Faults:

Rattling noise from drivers front suspension.

Door panels have started to separate (armrests).

General Comments:

We recently bought this car for my wife. Even with 150K miles and 1989 manufacture year, this vehicle remains a surprisingly modern looking vehicle with unmatched comfort and driving feel second to no other vehicle I have ever owned. The interior is very plush, with seats that are different than the norm, yet very comfortable, even on long trips. Gas mileage is very good, even with the 2.6 motor. The exterior styling is very modern while remaining classic MB. We get comments on the car all the time, and people are surprised to learn that it is almost 15 years old. This is top of the line comfort for compact car cost. If you have the chance to buy one, take it and run! Just make sure that the car has been taken care of. Because this is the 'cheap' Mercedes, there are a few that have been abused. They are good cars, so it is not obvious when one has not been taken care of. Mercedes will easily run to 300K miles if taken care of.

Faults:

New SRS controller. Got used part saved 1,000 dollars.

Tail Lights were wired incorrectly causing fuses to blow. Easy and cheap fix.

General Comments:

This car is a phenomenal value for the money. When you drive one of these cars you would think that it's only 4 or 5 years old, when in actuality, it is 14 years old.

When you push this car to it's operating limits, it responds to your every command. Aim the 3 Point Star on the hood where you want, and the car WILL follow.

Built solid as a rock! Doors still close with a thunk. Cabin is air-tight. Seats are ultra-comfortable. Climate Control works like a charm. Not one squeak or rattle.

The 103 engine is remarkable smooth. Transmission Shifts are punchy, and crisp. When started in 1st gear the acceleration is incredible (almost impossible given the price). During normal driving car starts off in 2nd gear, leading some to think the car has poor performance. (Little do they know!)

To sum it up. If you can get one at a good price, RUN don't walk. and pick up a 190E 2.6 today.

Faults:

Fitted a new clutch at 165,000.

Fitted a new water pump at 100,000.

Fitted a new fuel pump 182,000.

Electric windows have been a problem.

My head gasket blew at 98,000.

The front drivers seat material has worn badly.

General Comments:

The ride of this car is immensely smooth.

The engine is built to last, and is not the quickest of the mark, but the smoothest on the highway.

The ride is very quiet.

It is still a stunning car inspite of it age.

The driving position is very good, and you could be fooled to think you were in your living room.