Mercedes-Benz Other 1989

Kurt was bought in September 2024 because I couldn't face a fourth winter in a Porsche. Pootling around encased in the magic-carpet seats, with the big star on the bonnet vaguely pointed in the direction I wanted to go, I always arrived where I needed to be without ever feeling like I'd actually driven anywhere. It's the automotive equivalent of a X*nax and a glass of whiskey. After a few weeks, I realised I didn't miss the Porsche at all. He did everything I wanted and considerably more. However, having finally found an S124 diesel estate it's time to move him on. NCT until December 2027 and taxed until September, he's sitting on four Pirelli SF3 All Seasons and has had the following fitted during my ownership: * Four injectors * Spark plugs * Distributor cap and rotor arm * Alternator * Drive belt * Alternator pulleys * Two engine mounts * Steering damper * Brembo front brake pads * Driver's window regulator * Fuel sender unit * Two services For full disclosure: I bought him from an old Kerryman after years of searching for a good W201. Hidden away in a dark shed, one look underneath at the jacking points, door bottoms and overall condition convinced me he was the one. It wasn't until I got him home that I realised he's wearing several different shades of blue. A few things to note to avoid disappointment: * Only 50% of the electric windows currently work. * The odometer hasn't moved since the car was imported to Ireland. * The bubbles on both front wings are still present but haven't worsened during my ownership. * There's a tear in the driver's bolster. * The aerial maintains a permanent erection. * There are various other small niggles that can either be addressed or happily ignored. I dailyed the car until Feb and he’s been mechanically faultless throughout my ownership. More importantly, structurally solid underneath. If you're looking for a perfect 190E, this isn't your car. If you're looking for an honest, usable one to potter about in he might be.