A MAJOR car brand has revealed a limited edition revival that pays homage to a beloved 80s icon.
Drivers could be delighted to get behind the wheel of a vehicle that provides a vintage style with modern features.
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Mercedes-Benz has launched the exclusive offer of one of its most popular models.
An alternative to super cars, the G-Class was previously sold as an off-road car which could traverse any terrain.
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class “Stronger than the 1980s” special edition could afford motorists the chance to reminisce.
The glossy black or grey paint work has been swapped for Agave Green or Colorado Beige.
Black plastic has also replaced the chrome around the front fascia and door mirrors.
Taking one of the features from the decade, the vehicles will also sport orange indicators and lettering.
This will use the same font found on a wide range of Mercedes-Benz models from the era.
Offering 4×4 lovers the chance to get off-road, a number of accessories will also be on offer.
These include headlight meshes, a rear ladder, and a substantial set of mud flaps.
Other unique additions include seats in a chequered Dove Grey fabric and the words “Stronger than the 1980s” inscribed.
The electric sunroof, keyless entry, three-zone climate control and a pair of 12.3-inch touchscreens ensure the drive remains modern despite the nostalgia.
It comes after the brand announcing it will stop producing two models to focus on more profitable vehicles.
Mercedes-Benz said it is turning its focus towards cars that will bring in more money for the brand.
It is axing the Citan compact commercial van and its T-Class passenger sibling.
These are based on the Renault Kangoo and are built at Renault’s plant in Maubeuge, northern France.
Production of the models will halt in the middle of next year.
However this won’t effect any other vehicles being produced at the plant.
Mercedes will instead concentrate on its commercial line up on the midsize and large segments.
This means models including the Vito, V-Class and Sprinter which are more profitable, AutoMotive News reports.
But the company has hinted at a new motor, saying it plans to present a version of the Vision V van at the Shanghai auto show in just a few days.
Why are so many car dealerships closing down?
By Summer Raemason
According to Business Rescue Expert there are multiple reasons why car dealerships are folding across the UK.
The first major factor is rising online car sales which are beating in-person sales at dealerships.
With an extensive range of comparison and second-hand sites to chose from, may car buyers don’t even step foot into a dealership anymore.
Secondly, the actual cost to physically run the sites has soared.
Rent, wages and energy bills have all been increasing for roughly the past five years, putting many out of pocket.
Car manufacturing across the globe was also hit by a semiconductor chip shortage in 2022 which made it difficult to produce new motors.
The high demand with limited supply created a backlog, which although has eased, is still having an impact on the industry.
A third reason for recent closures is the shift to electric cars.
They are becoming more popular, given the Government initiative to be Net Zero in 2050.
The industry is also affected when companies merge or are bought by rivals.
This may lead to some independent names falling victim to the ongoing spate of closures.
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