We upgraded our Mercedes G-Wagon’s suspension with FOX shocks and factory-height Jack Wagon Overlanding springs for a smoother ride—no lift, no compromise. See how it transforms on and off-road.
View moreFollow along as we transform a 2017 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG from a luxury street machine into a capable, garage-friendly adventure rig. This G-Wagon features solid axles, triple locking differentials, and a twin-turbo V8—all rooted in military-grade engineering. Built for weekend getaways and weeklong trips, this project focuses on making smart, height-conscious modifications that maintain daily usability without sacrificing off-road performance. Look for coverage on installs, tech tips, product tests, and lessons learned as we dive into the G platform.
See how the OVR G63 pairs forged Bradley wheels with Toyo Open Country A/T III “Passenger” tires to stay civilized in the city while ready for overland terrain. Join us as we dive into wheel size, offset, tire construction choices and more.
Did we make a mistake? We kick off our OVR G63 project—an AMG-powered G-Wagon turned overland rig. See what works, what doesn’t, and why we’re sticking with this bold build.
Follow OVR as we convert a 2017 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG into a garage-friendly overlander, blending luxury and trail-ready performance in one capable package.