Newbie here: buying benz 124 body

**Benzmizer** · August 26th, 2009 09:37 AM

Originally Posted by BJ71

thanks to all of you guys. actually after searching and looking the different models of MB im now looking for a 190e it looks smaller and sporty and its only around 250k to 300k. what is the difference between the US and Euro version of this model?

Ah, the so called "BABY BENZ" (W201). Quite a number really. Top of mind spec differences usually are:

1) Headlights
2) Tailights
3) A/C Control (knob type euro and push-button type USV)
4) Power features (usually only power steering, sideview mirrors and windows for euro; USV would sometimes have power seats)
5) Sunroof (standard for USV; optional for euro)

If you're after engine power (higher HP for the same engine displacement), euro is always the way to go. If it's the power features/options, USV would be my best bet.

Most available in the market are the 190e 2.0 and 2.3L variants. But what is really nice to have would be the 190e 2.6L or the 2.3-16v and 2.5-16v speedsters.

**BJ71** · August 26th, 2009 11:16 AM

hi benzimer.. thanks. Im willing to wait and find the right 190e for me. Actually im more of the horsepower of the car, secondary na lang yun features. like what you said Euro version is better in terms of power,right?

Is it hard to find this 190e 16valve? How much do you think the fair market price of this model?

salamat po.

**Benzmizer** · August 26th, 2009 11:29 AM

Originally Posted by BJ71

Is it hard to find this 190e 16valve? How much do you think the fair market price of this model?

Depending on the unit's condition, a 2.3-16v (M/T) should be around 350-450k.... a 2.5-16v (A/T) be a little more, maybe 450-550k.

Just to chare, here is a photo of the club's recent meet showing 3 exotic 201s: (from left to right) a 190e 2.3-16v; a 190e 2.5-16v and an uber rare 190e 3.2 AMG!

**Benzmizer** · August 26th, 2009 02:35 PM

Originally Posted by BJ71

hi benzimer.. thanks. Im willing to wait and find the right 190e for me. Actually im more of the horsepower of the car, secondary na lang yun features. like what you said Euro version is better in terms of power,right?

This just gave me an idea. I know of a W124 (not a W201, sorry but you got the SPACE!) that is reasonably priced and I can vouch that you would not have any problems with it. The unit is FRESH. Classic example of a RIDE and DRIVE car! Previous owner spent spent 6 digits fixing it.... everything critical is virtually brand new.... from underchassis, headlamps, etc. And you mentioned about being particular about power.... no worries on this.... It's a 300e 6 cylinder!!!

PM me if interested so I could hook you up with the owner/my friend.

**HBOY-300TD** · September 4th, 2009 04:13 PM

talaga naman!. bugaw talaga tong si bob!. ahhaha..:D

**jogled** · September 4th, 2009 05:10 PM

Just to share some info and notes: 190e or W201 body (baby benz) (1982-1992) was replaced by the first C class w202 (1993-1999). W124 body or the real E class (1985-1994) which is available in several variants 200e,220e,260e,300e etc., was replaced by the W210 (1995-2001 nauna na ung letra bago numero ex e200, e220, e240 etc).
I bought my first 190e in 2004 and I was satisfied with my first Benz. After 6 mos, I test drived a 260e, and that made me change my mind to trade my 190e to 260e '90 model. Up to now Im still driving my 260 e as my everyday car. The most expensive repair I dealt with was when my distributor conked out. (yung parang gagamba). I replaced it with a surplus and up to now It is still working fine. The beauty of these models is that hindi pa sila gasinong computerized so madaling ipagawa sa mga service shops. Unlike the newer models na highly computerized na. I'll give this car another 2-3 years, then time to upgrade na uli. Good luck on your purchase.

**busdriver** · September 5th, 2009 02:03 PM

Originally Posted by jogled

Just to share some info and notes: 190e or W201 body (baby benz) (1982-1992) was replaced by the first C class w202 (1993-1999). W124 body or the real E class (1985-1994) which is available in several variants 200e,220e,260e,300e etc., was replaced by the W210 (1995-2001 nauna na ung letra bago numero ex e200, e220, e240 etc).
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A little correction on the previous post. After 1992 nagsimula na yung Exxx variants ng W124 which were the E420, E500, E200, E220, E280, E320 & E60 AMG. So if you see E followed by XXX chances are it a 1992 model and beyond.
Also, W124 production ran upto 1996 overlapping W210 model.
If I am not mistaken, this is the longest running body for Mercedes with a total production of 2,555,861.
(source: media.daimler.com)

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