if this is not going to be the most perfect paint job, body job, and if this car isn't going to be the best condition 190E in existance, than i don't know what will...
I keep checking every day to see progress updates...
man i cant wait to see this thing completely done..looking good lomtevas
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Totaled 6-27-05: 1985 MB 190e 2.3
1987 MB 190e 2.3-- sold
1993 MB 190E 2.3---work in progress
1996 Volvo 855 GLT
I need a benz bad........
Vehicle: 1986 190E 2.3-16, 1992 190E 2.3 and 2007 GL450
Location: new york city
Posts: 641
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Originally Posted by BoyNextDoor
if this is not going to be the most perfect paint job, body job, and if this car isn't going to be the best condition 190E in existance, than i don't know what will...
We are not only looking for mirror straightness in the metal/polymer foundation but also the durability against stone and door ding damage. We want to avoid delamination of the paint through day to day use so a quality application is essential.
As to the photos of the 500K and the 300SL, I would not know where to locate oil filters for these cars. So, for me, they are not really viable as "driving" cars at all. On the other hand, the 190E is every bit as modern and roadworthy as anything normally found on the road.
As to the photos of the 500K and the 300SL, I would not know where to locate oil filters for these cars. So, for me, they are not really viable as "driving" cars at all. On the other hand, the 190E is every bit as modern and roadworthy as anything normally found on the road.
Not viable as driving cars?
If they lack viability, it's more the result of their multi-million dollar value, not due to any lack of performance or road worthiness.
BTW, Mercedes has made a few cars since the 2.3-16 that are "driving cars" as well.
I don't think I have to defend or explain my admiration for the W201 design and history, but I am not so "smitten" that I can readily ignore reality.
Vehicle: 1986 190E 2.3-16, 1992 190E 2.3 and 2007 GL450
Location: new york city
Posts: 641
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Originally Posted by MTI
Not viable as driving cars?
If they lack viability, it's more the result of their multi-million dollar value, not due to any lack of performance or road worthiness.
BTW, Mercedes has made a few cars since the 2.3-16 that are "driving cars" as well.
I don't think I have to defend or explain my admiration for the W201 design and history, but I am not so "smitten" that I can readily ignore reality.
Their high dollar value does not mask their utter impracticality then or now and one has to live with a late model Mercedes a few years to appreciate the utility of a car like the 190E.
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