{"product_id":"mercedes-benz-190-all-190-models-w201-series-1982-to-1993-the-essential-buyer-s-guide","title":"Mercedes-Benz 190: all 190 models (W201 series) 1982 to 1993: The Essential Buyer’s Guide","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 190 (W 201) was a landmark car for Mercedes-Benz: the predecessor to today’s C-Class models, it was the company’s first compact saloon (sedan) and combined advanced engineering with a new direction in body styling, later followed by the W124 and R129 series. Engines available included robust petrol and diesel ‘fours’, as well as a silky ‘straight-six’. The sporting 190 E 2.3-16 and 2.5-16 models, initially developed with Cosworth, took Mercedes to new levels of performance. Altogether, nearly 1.9 million cars were produced, and today the 190 is an increasingly sought-after modern classic.\u003cbr\u003eThis guide will help you learn about the differences between models, and what to look for when buying. What are the true running costs, and what issues – with the mechanicals, body or interior – should you be wary of? Is a restoration worth considering?\u003cbr\u003eThis handy guide will take you step-by-step through the process of finding and evaluating a good 190 and making a successful purchase. Essential data and information about clubs and specialists will help you look after and enjoy your 190.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Motormedia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54566964461895,"sku":"9781845849276","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0902\/2609\/8503\/files\/9781845849276.jpg?v=1786449250","url":"https:\/\/motormedia.co.uk\/products\/mercedes-benz-190-all-190-models-w201-series-1982-to-1993-the-essential-buyer-s-guide","provider":"Motormedia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}