W163 ML Collection

The first generation ML, also known as "The Alabama Trashcan," was the first endeavor of the German car companies into the consumer grade luxury SUV game. The W163 was criticized in period for poor build quality, with critics often citing poor panel gaps. However, with its ladder frame and two-speed transfer case, enthusiasts have been converting them into capable off-roading rigs. The ML55 AMG utilized the AMG 5.4L NA M113 V8, making it the fastest SUV in the world at the time of production. It also started the SUV horsepower wars, leading to the creation of every single high performance SUV on the market today.