Mercedes-Benz 190 E 1.8 | 1992

Mercedes-Benz 190 E 1.8 | 1992

Highlights:

– 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine, petrol, manual transmission

– Dark green metallic paintwork

– Recently repainted

– Grey patterned cloth interior

– 241000 km on the odometer

The seller offers for sale this 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 1.8, powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a manual transmission. This elegant saloon is finished in dark green metallic, a colour that suits the understated lines of the 190 well. The car has recently been repainted. The odometer shows 241000 km. Inside, the grey patterned cloth upholstery, typical of Mercedes-Benz in the early 1990s, is complemented by the classic four-spoke steering wheel and the clear, well laid out instrument cluster.

The 190 E 1.8 was introduced in 1990 as the entry point to the petrol range of the 190. With its fuel-injected 1.8-litre engine and manual gearbox, it combines economy with the solidity and refinement that made the 190 famous. This example rides on the characteristic multi-spoke alloy wheels, and the chrome grille with the three-pointed star completes the timeless Mercedes-Benz look.

Launched in 1982, the W201 series 190 was the first compact Mercedes-Benz and quickly earned the nickname Baby Benz. It was developed without compromise, with a newly designed multi-link rear suspension and a body engineered to the same safety standards as the larger saloons. The design by Bruno Sacco has aged remarkably well, and the 190 became one of the most successful models in the company’s history, with around 1.9 million cars built by the time production ended in 1993. Sporting versions such as the 190 E 2.3-16 and the Evolution models also made the 190 a force in touring car racing.

What makes the 190 so appealing today is its famous build quality, combined with a pleasant driving experience and straightforward mechanics. The car is compact and easy to drive, yet it offers the solid, reassuring feel for which Mercedes-Benz is renowned. As youngtimers from the 1980s and 1990s grow in popularity, good examples of the 190 are increasingly sought after, and this green 190 E 1.8 is an attractive way to own a true modern classic.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Condition of the interior

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

Technical condition

4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

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This car is currently located in: Porto district, Portugal.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

The car has a Portugese registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.

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