This 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3 was originally sold and delivered in Maryland where it remained with the first owner through 2023 when it was purchased by the current owner. It shows a two owner history and 74k miles from new. Finished in Smoke Silver Metallic (702) over Palomino MB-Tex (174), power is provided by a 2.3-liter inline-four mated to a four-speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. Factory equipment includes a power sliding sunroof, power front seats, power windows, power mirrors, automatic climate control, cruise control, and an original Becker head unit. The included Carfax report shows 14 service records since 45k miles in 2002. The remainder of records weren’t accounted for in the original owner’s estate. This 190E is now offered for sale by the current owner with factory literature, 2 keys, the original data card, and a rebuilt Maryland title. 

The body is finished in Smoke Silver Metallic (702) and features contrasting gray lower body cladding and black impact strips. Exterior features include a power sliding sunroof, an inoperable automatic antenna, heated power-adjustable door mirrors, a heated rear window, heated windshield washers and central locking. No rust is present on the car. In 2017 the car was involved in an accident in a parking lot where the rear and quarter panel were damaged. Due to replacement cost the original owner negotiated an insurance buy-back and repaired the car. The car has undergone the necessary safety inspections. the body shows some wear including a small ding at the front right fender and crazing up front. 

The factory 15” Gullideckel wheels have been fitted with Michelin MXV4 tires measuring 185/65 at all four corners. Braking is handled by four-wheel power-assisted discs with ABS. In the trunk a full-size spare is included along with the original tool kit. 

The cabin is trimmed in Palomino MB-Tex (174) with a leather-wrapped shift knob and steering wheel while Zebrano wood trim lines the center console. Both front seats offer 10-way power adjustability. Interior appointments include power windows, automatic climate control, cruise control, a locking glove compartment, a folding center armrest, and the original Becker head unit. The seller reports that the AC system along with all other interior features are operational as intended. 

The four-spoke steering wheel frames VDO instrumentation including a 140-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, an analog clock, a digital outside temperature sensor and gauges for fuel level, coolant temperature and oil pressure. The six-digit odometer currently shows 74k miles from new.

This W201 is powered by a 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine which is rated for 130 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. Underbody photos have been provided by the seller and are viewable in the photo gallery.

The Carfax report shows history since 2002 for this 190E along with linear mileage updates. This 190E is now offered for sale by the current owner with factory literature, 2 keys, the original data card, and a rebuilt Maryland title. 

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