1986 Mercedes Benz 190E, 93k, FSH, Velour Interior SOLD

Finished in 568 Signal Red with an ultra-rare Black Velour interior, RIB5712 represents a unique W201 ownership proposition. The car not only has a rare specification, but a fully stamped service book, and MOT history to verify its 93, 000 miles.

Originally delivered by Crawley Mercedes Benz of Cambridge, the car has been serviced by the supplying dealer, Mercedes Benz of Chichester and other marque specialists throughout its life. The service history details an engine overhaul and replacement clutch at 54, 000 miles, while the car was under the ownership of Major Clement H. H Sherwood. All told, the car has had 7 previous keepers, the Major acquired the car in 1991 from a family member and subsequently passed sold it to the garage, which had been responsible for its servicing for many years before the previous owner took custody in 2017.

The car has spent almost all of its life on the south coast, so has not been subject to particularly harsh winters. As such, the structural condition of the vehicle is A1 – it appears to have never been welded and is in superb condition underneath, as well as under the rear parcel shelf and rear sub-frame area. At 31 years old, this vehicle is testament to the high point of Mercedes Benz build quality.

Specified with a five speed manual transmission, ABS, outside temperature gauge, headlamp wash wipe, black velour interior and two position memory; power driver’s seat – this is a specification that I would say is unrepeatable in a RHD series 1 190E. As well as this, no sunroof and manual window lifters make this a car of truly unique specification. It perfectly represents the Mercedes Benz philosophy of ultimately configurable vehicles, exactly to the original owner’s requirements – it is one of the reasons Mercedes of this era are so interesting in comparison to today’s mass produced, largely the same, models.

The bodywork of the car is in excellent condition; all four wheel arches are solid and show no signs of corrosion. The Signal Red paintwork does not display the usual fade and is free of marks and scratches. The bumpers and door mirrors aren’t scuffed, and retain their original black finish. The original 15” steel wheels are present, shod with recently fitted Continental tyres and original plastic wheel trims in excellent condition. It would be speculated that the Zender boot spoiler was a dealer fitted option, it is a nice period addition – but is not factory original.

Inside is the most unique and exciting area of the car, the black velour interior is what attracted me to the car – it is super rare to find in a W201, especially in this colour and condition. The carpets are in good condition, having been protected by original Mercedes rubber over-mats. The earlier W201s are in my experience more prone to dashboard cracking than later models, but this example is perfect, with no cracks in the dash itself or in the air vent surrounds – even the driver’s air vent surround between the rear interior light switch and the dash itself is crack free. Equipped with its original Blaupunkt Cambridge cassette/ radio and Hirschmann power aerial, the interior is 100% 1980s correct. The original boxed first aid kit remains present.

On the road, the 190E drives without fault. The M102 four cylinder engine performs superbly, it keeps perfect temperature and makes adequate power. The five speed manual transmission shifts as precisely as these gearboxes ever do, and the overall ride and handling of the car is very good. I would not hesitate to drive this car anywhere.

Recent work includes a full engine service by marque specialist TOWiW123 in Sheffield, replacement of the exhaust back box and ball joint rubbers. The car is supplied with a 12 month MOT, with no advisories.

Overall, this car represents ultimate reliability, quality and value for money. It is in itself a rare example of an early, pre sacco kit, W201 with an unusual and pleasing level of specification. It has been well looked after and will be a loyal companion for its new owner.

A am happy to provide additional detailed photographs and more details of the service history upon request. The car is available for viewing by appointment 7 days a week; I look forward to your call.

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