# Ultra-Chic Vintage G-Wagens Expedition Motor Company Debuts Two New Mercedes-Benz Wolf Commissions By Kalin Ned | Published 2026-07-31 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-wolf References: [theshopmag](https://theshopmag.com/news/expedition-motor-company-250gd-620ge-wolf-commissions/)  [Expedition Motor Company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expedition-motor-company), a premier restorer and custom builder of vintage G-Wagens, has introduced two new [Mercedes-Benz](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1992-gwagen) Wolf commissions — the 250GD and the 620GE. These represent opposite ends of the company's restoration philosophy, with one preserving the platform's analog turbodiesel heritage and the other reimagining it with a modern V8 engine. The 250GD, finished in Magma Beam Orange, features a Mercedes-Benz 2.5-litre OM605a turbodiesel paired with a five-speed manual transmission. It delivers over double the horsepower of the original naturally aspirated engine while retaining the authentic turbodiesel character and period-correct feel that purists cherish. The 620GE, finished in Ireland Mid Green Metallic, is powered by a brand-new [GM](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overfinch-heritage-defender) 6.2-litre LS3 V8 mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. It offers modern power delivery and convenience for drivers who prefer contemporary performance. Image Credit: Expedition Motor Company ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 83% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Heritage Restomod Suvs:** Classic off-road platforms are becoming premium canvases where analog identity blends with modern drivability, creating space for highly personalized luxury mobility products. - **Analog Performance Preservation:** Period-correct mechanical character is gaining value among enthusiasts as upgraded legacy drivetrains deliver usability without erasing vintage authenticity. - **Modernized Vintage Powertrains:** Contemporary engine swaps in collectible vehicles are reshaping expectations around reliability, power, and convenience within the high-end restoration market. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Automotive:** Bespoke vintage SUV builds signal growing demand for exclusivity beyond new-vehicle production, expanding premium revenue models around customization and craftsmanship. - **Vehicle Restoration:** Specialist builders are elevating restoration into a design-led service category where engineering upgrades and heritage preservation command collectible pricing. - **Aftermarket Performance:** Engine, transmission, and drivability upgrades for classic vehicles are creating new opportunities across parts, tuning, and integration services for affluent enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Custom-Built Retro Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1969-mercedesbenz.md) - [Luxury Open-Top Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl-680.md) - [Custom Rugged Vehicle Fleet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/land-rover-classic.md) - [Overland Adventure Trucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-gxv-wild.md) - [Luxury Electric Limousine Vans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Luxury-electric-limousine-vans.md) - [Iconic Entirely Electric Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eq-technology-suv.md) - [Luxury Utility Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimog.md) - [Modified Luxury Vehicle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modified-luxury-vehicle.md) - [Dynamic Electric Grand Tourers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/range-rover-gt.md)