1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 E review from Australia and New Zealand
"A great car, superbly built before advanced electronics"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Radiator sprung a leak at 130k.
Water leak in the boot, which took forever to locate. Had to take out the rear window. Small hole bottom left corner. Now dry.
Query - When braking and slowing to a near stop, it will sometimes stall. Checked by auto elec, auto trans and mechanic with no luck.. Idle control valve replaced; still same. Any help appreciated.
General comments?
This is an amazing car. Handles very well with 16x7 mags and tyres, and it's a pleasure to drive on long trips.
Can cruise effortlessly at 130k's all day.
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| Once a Mercedes, always a Mercedes |
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| Excellent modern classic |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model year | 1990 |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 103250 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 131429 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 22nd October, 2007 |