Mercedes Benz 190E 2,5-16V Evolution 1 (W201) (1989)

Vehicle description

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Mercedes-Benz 190E 2,5-16V Evolution 1 (201) from 1989 in the color black metallic with black leather interior.

Highlights:

• From 3rd hand, with TÜV, registered, restored and immediately ready to drive in a well-maintained condition.
• A Classic Analytics report from 2021 certifies that the Mercedes has a condition rating of 2.
• Extensive equipment, including: Sunroof, central locking, electric windows, heated seats, ABS, Becker radio.
• Extensively restored and in good condition.
• In the course of the restoration, the saloon was professionally repainted (complete).
• Purchased directly from the restorer in 2022.
• After the restoration, the EVO1 presents itself again in beautiful original condition.
• Engine was replaced in 1990, both the engine certificate of the original engine and the certificate of the replacement engine are available.
• Underbody has been preserved and cavity sealed.
• Was owned by a collector for 10 years.
• Tires with as-new spare wheel.
• Rare 16 alloy wheels have been fitted.

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1989
• First registration: Germany, 1989
• Location: 86807 Buchloe, Germany
• 3 vehicle owners (in possession since June 2022)
• Accident-free in current ownership.
• TÜV until 05/24
• Ready to drive immediately.
• Licensed
• Restored

Model history

Originally designed for motorsport, the Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evo.1 was soon to be found in normal traffic. The Evo in the designation stands for Evolution and indicates that it was a further development that was specially designed for homologation in touring car racing. The Evo.1 version was built to meet the requirements of Group A of the German Touring Car Championship (DTM). The aerodynamic improvements, such as the adjustable rear wing and wider wheel arches, were designed to increase the car's competitiveness in motorsport. Although the main target was the race track, the Evo.1 version also helped to make the road model a desirable and exclusive sports car for enthusiasts.

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Color: Black metallic
• Interior with black leather upholstery.
• As part of the restoration, the vehicle was completely repainted in the original color.

Engine and transmission:

• 2.5-liter 16-valve four-cylinder engine with 195 hp
• Manual gearbox
• Last engine service June 2022.
• Engine was replaced in 1990, documents are available.

Mileage:

• 151,074 km (read off)
• Mileage cannot be traced.

Documentation:

• (German) vehicle documents, TÜV and service reports, invoices, valuation report.

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: 70-90 %
• Brakes: 70-90 %
• The underbody is rust-free, preserved and cavity-sealed.
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to get further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Known defects

• No major defects known.
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos for further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Summary of the vehicle

In short, the Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evolution 1 (201) offered here for auction is in an apparently very good condition. It was professionally and extensively restored in 2021. Various parts were painstakingly collected to restore the Evo 1 to its original condition. In addition, it is technically and visually impressive across the board. A valuation report from 2021 underlines the condition of the saloon. With a current MOT and a valid registration, the Mercedes-Benz presents itself in absolutely roadworthy condition and is a highlight for collectors and enthusiasts.

Vehicle videos

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