The 600,000th unit of the legendary Mercedes‑Benz G‑Class rolled off the production line in Graz, Austria – a G580 with EQ Technology in Obsidian Black Metallic- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) said this week. Accompanied by the S- and E Class, the G-Class is one of the longest-produced model series in the history of Mercedes Benz passenger cars.

“The off-road icon, often praised for its remarkable off-road prowess, has been writing its own success story since 1979. The G Class achieved cult status within its growing fan base with its unique combination of unmistakable design and exceptional off-road capability,” MBUSA said in a release that was likely available in global versions in various markets.

Mercedes-Benz also said “The degree of individualization available for the G-Class is among the highest in the Mercedes Benz lineup. With the Manufaktur portfolio, customers have numerous possibilities for personalization. Over 90 percent of G Class customers worldwide now choose at least one Manufaktur option – on average, it’s three per vehicle globally. Manufaktur also fulfills the increasing demand from G Class customers for heritage paint colors and exclusive hues inspired by iconic designs.