1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E For Sale
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Vivek Nayyar
Published: April 8th, 2025
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This 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16v Cosworth with a 5-speed manual is a rare classic with tasteful mods, ready for a new owner to tune up—perfect for Mercedes enthusiasts and vintage car collectors.
Location: Danville, California/USA
Price: $19,000
Key Details
- Make/Model: Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16v Cosworth
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- History: Owned for 5 years, minimal use (few hundred miles)
- Title: Clean California title, not currently tagged
Condition
- Repainted by prior owner, decent quality
- Full check-up by Rennbereit (new ECU, potentiometer, fuel pressure adjusted, valve lash checked)
- Replaced dash (no cracks)
- Starts and can be driven short distances or onto a trailer
Known Issues
- Failed smog last year (running lean, missing exhaust bolt fixed, lambda sensor replaced, still needs adjustment)
- Timing belt fraying (replacement included)
- Slight rust under rear spoiler and surface rust under brake booster
- A/C not working (converted to R134, only worked with heater on)
- Driver-side door lock cylinder broken (vacuum locking works via trunk/passenger locks)
- Sunroof inoperable (likely snapped cable)
- Stereo uninstalled (OEM in place but not connected, antenna may not work)
- Typical 40-year-old wear (door card gaps, warped zebrano trim)
Performance Highlights
- 2.3L 16-valve Cosworth engine
Upgrades & Features
- Fließen exhaust (OEM not included)
- Compomotive TH1781 wheels (OEM Gullideckel wheels included)
- H&R lowering springs on stock SLS (OEM springs included)
- Retrimmed vintage Recaro LXBs (OEM seats included, driver motor intermittent)
- Momo steering wheel (OEM included)
Additional Information
- Seller recommends trailering, not driving away, due to potential air-fuel ratio needs
- Happy to assist with shipping coordination
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