1992 MERCEDES-BENZ (W201) 190E

KEY FACTS

• A desirable 1990s modern classic saloon, which presents in very good condition.
• Under the bonnet is the 1.8-litre ‘M102’ inline-four, coupled with the five-speed manual transmission.
• It benefits from a comprehensive service history.
• The car has one owner from new, having initially been registered to the supplying dealer, then the owner, then to the owner’s wife within the space of two weeks.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 190E is fitted with the electrically operated steel sunroof, central locking, wood veneer accents, and an aftermarket Sony stereo.
• Its original bill of sale and sales brochures are included, along with a detailed folder of maintenance invoices and tax discs.

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage.
• Its red paintwork is in good condition, having previously had a partial respray on the driver’s side and the dark plastics, with just a few age-related stone chips around the front end and on top of the steel sunroof.
• The black plastic body trims have been re-finished to rectify some age-related fading.
• Inside, its charcoal cloth upholstery is all in good shape, with only minor signs of use. The leatherette gear gaiter cover is flaking, and would benefit from being replaced in due course.
• No electrical faults have been detected.
• The most recent MOT test was on 2 March 2021 at 96,905 miles, which was a first-time pass with no advisories or defects.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Its most recent service was in April 2019 at 96,351 miles, where technicians at DJ Motor Company changed the engine oil, filter and spark plugs, before lubricating the key mechanical elements.

Dates and mileage:

• 22/02/1993 - 1,072 miles
• 18/11/1993 - 6,213 miles
• 29/11/1994 - 12,116 miles
• 05/01/1996 - 18,004 miles
• 17/02/1997 - 23,460 miles
• 17/04/1998 - 30,160 miles
• 26/05/1999 - 36,274 miles
• 15/11/2000 - 42,056 miles
• 09/01/2003 - 43,081 miles
• 18/08/2004 - 54,444 miles
• 07/11/2006 - 59,664 miles
• 10/10/2009 - Unrecorded
• 13/04/2011 - 71,609 miles
• 17/04/2013 - 78,757 miles
• 05/03/2014 - 82,689 miles
• 12/03/2014 - 82,917 miles
• 24/07/2015 - 87,866 miles
• 22/04/2016 - 90,346 miles
• 24/04/2018 - 95,680 miles
• 18/04/2019 - 96,351 miles

SUMMARY

This Mercedes-Benz (W201) 190E is a refined modern classic saloon, with a comprehensive maintenance history, and which presents in very good order for its age. A characterful alternative to contemporary family cars, this 190E would be a solid addition to any garage, and should prove to be a reliable and enjoyable regular runner.

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