down Robby , if anyone wants to know the engine sits crooked in the G wagon from factory fyi!

[@DaveLitchfield-lm1jf]

One of the best channels on KZbin

[@jaybird4095]

Love these Autobody project. This is the reason I first came to your channel! I hope insurance does not total this G-Wagon and you show the rebuild/paint. As for matching flat painting, the temperature and humidity must match the original work.

[@OTHG6v]

What WD did to that was fricking rad! Had one pull out on my tuned ecoboost. It was fun!

[@gregorygene9003]

Can't wait to see a colab project with Whistlin' Diesel.

[@jamesbigham9036]

Robby I hope you do more autobody videos I find them interesting and very educational. I will agree with the lovely boss she definitely needs her own tools.

[@bodydraggersautoclub]

After watching this and goonsquads rebuild of a g wagon i do not ever want one!

[@AFloridaSon]

I wouldn't pay $80k for that brand new. But if I had to get body work on one, Robby and crew are the only ones I wood trust..

[@fluke196c]

I would, it's an acquired taste but as you can see with bolt on panels it's well constructed albeit over engineered. I like to have things built properly in a world of disposable crap.

[@theswede836]

Then you dont know much about this vehicle-Its built like military vehicle,look what these monsters are capable of,theres alot of videos on youtube fex...If id had the money,id buy a new one 100%

[@harryellis8873]

​@@theswede836these vehicles are over priced we have just repaired one it had ceramic discs on it and are part we replaced on it had BMW x5 so not all Mercedes parts on this vehicle find it's got various parts off other vehicles nice to drive lots of horse power but no good for off roading

[@JamesTK]

Probably more affordable to buy a piece of one that went through a car shredder

[@mkdrivingzone]

I was with a friend and we had a slight boo boo. We were in a Jeep Wrangler, hired vehicle for going on a trip (we had it ten minutes). We had a minor collision with a Renault Laguna. The front end of the Laguna was removed. The Jeep had a dented front bumper on the left corner.

[@Fabrice1970]

This car was designed and first rolled out of the factory in the 70’s… One of the last antic car still being manufactured

[@dalerose1694]

Boss you don’t need pink tool. But you do need a 72 Bronco.👍🏻

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Wow that crazy 😮

[@aaronericksson8210]

Glasurit paint is by far the best to go with painting any mercedes if you havent already tried them we have had really good results with blends.

[@imagseer]

How can that G thing not be totalled already? Wife wants "Barbie" tools? Why not... Bet you'll be borrowing the 10cm socket and other escapees sooner than you think 😅

[@robertheinkel6225]

Back in 78, we had a metallic gold Ford Fiesta. A garbage truck made a right turn from the left lane, taking out my left front fender. Three different body shops tried to match the color and failed. It was still poorly matched when I sold it a few years later.