Current Bid: £6,500
1989 Mercedes Benz 190E 2.5-16 Cosworth
Evoke Classics • UK • 25 Nov 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 10% of Past Sales
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Current Bid: £6,500
1989 Mercedes Benz 190E 2.5-16 Cosworth
UK • 25 Nov 2026 • Lot 1721
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a UK supplied, Right Hand Drive classic car finished in desirable 'Blauschwarz' metallic with full black leather upholstery. It boasts a comprehensive history file with 21 service stamps and a long MOT until November 2027.
Condition
7
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145,532 miles (via 2026 MOT)
F74 OEB
1989
Auction
Manual
RHD
United Kingdom
Current Bid: £6,500
1989 Mercedes Benz 190E 2.5-16 Cosworth
Evoke Classics • UK • 25 Nov 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 10% of Past Sales
Track live values and receive listing alerts
Description
UK supplied, RHD exampleFinished in desirable 'Blauschwarz' metallic w/ full black leather
Comprehensive history file incl. original service book w/ 21 stampsIn current ownership approx.
7 yearsLong MOT until November 2027HPI Clear
The Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 remains one of the most respected performance saloons of its era.
Developed with Cosworth engineering expertise and created to compete at the highest levels of touring car racing, it combined everyday usability with genuine high-performance credentials.
Finished in elegant ‘Blauschwarz’ metallic over a full ‘Anthracite’ leather interior, this well-documented car benefits from long-term enthusiast ownership and a substantial maintenance record.
In the hands of the current owner since late 2019, it has been carefully improved and preserved, with significant restoration work undertaken to ensure its continued enjoyment. History & Ownership
The accompanying history pack includes the original owner's manuals, service book and ...
Price Analysis vs Other (W201) 190 E 2.5-16s
£6,187
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£18,813
Median Price (Since 2020)
£43,092
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 5th Nov 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
145,532 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 6th Nov 2026, 145,532 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On 17th Apr 2024, 145,449 miles
There were 10 defects noted.
Advisory:
- No reverse lights
- Headlamps slightly insecure (both sides)
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Jacking points slightly corroded but not weakened
- Fuel Pipe/s corroded Mid to rear
- Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Mid to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Aux belt tensioner slightly worn
Passed
On 28th Mar 2023, 143,722 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Minor:
- Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Aux belt tensioner slightly worn
- Jacking points slightly corroded but not weakened
Failed
On 27th Mar 2023, 143,722 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
Minor:
- Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Aux belt tensioner slightly worn
- Jacking points slightly corroded but not weakened
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