Mercedes-Benz G-Class specialist Jörg Sand has written the ultimate book on this all-wheel-drive legend, from its design and development to its extraordinary and diverse career up to the present day. Very few automobiles remain as faithful in their character and appearance as the hardcore, all-wheel-drive Mercedes-Benz G-Class luxury SUV. Even when it comes to the most recent series, the W 463 A, with its technically profound changes, the designers at Mercedes have barely changed the classic look. And for good reason. From its first year, 1979, the G-Class has always been one of the very few off-road legends. Tourists, firefighters, foresters, race drivers, and boat owners all appreciate the unique qualities of this indestructible force, the "G Wagon," from Graz, Austria. AUTHOR: Jörg Sand works regularly as a freelance journalist for various SUV trade magazines. He is a dedicated member of the Mercedes-Benz Geländewagen-Club e.V. (Off-Road Club) and publishes the quarterly G-Wagen Magazin. SELLING POINTS: . The definitive book on this all-wheel-drive G-Class luxury SUV from Mercedes-Benz . An off-road legend since its first appearance in 1979 . Author is a member of the Mercedes-Benz Off-Road Club and publishes the quarterly G-Wagen Magazine 370 colour and b/w illustrations