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For Sale: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E in Houston, Texas

Vehicle Description

1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16V

VIN: WDBDA34D9HF275693
Engine No. 10298310014528

Mercedes-Benz's Bold DTM Sedan
Long-Term California Car Benefiting from Caring Ownership
Exceptionally Preserved Low-Mileage Example in Stock Configuration
Verified by Original Data-Card and Matching Owner's Manuals
Well Maintained with Recent Services and Records back to 1988
2019 Scheduled Inspection and Major Tune-Up Service
Complete with Original Accessories and Factory Applied VIN Tags
Known History with Clean CarFax & AutoCheck Reports

Mercedes-Benz went head to head with BMW when it launched the 190 Series in December 1982, expanding its market. A conventional and compact, front-engine - rear-drive, four-door saloon, the 190 was available with a variety of powerplants, while offering generous interior accommodation, rivalling that of the firm's larger luxurious models. A sports model was not long in coming, and the Cosworth-developed 2.3-16v joined the expanding 190 range in the autumn of 1983. Although the model made its debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show in September, it had already grabbed the headlines by setting numerous world records. This high-performance variant of the 190 was only available in the US for 2 years, 1986-1987.

WDBDA34D9HF275693, offered here was completed in October of 1986 wearing (199) Black Pearl Metallic (blue-black, "blauschwarz") over (271) Black Leather appointments.

Optioned equipment included:

222 - RIGHT FRONT SEAT, ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE
240 - OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
241 - LEFT FRONT SEAT ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE WITH MEMORY FEATURE
410 - ELECTRIC SLIDING ROOF
444 - TEMPOMAT (CRUISE CONTROL) AND AIRBAG
467 - CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM AND INSTRUMENTS WITH ENGLISH LETTERING
494 - CALIFORNIA VERSION
506 - OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR, LEFT AND RIGHT, HEATED (ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE ON THE RIGHT) (L.H.D.)
519 - BECKER RADIO GRAND PRIX ELECTRONIC CASSETTE - USA
531 - ELECTRONIC ANTENNA
543 - SUN VISOR WITH VANITY MIRROR, ILLUMINATED, LEFT AND RIGHT
551 - ANTI-THEFT WARNING SYSTEM
586 - AIR CONDITIONER, AND ELECTRIC WINDOW LIFTERS (FRONT AND REAR DOORS)
593 - HEAT-INSULATING GLASS ALL-AROUND, HEATED REAR WINDOWPANE, BAND FILTER
600 - HEADLAMP WIPER/WASHER
639 - ELIMINATION OF WARNING TRIANGLE
807 - CHANGE OF YEAR MODEL
876 - REAR DOOR CONTACTS AND LAMP ABOVE REAR WINDOW

The 190 was purchased new by a Mr. Chen of Loma Linda, California on December 31, 1986 - through House of Imports in nearby Buena park. The car would reside in California in the years following under limited ownership and proper care, eventually making its way to Ohio in 2019 and then Houston, Texas. Today this benchmark low-mile example displays just under 63,000 miles and remains in exceptionally original and unmodified condition.

The paintwork is mostly original with sections of the rear that have been professionally re-painted. Notably the front bumper, hood, two front fenders and ALL four doors retain the factory applied VIN stickers. The pampered and preserved cabin, retains all-original leather upholstery and trim, Becker Grand Prix radio, all working instruments and electronics, all Mercedes-Benz Star Sekurit and Sigla glass, stowed first aid kit, decals and plaques. The airbag was renewed in December 1996. Under the hood, zinc/cadmium plating, paint markings, decals and plaques are all beautifully preserved. The same reflects to the undercarriage, with original cosmoline, markings and proper original M-B equipment - including the front 1986 date-stamped plastic skid pan (in excellent condition) and original front bumper with matching VIN tag. Likewise, the luggage compartment is tidy with an unused spare tire assembly (showing factory ink stamps on the wheel hub), complemented by a jack.

An accompanying dossier contains records and invoices dating from 1988 to 2019, including both clean CarFax and AutoCheck reports. A 2019 scheduled inspection and major tune-up service addressed nearly all systems of the car, including a complete ignition, injection and intake freshening, rear shocks and front struts, rubber suspension and driveline components, thermostat, all new fluids and filters. Over $7,000 invested.

Importantly, the 190E is complete with its original Owner's Manual, VIN-matched Maintenance and Warranty Booklets, Becker Operating Guide and Cards, and cruise control card in vinyl folio. Clean, original pampered examples of a 2.3-16 are few and far between. Now available for worldwide purchase and delivery from our Houston, Texas showroom, we highly recommend this Mercedes-Benz to the collector and driver enthusiast.

$48,750.00 FIRM

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Vehicle Details

  • 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E
  • Listing ID: CC-1272067
  • Price: $48,750
  • Location:Houston, Texas
  • Year:1987
  • Make:Mercedes-Benz
  • Model:190E
  • Exterior Color:GRY
  • Odometer:62945
  • Stock Number:D1987
  • VIN:WDBDA34D9HF275693
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