This 1988 Mercedes Benz 190E 2.5 16 is a right hand drive W201 performance sedan finished in Almandine Red with its original books, import documentation, UK proof of sale, and service invoices. The car is accompanied by a documented service history across the United Kingdom and Australia, including a full service completed on 14 October 2024. Power comes from a 2.5 litre naturally aspirated 16 valve four cylinder engine producing 143 kW (192 hp), driving the rear wheels through a five speed manual transmission. The odometer reads 153,722 miles.

The Mercedes Benz 190E 2.5 16 followed the original 2.3 16 as the evolved performance version of the W201 compact sedan range. Developed with motorsport influence and homologation intent, the 16 valve 190E models featured Cosworth developed cylinder head technology, a dog leg manual gearbox, uprated suspension, larger brakes, a limited slip differential, aerodynamic body additions, and a more focused cabin treatment. The 2.5 16 arrived in 1988 with increased displacement and further refinement, forming the foundation for Mercedes Benz’s later Evolution models and its touring car programme.

This example is presented in Almandine Red, colour coded body kit, rear spoiler, alloy wheels, and a black and grey checked interior. Equipment includes sports seats, rear headrests, electric windows, sunroof, Zebrano interior trim, lap timer display, and 16 valve specific instrumentation. The accompanying information notes that the hydraulic rear suspension has been replaced with standard coil suspension, while other changes include an aftermarket EVO style gear knob, replacement radio, replacement aerial, two microphones mounted above the driver’s door, a replacement lap timer display screen, and replacement Mercedes grille badge. The owner advises the car is a 2.5, although it is fitted with a 2.3 engine cover.

The current owner advises they have owned the car for one year and nine months and that it has had two previous owners. Servicing is recorded with Normand Cruickshank Ltd, John Tallis of Bath, Greenoaks Maidenhead Ltd, Normand London, Grand Motors Pty Ltd in Queensland, Performance Automobiles Hobart, and Silver Star Service Centre in New South Wales. The accompanying information notes the clutch assembly has been replaced, with the last full service completed on 14 October 2024.

The current owner records an intermittent aerial function that can cause the radio to stop working while in use, along with a minor idle hunting issue. The paint is noted as scratched near the driver side bumper, with a crack near the passenger side of the front bumper, some incorrect wheel nuts, and a painted over sunroof seal that sits proud but does not affect operation. Interior notes include driver’s seat wear and minor cloth tears, peeling door cards, a loose driver side rear window switch, loose leather around the driver side B pillar, a loose Zebrano centre console panel, an interior light fault, a jammed blower motor speed controller, weak rear demister operation, and a broken outside temperature display screen. The driver side door has been replaced, and the car has been repainted in its original colour.

The sale includes three keys, service books, owner’s manual, retained service and parts invoices, original Australian import documentation, UK proof of sale, spare fuel filter, spare rear brake rotors, two packets of ceramic fuses, and a spare thermostat valve.

As per Trading Garage Terms and Conditions, although Trading Garage has completed the following checks bidders must satisfy themselves to the accuracy of the description and do any research they feel necessary before bidding. All listings are sold in Australian dollars. This vehicle is registered in New South Wales, plates DL62XO, until 16 October 2026. There are no security interests registered on the PPSR against the serial number and it is not recorded as written off or stolen.