Mercedes 190E

watkinssound

yeah cos fuel is getting soooooo expensive :roll:

KeithL

Does anyone have one of these to sell ?? Also any advice on what to look for when buying one of these since they are almost 20 years old now and specifications will be greatly appreciated. From what i know, you get them in three variants - 1.8 - 2.0 - 2.3 The last one being a six cylinder and heavy on gas :?

KeithL

watkinssound wrote: yeah cos fuel is getting soooooo expensive :roll: My buddies in Dubai tell me that too... but I dont think its as high as 96p/litre :cry:

watkinssound

I couldn't believe it, Diesel was 100.9p per Litre LAST WEEK in Cardiff.

KeithL

watkinssound wrote: I couldn't believe it, Diesel was 100.9p per Litre LAST WEEK in Cardiff. It must have been a Shell station...thieves .. :( ..

KeithL

Bump ! doesnt anyone have a 190 ?? :?

gtmash

I have one, hehe. A 2.6 6-cylinder, with custom faux-leather interior and an AMG kit. According to specs, a 2.6 is hardly more thirsty than a 2.3 . Anything less than a 2.6 is slug-slow, except for the "2.3-16", which is faster than the 2.6. Mind you, the 2.3-16, not the standard 2.3. It's all in the badge. So which one did u end up buying?

KeithL

gtmash wrote: I have one, hehe. A 2.6 6-cylinder, with custom faux-leather interior and an AMG kit. According to specs, a 2.6 is hardly more thirsty than a 2.3 . Anything less than a 2.6 is slug-slow, except for the "2.3-16", which is faster than the 2.6. Mind you, the 2.3-16, not the standard 2.3. It's all in the badge. So which one did u end up buying ? Still looking...any leads :?: It doesnt bother me if its slow...for speed I'll have my R1 handy :wink:

gtmash

KeithL wrote: gtmash wrote: I have one, hehe. A 2.6 6-cylinder, with custom faux-leather interior and an AMG kit. According to specs, a 2.6 is hardly more thirsty than a 2.3 . Anything less than a 2.6 is slug-slow, except for the "2.3-16", which is faster than the 2.6. Mind you, the 2.3-16, not the standard 2.3. It's all in the badge. So which one did u end up buying ? Still looking...any leads :?: It doesnt bother me if its slow...for speed I'll have my R1 handy :wink: But why this car specifically? I bought it because I was sorta "poor" back then, and never bothered replacing it. By the way, are you in Dubai, or UK? The Sharjah used car market has hundreds of the 2.0 variety. There are ways to spot defects, which I learned AFTER buying it.

KeithL

gtmash wrote: But why this car specifically? I bought it because I was sorta "poor" back then, and never bothered replacing it. By the way, are you in Dubai, or UK? The Sharjah used car market has hundreds of the 2.0 variety. There are ways to spot defects, which I learned AFTER buying it. Im yet in London but will be arriving in Dubai shortly. I dont like cars too much because i prefer motorcycles but i dont think it will be a good idea to rock up at interviews fully kitted out in riding gear :oops: The reason i want a 190 is because its one of the few "affordable" cars that fascinate me. All it would need is a spolier, AMG wheels, sticky Bridgestones, the racing grill and Im set ! :wink: Sorry If i sounded like a chav... Btw, would it be cool if i got in touch with you when Im buying one ? ...just so that you can give me the heads up on things to look out for. Thanks :)

gtmash

Sure, I'll list out some stuff later, when you are ready. Just contact me through my website (as I wouldn't want to list an email addy in public here). Just to clear things up, I don't sell cars, which is what a lot of people think. The concept of free car reviews on the net is foreign here. By the way, my car is already kitted out, hehe. I just don't know what you're referring to with a racing grille. :?:

KeithL

gtmash wrote: I just don't know what you're referring to with a racing grille. :?: The front grill similar to the one on this SL...pity its not a 190 :wink:

KeithL

Your car looks lovely btw GTmash.. and the concept of car reviews is sure to catch on. Thanks once again and i will be in touch

KeithL

BUMP ! any more 190 owners ?? :?:

gtmash

KeithL wrote: BUMP ! any more 190 owners ?? :?: The only 190 owners in this country are not-so-well-off people who buy it cheap and run it into the ground. With exceptions of course.

KeithL

gtmash wrote: KeithL wrote: BUMP ! any more 190 owners ?? :?: The only 190 owners in this country are not-so-well-off people who buy it cheap and run it into the ground. With exceptions of course. i think that's the trend normally. I saw a couple of 190's here in london for sale... around 400 quid each :shock: I hope prices are similar in the UAE and i manage to find one in immaculate condition :wink:

arniegang

the 190 series has a strong following of enthusiasts in the UK keith

guliyev

Wanted Merceds 190E 2 ltr.

KeithL

guliyev wrote: Wanted Merceds 190E 2 ltr. lemme know if you find 2 thanks :wink:

KeithL

Bump !

gtmash

KeithL wrote: Bump ! Hehe, Keithyboy. You sure are obsessed with this car. I'll give you mine if you buy me my next car. Are you even in the country yet?

KeithL

I am in Dubai GT and have Pmed you my mobile number. Can you please send me your number, I'll call you and we can talk about 190's Thanks :)

edwarddy

Hi all, I just purchased a 1988 190E from a Jordanian friend. I just wanted to know where I can get cheap but good replacement parts here in Dubai? Thanks for your help. Edward :)

KeithL

Sharjah is the best place for parts Edward .... Either that or phone GT Mash.. he's an expert in cars

rudeboy

KeithL wrote: Sharjah is the best place for parts Edward .... Either that or phone GT Mash.. he's an expert in cars lol come on mate????? sharjah sorry not only sharjah but the whole of UAE is a fake market of parts. dont trust anyone get the certificates and then buy it. most of the parts are fake and cheap.

gtmash

edwarddy wrote: Hi all, I just purchased a 1988 190E from a Jordanian friend. I just wanted to know where I can get cheap but good replacement parts here in Dubai? Thanks for your help. Edward :) Go to Sharjah and ask anyone where "BMW road" is, also known as First Industrial Street. There, go to any shop with the Mercedes logo on it. Good new aftermarket parts. "Fake" parts would mean crap built in some shithole in Sharjah and sold as "genuine." The Merc parts I found are from decently known aftermarket manufacturers in Germany, Taiwan, etc. Good prices too. Headlight for 150 bucks!

ghoonk

KeithL wrote: gtmash wrote: But why this car specifically? I bought it because I was sorta "poor" back then, and never bothered replacing it. By the way, are you in Dubai, or UK? The Sharjah used car market has hundreds of the 2.0 variety. There are ways to spot defects, which I learned AFTER buying it. Im yet in London but will be arriving in Dubai shortly. I dont like cars too much because i prefer motorcycles but i dont think it will be a good idea to rock up at interviews fully kitted out in riding gear :oops: The reason i want a 190 is because its one of the few "affordable" cars that fascinate me. All it would need is a spolier, AMG wheels, sticky Bridgestones, the racing grill and Im set ! :wink: Sorry If i sounded like a chav... Btw, would it be cool if i got in touch with you when Im buying one ? ...just so that you can give me the heads up on things to look out for. Thanks :) Man, you'll really want to think twice about riding in the UAE. Practically a death wish. Most people stay out of trouble. Those who fall victim to circumstances usually end up as roadkill.