Mercedes G-Wagen Old Military-Spec Gets A LWB Cabrio Makeover

Nowadays, most of the time we write about a Mercedes G-Wagen (not G-Wagon), it is usually about a modern-day variant of the iconic model that stands out for one thing or another. However, in this case, it is the old one that sits under the spotlight.
 

It has Expedition Motor Company (EMC) to thank for that, as the American specialist has put some serious work into it. The military-spec 1993 Mercedes-Benz G-Class in question is said to be the company’s latest offering in the Long Wheelbase (LWB) Cabrio G-Wagen family. The ride in question has the Short Wheelbase (SWB) 250GD Wolf to thank for its existence, as the EMC has almost a decade of expertise when it comes to restoring this model.
 
The old-timer SUV has more space between the axles, which has resulted in a more spacious interior that now has seating for up to eight, with four individual seats for the first and second rows and inward-facing jump seats at the rear, as opposed to the six-seater configuration of the SWB builds. If that is not enough, you should also know that the special vehicle comes with running boards, sits on 18-inch Mercedes Astaroth Wheels, and has new bucket seats,
 

This 1993 military-spec Mercedes G-Wagen has a green paint finish and several black accents. It also has a folding rag top in black, a bulbar, and fat tires wrapped around the aforementioned alloys. It has a generous ground clearance and looks ready to venture off the beaten path and conquer the great outdoors whenever its driver wants to do so. Another interesting aspect, albeit one that was retained from the original, is the fact that the front windscreen can be lowered.
 
If you must know, the interior indeed sports new seats and a nice brown leather upholstery. However, Expedition Motor Company decided to keep the old dashboard panel in pace, as well as the two-spoke steering wheel. Still, if you look closely at the center console, you will see that the car has a touchscreen display, so it may be old, though at least it tries to blend in with the modern rides, and we can easily call it a restomod. Or can we?
 

The old G-Wagen in question does seem to tick some interesting boxes for this. EMC offers this project with a Mercedes turbodiesel that is described as being “robust.” The mill develops 350 pound-feet (475 Nm) of torque and 275 horsepower, and special builds can be fitted with an LS3 V8 lump, which is said to develop 430 horsepower.
 
How much do you think something like this costs? The price starts at $235,000, and interested parties can reach out to Expedition Motor Company for more information.