Up for Sale is my Rare 1989 Mercedes Benz 190e 2.5-16v Cosworth It is now 25 years old so it may be easier to import this vehicle to the United States. This was vehicle was imported from Japan to Canada a few years ago. It is a rare 2.5-16v model that was never offered for sale in North America. Only the 2.3-16v was offered in North America. This car was my daily driver up until last September and it was put under storage. This would be a great project for somebody with the time. The engine starts and runs well but definitley needs some TLC and needs a good tune up. The car looks like it was re-painted Silver some time ago. No accidents while in Canada that I'm aware of...looks like the front passenger side may have been previously hit when in Japan. As there is some evidence of some bodywork in the inner engine compartment by the front right shock. Defects include: Cracked Tailight and Headlight, sunroof does not open, A/C is not working may need a recharge, muffler slightly rattles, car sits pretty low and may need to install better suspension, rust spot rear quarter panel, crack in dashboard, lap timer not working, leaks some oil, and rear auto defogger does not work. Currently 221,897 kms or 137,861 miles Features: Automatic Transmission, Rear Recaro Seats, Power Windows Upgrades: 17" Lorinser Wheels, AMG exhaust, AMG steering wheel, Koni Shocks, HR springs, 6 Disk CD Changer, CD player I've included in the photos...Mercedes Data Card on the vehicle, listing its features of the car etc.... Car is located in a Vancouver BC Canada about 45 minutes from the Washington State US Border. For any US parties interested please research all your local laws, US border policies and DOT requirements before you bid. In Canada as for paperwork that will be given to you, is a Transfer Of Ownership form and Registration form of vehicle. Buyer will be responsible for any other documents required such as insurance and import documents etc. Shipping arrangements and costs are sole responsibility of the Buyer. Buyer to set up pick up from Seller's location. Any inspections required thereafter are responsibilty of the Buyer. Car is being sold in "as is" "where is" condition. Payment must be in sent within 3 days of auction end via Paypal. Or cash in person. This car is rare and it holds a unique racing history it competes directly with BMW's e30 M3 and we all know how much those are selling for. Very much a collectible item needing someone to bring it back to show condition. Good Luck and happy bidding! Here is Top Gear video feature the Mercedes Cosworth 2.5-16v.....How to spot a future classic: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JK4vLkUGOs4
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Tue, 10 Sep 2013Mercedes-Benz trotted out its CLA45 AMG-based racer at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. We first showed you the sedan in the deluge of news and reveals that precedes most good auto shows, and were blown away by the car, formally known as the CLA45 AMG Racing Series.
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