1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 2.3-16v Cosworth review from Spain
"A good, strong reliable car for the family man and enthusiast both"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rear suspension balls at 160,000k
Fuel pump relay in 2002 (fitted second hand replacement)
Odometer spindle fell out 2003 (fixed in 20 minuets)
Ads plays up a bit on/off when wheels spin accures.
General comments?
A very good all round car, built like a tank, but with the Cosworth WAA engine the performance is very good and can stay with a lot of so called 'sports cars'.
Road holding is fantastic and very forgiving, even in the wet and always predictable, the change to 225-45/16 tyres has helped a lot.
The leather interior can be a bit hot here in Spain, but it wears very well.
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| 1986 - 190 2.3-16 Cosworth 2.3 fuel injected 16v Collectable German pocket rocket |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 -16v injection Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 150000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 185000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin 200 |
| Date of Entry | 24th May, 2003 |