This 1981 Mercedes-Benz 280GE is a civilian-market short wheelbase example finished in Cactus Green over a plaid interior. The truck was reportedly imported to the US in 2006 and has resided in the seller’s private collection for the past five years, now showing an indicated 157k kilometers (~98k miles). Power is supplied by a 2.8-liter M110 gasoline inline-six mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission. This G-Wagen is offered at no reserve with records from recent service and a clear Texas title.

The truck was reportedly sold new in Berlin and ordered with a single panel rear door, 2-piece rear bumper, and trailer hitch. Green paint is shown in several close-up photos below. The seller indicates the presence of spot repainting in areas where rust was previously addressed, and a few small dings are also visible around the body.

Bridgestone Dueler A/T tires come fitted on the silver-painted steel wheels. Both the front and rear axles feature locking differentials.

The cabin is optioned with upgraded plaid upholstery and a forward-facing rear bench seat. Controls for the differentials and transfer case are housed on the center console along with the parking brake and gear selector.

Instrumentation includes a speedometer, center-mounted tachometer, combined fuel level/temperature gauge, and clock. The 6-digit odometer shows 157k kilometers (~98k miles), 150 of which have been added by the seller.

The 2.8-liter M110 inline-six utilizes chain-driven overhead camshafts, two valves per cylinder, and Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection. Output was rated at 156 horsepower and 165 ft-lb of torque by the factory when new. A fluid change was performed approximately 100 miles ago.