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Est: £14,000 - £18,000

1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth (W201)

United Kingdom • 15 Nov 2026 • Lot 357

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

A desirable Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth, with a documented history including a period in Spain and recent recommissioning. The car comes with a fresh MOT and is ready for its next owner.

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Condition 

8

Recommissioned, good history, MOT no advisories

/ 10

Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

WDB2010342F205756

Odometer:

138,683 miles

Reg Number:

C249 VDL

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth is one of the most celebrated modern classic performance saloons in automotive history and was born out of Mercedes-Benz's desire to compete in motorsport, eventually becoming a dominant force in the DTM touring car series
The standard 134bhp 2.3-litre M102 four-cylinder was transformed by Cosworth Engineering who designed a unique light-alloy, DOHC, 16-valve cylinder head and in conjunction with aggressive cams and Mahle alloy pistons now offered 182bhp
A close-ratio, five-speed, Getrag dog-leg gearbox, a five-link rear multi-link suspension setup and a factory body kit, flared wheel arches and a rear spoiler completed the package 
First registered in the UK on 29/04/1986, we understand that the car spent approximately 25 years in Spain and was previously owned by our vendor's grandfather
Brought back to the UK by our vendor in 2026 and subsequently recommissioned, with 138,683 miles indicated at the time of cataloguing
Offered with an MOT valid ...

Points of note

£4,578

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£19,288

Median Price (Since 2020)

£276,949

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