Description
OFFERS OVER £65, 000
Dubbed the “Baby Hammer”, this pre-merger 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190E 3. 2 AMG is truly special, surpassing even the EVO 1 and 2 in rarity. This example, finished in Black Pearl Metallic (199) over Black Leather (261) is in excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition. Showing 119k km (~74k miles), it is offered for sale from our collection near Brighton, UK - with two keys and a clean UK title.
This W201 began life as a Japanese-market 2. 6 litre example, before being modified by AMG-Japan once delivered. It received the complete AMG treatment including a 3. 2L engine build, authentic AMG body kit including front and rear bumpers, side skirts, 3-piece ducktail spoiler, an AMG instrument cluster and steering wheel, AMG exhaust with stamped tips, AMG Aero I wheels and AMG suspension. Power is provided by an AMG-modified 3. 2L M103 straight-six producing an estimated 231 horsepower and 234 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 722. 4 4-speed automatic transmission.
The body features paint-matched trim as part of the AMG treatment. Exterior equipment includes a monochromatic grille, a power sunroof, a power antenna, and a power adjustable passenger-side mirror. The paintwork is in excellent condition with no signs of fading and very light stone marks at the nose.
Adorning each corner are authentic 16" AMG Aero I wheels which come wrapped in a set of Michelin tires measuring 205/ 50 with 2016 date codes. Each wheel shows original AMG stamps and come with period correct AMG center caps.
The cabin is upholstered in Black Leather (261) with a black dashboard and matching carpets. Vibrant Zebrano wood trim can be found covering the center console, dashboard, gear lever, and doors. Equipment includes a power sunroof, power windows, heated power front seats, air conditioning, cruise control, and a Becker Grand Prix head unit.
The AMG four-spoke steering wheel frames AMG-branded analog instrumentation including a 300 km/ h speedometer, a 7k-RPM tachometer, an analog clock and gauges for fuel level, economy, coolant temperature and oil pressure.
We have maintained records since importing the car in 2021, and previous records are included documenting service and maintenance history.
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-While the W201 190E was wildly successful throughout its 11 year run, it seemed to receive less attention from period tuners making them arguably more rare compared to their larger siblings such as the W124 and C126. For those seeking a pre-merger AMG drive without the 7-figure price tag, this car provides a solid alternative with enough punch to make it a worthwhile experience no matter the day. The styling is quieter than the EVO models, while at the same time considerably more menacing, something only AMG could achieve.
