1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Cosworth review from UK and Ireland
"Eat me, Porsche boy"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A few problems with clutch master and slave cylinders when purchased, as the car had been in storage for 2 years.
Apart from that, just general wear and tear, routine maintenance required.
The air conditioning system loses gas if not run regularly.
General comments?
The best all round car I have ever owned, superior in every aspect to many more modern cars.
Dog-leg Gertrag gearbox with first away and left, then 2-5 in an H pattern takes a little getting used to.
General Mercedes dealers cannot service the car properly, and will put standard 190 brake fluid, gearbox and differential oil in. Needs a specialist.
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| Well made, reliable, good value, economical and quite classy |
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| Excellent modern classic |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 84000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 102000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 1st September, 2000 |