49k-Mile 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1987
- Make: Mercedes-Benz
- Model: 190E
- VIN: WDBDA34D1HF326605
- Mileage Shown: 49,159
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Blue Black Metallic
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Artesia, CA 90703
- Lot #: V-0043817
A factory homologation car for the Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM) Touring Car Championship, the Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 debuted as a performance version of the 190E featuring a Cosworth four-cylinder engine. This 1987 example is finished in Blue Black Metallic over a black leather interior and comes equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission, a limited-slip differential, self-leveling rear suspension, 15” Gullideckel alloy wheels, power-adjustable front seats, and an aerodynamic bodykit. Purchased by the seller just over a year ago and treated to a major recent service, this W201 is now being offered for auction out of California with approximately 49k miles showing on the odometer.
Helping make it one of the most aerodynamic four-door sedans of its time, the 190E 2.3-16 features a unique bodykit with flared wheel arches, side skirts, a front air dam, a rear valence, and a trunk-mounted spoiler. This example is finished in Blue Black Metallic and rides on silver 15” Gullideckel alloy wheels dressed in Michelin Pilot Exalto all-season tires. Other equipment includes an electric sunroof and visor, a power antenna, headlamp wipers, and a dual-tipped muffler. The current owner installed Bosch European-spec headlamps and the original lights are included with the sale. The seller believes the hood and rear wing were refinished under prior ownership. Some minor cosmetic imperfections are also noted on the hood, front bumper, and right rear door. Detailed images are provided in the gallery along with a clean CARFAX report.
The cabin is appointed with black leather upholstery including power-adjustable front seats and matching carpets accented by woodgrain trim on the center console. Accessories include a black leather four-spoke steering wheel, powered windows, air conditioning, cruise control, heat-insulated glass, and an analog clock. The center stack also houses a VDO stopwatch alongside oil temperature and battery voltage gauges. The seller adds that the left rear window regulator and original Becker Grand Prix cassette stereo work intermittently.
This Mercedes-Benz is equipped with a sought-after 2.3-liter inline-four engine featuring a light alloy Cosworth cylinder head with dual overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder. Up to 167 HP and 162 lb.-ft of torque is sent to the rear wheels through a 5-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. Recent service is said to include replacing the engine fan blade, A/C compressor and dryer, auxiliary fan switch, A/C compressor switch, rear brake discs and pads, parking brake shoes and cable, air filter, coolant temperature sensor, valve cover gaskets, right window regulator, and oil filter cap. Corresponding service invoices are said to be available.
This sale will include owner’s manuals, a toolkit, a spare tire, and a clean title.
The seller would like you to know: “This 190E 16V Cosworth is a timepiece, feeling like you purchased the car in 1987. It is fully equipped and one of the best examples on the market. Fully documented service records.”
Auction Results
- Highest Bid: $33,000
- Auction End: Jun 05, 2024 07:10:52PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 37
Comments (62)
Should've relisted it on BaT. :p
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@Ekstarr it really is a complete example of a 190E Cosworth with receipts from original purchase from 1987
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@Boblox thanks it certainly seems almost as good as new :)
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@Ekstarr car has been cared for and looked over by a Mercedes Benz shop in Los Angeles ca. called Beverly Laurel automotive…they have been working on Mercedes Benz since 1981. They have looked over car and said car is mechanically sound for everyday driver. As mentioned in description the radio and rear left window work from time to time…
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@VeloVolante unfortunately I wasn’t able to make a video driving. I assure you this car has only 49k miles and is currently registered pls note. Also garaged with exterior trim all in tact perfectly straight up clean example of a cosworth 190E. Spent $3500.00 in recent service including new AC compressor ect..have receipts. Pls see video of car running with zero dash lights .
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no driving video?
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I see the recent maintenance explained. any description of overall mechanical health? has the car been inspected for any needs or shortcomings known about?
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@Ekstarr minor rock chips from patina and spirited driving..
I couldn't seem to find images of "Some minor cosmetic imperfections are also noted on the hood, front bumper, and right rear door." am I missing them?
@Tirefriar yes correct
Will the smog cert be provided to a California buyer?
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@GrandNatty yes correct, holes from oem wiper blades from original headlights that comes complete with sale of car. Buyer can also source euro wiper blades or purchase the wiper delete panels. Pls note.
@Boblox - are those holes for now missing headlight wipers in the front? Any idea?
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My favorite car. Have a gold 5spd and grey automatic.
These cars are just build well.
GLWA
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@Cg190e I did not. I copied and pasted. But any way i's a legitimate car. I called Hagerty and their guy looked on their computer and it said it is the right car (167hp) however if you copied and pasted that Vin on their website, you would still get the 130hp variety 190e. So Hagerty needs to update their information on their website.
@ronwangu I suspect you entered the VIN wrong, it comes up with accurate information when I checked on Mercedes VIN decoder.
@Boblox Thank you! It's a great car!
@ronwangu will post all documents and literature on Friday pls note
@ronwangu don’t think pcarmarket would advertise a fake car 🤷🏾♂️
@ronwangu not sure about the vin you might have searched, but this is indeed a 190e 16V 2.3 Cosworth..I have all the documented and original
Vehicle purchase receipts from original dealership from 1987 and all books and literature when you buy a 190e 16v 2.3 cosworth…
Nice car.
Why is the Vin# coming back as the regular 190E 2.3/130hp on Hagerty? Other than the Carfax report, do you have any other documentations that came with the car to prove that this is not the regular 190E ?
Can you post some copies of the service records.
@MK69 sell a car to get another…appreciated
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Why selling so soon?
Nice car.
@CabiglioGarage I will take detailed photos of under carriage and post Friday.
Are there any undercarriage photos available?
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