2001 Mercedes-Benz G500 Cabriolet Europa
This is it — the pinnacle of what the three-pointed star meant across the world. A level of clear-eyed, no-frills quality that was above all meant to work and work for years to come, the late '90s and early 'aughts would mark the high point of Mercedes quality. This 2001 G500 Cabriolet Europa exemplifies those high standards. It's also extremely rare: Just 524 total Cabrios were made between 1998 and 2000, with just 213 G500 built. Power comes from a five-liter V8, putting power to all four wheels via a five-speed automatic and front, center, and rear locking differentials and portal axles — this was designed first and foremost as a military vehicle. The soft top is power-operated, with a handful of tasteful aftermarket touches like a front brush guard, Brabus exhaust, and 20-inch wheels. A matte green paint job covers the original silver. This classic Mercedes is currently up for auction on Bring a Trailer.
