(40 model years) 1979 – 2018 MERCEDES GALAENDEWAGEN. The “G-Wagen” was introduced as a go-anywhere military vehicle for 1979. It’s shape has worn well and has remained unchanged. This model was not imported into the U.S. by Mercedes until 2002. This Mercedes press photo commemorates the G-wagen’s 30 year anniversary with mainly 1979 and 2009 models –