1990 Mercedes Benz 190E Evolution 2 #146 of 500 Evo DTM Cosworth M3 R5 Turbo 2
Condition: | Used |
Make: | Mercedes-Benz |
Model: | 190-Series |
Trim: | Evolution 2 |
Year: | 1980 |
Mileage: | 80,000 |
VIN: | WDB2010361F735977 |
Color: | Blue Black |
Transmission: | Dogleg 5 Speed |
Drive type: | RWD |
Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Item location: | Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States |
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Description of 1980 Mercedes-Benz 190-Series |
Thank you for viewing my listing - This vehicle is available for viewing at our facility! Trust Drag International for the Rarest Sports Cars as well as Parts and Service to keep your ride running flawlessly!Click Here to View My Other Cars and Parts for Sale! We have for sale a 1990 Mercedes Benz 190E Evolution 2 - #146 of 500. Never originally available in the USA, his is precisely the first time that this rare automobile is being offered for sale completely legal for ownership and on-road use! This is an extremely rare opportunity to own one of the most iconic homologation specials ever produced by the masters at Mercedes Benz. A true thoroughbred, he 190E Evo 2 swept the 1992 German Touring Car Championship and was the epitome of engineering and speed at the time. It is widely considered the first Supercar to have been born a sedan! With Aerodynamics designed and tested by German Scientist and an Engine further tweaked by Cosworth, he Evo 2 was the culmination of Mercedes Benz expertise for the purpose of motorsports domination. Produced May 30, 990, his vehicle was imported at exactly 25 Years of age - Box 1 Designation on the HS-7 Import Declaration (Import Declaration Form is presented below). Also because EBAY does not recognize this exotic vehicles VIN # - the listing was created with a year of 1980. Please do not hesitate to contact us with serious offers and inquiries! The pictured 1984 Renault R5 Turbo 2 is also available for sale! Introduced at the Geneva Motor Show in March of 1990, he 190E Evo 2 was created to satisfy DTM sanctions requiring a production version of all competing race vehicles. Over the years Mercedes Benz had gathered a vast amount of data on their touring race cars and had pushed development beyond the capacities of the standard vehicle. The popularity of touring cars was at an all time high and the DTM racing program was realizing world wide successreminiscentof Group B Rallying days. In order to further increase performance, rastic changes needed to be made to all aspects of the vehicle - and these changes would have to appear on the homologation production version. The motorsports division, ow known as AMG, as given unlimited resources in order to build a champion race car. The result was extensive modifications of Chassis, erodynamics and Engine Power that was aimed strictly at competition victory. Wind Tunnel testing helped to create the impressiveaerodynamicspackage that would alter nearly every body panel of the vehicle! With a focus on function, his car looks brutally honest as its intentions are quite visible: downforce and stability. The Engine, reviously developed by Mercedes Benz, as modifiedadditionallyby the experts at Cosworth to create more power as well as retain reliability. Unheard of at the time, his 2.5L 4 Cylinder created 235HP with a sound and rush that was unique and intoxicating. In race trim, he 2.5L would develop nearly 400HP. A close ratio 5 speed transmission was developed with a revised shift pattern keeping the most used gears inline. Another motorsports derived part, his unique 5 speed transmission was known as the dogleg gearbox. The ride height of the race vehicle was extremely low and for the production car to maintain useability Mercedes employed a height adjustable hydraulic suspension system that would allow the car to traverse the back roads just as easily as it did the race track. Creature comforts were offered as options all the while these vehicles were the most expensive offering from Benz at the time. Only available in Blue Black Metallic - this vehicleliterallyrepresents the birth of the Factory AMG Division and is the original Black SeriesHigh Performance production vehicle! Our 190E Evo 2 #146 retains ALL of the original Aerodynamic and Performance parts including the adjustable front splitter, dustable rear deck lid extension spoiler and adjustable rear wing. The wheels, ender arches, win pipe exhaust system with perforated exhaust tip and rear window spoiler are also all original Evo 2 upgrades. This car has been impeccably loved and maintained throughout its life Specs:Original and Authentic 1990 190E Evolution II - Verified by Mercedes Benz Classic Center USAProduced May 30, 990 - This is # 146 of 500 Created80,000 Miles with excellent operating running gear, hassis and electronicsOriginal Blue Black Metallic Paint - Code 199Additional Factory Options of interest Include:Original Leather and Gradient Pattern Cloth Sport Interior - Code 271A Electric Sliding Roof - Code 412 Air Conditioning - Code 580 WD Green Glass - Code 591 Outside Temp Indicator - Code 240 Rear Head Rest - Code 430 Upgrade Radio MB Exquisit with Rear Loud Speaker - Code 511 + 812 Seat Heater - Code 873Exterior:Our 190E Evo 2 has a pristine exterior showing only minor rock blemishes on the lower front spoiler. It is complete and completely stock. The aerodynamics package is in excellent condition with all adjustable components in proper working order. Our #146 also has an electric sliding roof not typically optioned on these cars. Suspension / Brakes:Our 190E Evo 2 retains its hydraulically controlled SLS height adjustable suspension with in-cabin leveling switch. It is in perfect operating order and gives this performance car the smoothest and most confidence inspiring drives we have ever experienced! The original EVO 2 upgraded braking system with 300mm 4 Piston front calipers has also been properly maintained and performs flawlessly. Continental performance tires in the original 245/40/17 sizing are installed on the rare factory Evo 2 wheels for quiet cruising yet tenacious grip. Engine / Drivetrain:Evo 2 #146 starts, dles and drives perfectly. The engine revs vigorously to its 7700 RPM Redline. It operates properly in varying conditions as intended and blows cold air conditioning. The drivetrain and engine are in excellent condition showing signs of proper scheduled maintenance. The SLS suspension pump, ines and reservoir system are also functioning properly. Interior:The interior of this car is in immaculate condition for a vehicle of this age and mileage. The gear shift shows natural wear lending an authentic patina to this touring car. 146 of 500 is scripted atop the shifter indicating the cars limited production. A rare option on the Evo 2, ur car has the contrasting leather and gradient cloth seats offering increased holding befitting of this super sedan. The seats are bolstered heavily in the front as well as the rear! This is truly a super car with 4 seats. The Green Glass is clean clear with no signs of having ever been tinted. The interior smells and presents as nearly new. All in all, his car is amazing. Pictures do not do justice to the presence this car has and the history that the Evo 2 represents. This is an iconic machine being offered for the first time in the USA completely legal and without any usage or mileage restrictions! VisitDRAGint.comto read more about this Evo 2 and our facility. Visit Mercedes Benz USA Classic Center to read about the 25th anniversary of the 190 E Evolution 2. Below please find pictures of 190E Evolution 2 #146 |