Finally bought myself a 190E!

[/////AMG]

Well, I FINALLY got around to buying a 190. Couldn't afford it in Canada, I didn't have enough money, but here in the UK... they are insanely affordable.

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I could have bought some nicer and better 190's but I missed the chance and basically I got fed up of waiting and looking around. I can't live without driving it's almost been one full year without a car!!
Anyway, I've had it for a few days now, but it’s still sitting on the driveway as I'm looking for the best price I can get on insurance!

I haven't even driven it yet! :( Bought it off eBay, it's actually in great condition, but has that nasty ding on the bumper (just need a new bumper insert, no need to replace the whole bumper!) and the interior is in great condition (minus the little tear on the driver side seat and the leather which is tearing off from the window sills on the rear 2 doors).

It's a 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190E, 2 liter 5 speed manual, has 131,000 miles on the clock.
Has some goodies... e/windows, e/sunroof, e/locking, ABS, some classic wheels (supposedly rare :dunno: ).
The car is insanely low! I swear every time it hit a bump on the motorway (from the drive back - I was following the 190) the exhaust pipe almost hit the ground.

I was thinking about putting sand bags in the back too for more grip (since 190's love to kick out their back end) but I thought, better not... something will scrape for sure.
It's HUGE compared to a small Peugeot I'm used to. Also, the bloody steering wheel is MASSIVE. It feels too big for UK roads, it really does.

No plans yet… might sell it in the summer and make some cash, since I got a bargain. Or I’ll keep it for a while longer. But I need to get it serviced first, the last one was at 114,000, so I will get the long overdue service done and replace the rear break rotors (which the previous owner supplied - good guy).

It’s been really cold here so I haven’t washed it yet, these are the only pics for now…

Coming home on the A52, about 3 mins from my house:
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Heading out to work and decided to take a few more pics, lol:
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On the driveway, needs a good washing...
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[/////AMG]

And if you think I'm being a cheap bastard (with insurance and no mods), well I am.

Reason:

[nismodrifter]

What kind of wheels are they? Definately something that I haven't seen before and they're modular....

[2000_SI]

Nice whip dude...

Those gas prices are killer, but its a lot better than paying for diesel over there....

[GQBalla]

how much is 63.34 converted to canadian dollers?

isn't it like 2 times as much?

if so wow

thats expensive for gas

[Godfuader]

Originally posted by GQBalla
how much is 63.34 converted to canadian dollers?

isn't it like 2 times as much?

if so wow

thats expensive for gas

YUP! that is $130 (1 GBP = 2.06355 CAD) Thats like $2/litre. guess i can stop bitching about 86.9c/litre. But really, what is the average distance of a commute there?

[Goblin]

Used to live there thats why our family got out. Crowded and a better life here.

[legendboy]

190's are peices of shit, but i'm glad your happy with your purchase!

[Benny]

Originally posted by legendboy
190's are peices of shit, but i'm glad your happy with your purchase!



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[tapout]

nice car congrats:thumbsup:

[GQBalla]

i like 190's they are pretty pimpin!

wow gas is expensive over there!!!

[Bill Cosby]

what are you gonna do about the lowered problem?.. just bare with it or fix it?

[CryoCarnage]

Originally posted by legendboy
190's are peices of shit, but i'm glad your happy with your purchase!
as much as i like Mk4 supras, your still showing the stereotype that mk4 owners are fucking assholes. Thats why i don't go to supraforums no more.

[Bill Cosby]

dont be jealous that he has an MK4 supra

[legendboy]

Originally posted by CryoCarnage

as much as i like Mk4 supras, your still showing the stereotype that mk4 owners are fucking assholes. Thats why i don't go to supraforums no more.

ya baby! haha

no but really, i honestly wasn't trying to be rude, i just really think they are peices of junk. I have driven 3 of them, 2 when i worked at lonestar.

i would say the same thing if someone posted up pictures of their aquired ford tarus or topaz. :dunno: Not trying to personaly attack anyone, just stating my opnion.

[/////AMG]

Originally posted by nismodrifter
What kind of wheels are they? Definately something that I haven't seen before and they're modular....
Not a clue, been trying to find out.


Originally posted by Godfuader
YUP! that is $130 (1 GBP = 2.06355 CAD) Thats like $2/litre. guess i can stop bitching about 86.9c/litre. But really, what is the average distance of a commute there?
Depends on the person. I think the avg annual mileage in Canada is 20,000KM - 25,000KM, right?
It's 8,000-11,000 miles here.
If I'm just going to uni and back the most I'll do it 2-3 miles a day.


Originally posted by Goblin
Used to live there thats why our family got out. Crowded and a better life here.
You can say that again!! But they both have their advantages. But really... England sucks compared to Canada lol.


Originally posted by legendboy
190's are peices of shit, but i'm glad your happy with your purchase!
Uhh, thanks for the unwanted coment. I know that everyone has their opinions, but I really don't give a shit. Even if you wern't trying to be rude, it was a useless post.
-Sorry for being rude! :)


Originally posted by Bill Cosby
what are you gonna do about the lowered problem?.. just bare with it or fix it?
I will probably get it sorted since I commute back and forth from Nottingham and B'ham a lot.

[lastprodigy]

Not a huge fan of the car (obvious reasons) but good to see youve finally got the car youve been on about for so long, must be nice :thumbsup:

[PrezeS_PL]

Originally posted by GQBalla
how much is 63.34 converted to canadian dollers?

isn't it like 2 times as much?

if so wow

thats expensive for gas

Well it is pricy but then again, my dad who lives in Europe drives 8 to 10 thousands kilometer a year in his 1100cc 4 cyl Fiat Punto. And that's a average for most people down there, seeing suburban or other American V8 gasser its like spotting exotic in Calgary.
I do 40 kms a year in vehicles equipped with 6 and 8 cyl engines. Guess who spend more on gas ?
I can't really packed all my tools and gear to a civic or pull the trailer across Rockies with it, so I have to stick to the truck. Now if I only could afford the Sprinter with that 2.5 common rail direct injection diesel - that would be super nice.

[frostyda9]

Originally posted by legendboy
190's are peices of shit, but i'm glad your happy with your purchase!

That was kind of uncalled for man :dunno:


Congrats /////AMG :thumbsup:

[Hakkola]

Nice man, now you're rollin proper. :D :thumbsup:

[FatboyTheHungry]

Good for you, I've always loved the look of these. What are you gonna do about the suspension? I think coilovers and wheels are in order... :thumbsup:

[DJ Lazy]

Congrats on the purchase AMG!! Engine bay looks like it could use a cleaning tho.. ;)

[GSR_aaron]

Just make it like 190 EVO ~ nice ride! congrat!
and.. it's RHD rignt? :D

[/////AMG]

We'll see about the wheel and suspension. Still not sure a sI said, but damn it's tempting!

Yea the engine bays need a real good cleaning, want to do it for me? LOL

Yea RHD. Naa, I won't make it into an EVO, might aswell save up for a real EVO!

[SLR]

Nice... ish.

[BoS_DC2]

nice ride. looks pretty good but i dont think the fuel efficiency is good.. i see those cars alot in chinese shows/movies. haha

[iceburns288]

Nice car, these things just scream pimp, I love em. Still, that engine bay...:rofl:

[AllGoNoShow]

I like it:thumbsup: :bigpimp: