MERCEDES 190E AUTO

1988

1,000 miles

Manual

Petrol

£2,000 – £3,000

Estimate range

Bidding starts 29 Oct at 10:00

Listing Source

SWVA

Auction

Auction Date

Thursday, 29 October 2026

Starts at 10:00

35 days until auction

Estimate

£2,000 - £3,000

Location

United Kingdom

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Buyer notes

MOT valid until July 2027.
Service booklet contains 19 stamps plus two brake fluid entries.
Over £2,500 spent on parts in the last 12 months, including suspension.
Serviced 1,000 miles ago and fitted with a replacement timing chain.

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Description

A well-presented 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190E Auto, representing the W201 generation that established Mercedes-Benz in the compact executive market. Accompanied by a strong history file and benefiting from considerable recent expenditure, this example offers the reassuring build quality and understated styling for which the 190E remains highly regarded. The Vendor reports that more than £2,500 has been spent on parts during the last 12 months, including replacement suspension components to both the f...

About the 190E

The W201 190 E (1982-1993) was the base fuel-injected model with the M102 2.0-litre four producing 122hp. The car that established the compact executive segment.

Known Issues to Watch For

Engine: M102 four reliable - head gasket at high mileage. M103 six excellent. OM601/OM602 diesel legendary - properly maintained, indefinite life. Body: W201 is well-built but check for rust - sills, arches, inner wings, floor. Quality varies by country of origin. 16V: Cosworth head gasket. Evolution: Check for accident damage, verify authenticity carefully - very valuable. Transmission: Manual or 722.4 auto both reliable. Suspension: Ball joints, bushings with age. General: One of the best compact Mercedes ever built.

Desirable Options

Six-cylinder or 16V engine, Evolution specification (highly collectible), Manual gearbox, Sportline package, Good rust-free bodywork, Service history, Matching numbers (16V/Evo)