Mercedes Benz

Text Jordan, ON – Just like music and fashion are cyclical and the way that what was once considered old becomes new again, vehicle nameplate revivals have become the latest automotive trend along with big grilles and fake rear diffusers. These revivals can go one of two ways: a faithful reimaging that brings the essence of the past model into the future, think Ford Bronco, or a marketing play where the new model bears little resemblance in design or substance to the one from the past. Chevy Blazer, I’m looking at you. The new Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer full-size SUVs fall somewhere in between.  This time around you won’t find any faux wood grain on the body panels but the aftermarket will probably take care of that in short order. The original Wagoneer debuted in 1963 and enjoyed a 29-year production run before it was discontinued due to rising fuel prices and poor sales. Regarded as the original luxury 4x4, it could be had with four doors at a time when most of ...