1987 Mercedes-Benz 190D 2.5 Turbo

Description

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“The power of a turbo. The economy of a diesel.” The 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190D 2.5 Turbo was a landmark in the evolution of diesel-powered luxury sedans. Part of the W201 series — often referred to as the “Baby Benz” — this model introduced a turbocharged version of the OM602 five-cylinder diesel engine driving the rear wheels via an automatic transmission. It was designed to offer the legendary durability and fuel efficiency of Mercedes diesels with improved performance, making it more appealing to North American and European drivers accustomed to gasoline engines.

The 190D 2.5 Turbo also retained the W201’s hallmark build quality, safety features, and understated luxury. The turbocharged engine significantly reduced the sluggishness associated with earlier diesel models, offering a more responsive driving experience without sacrificing economy.

Produced until 1993, the 190D 2.5 Turbo was the only turbo diesel variant of the 190 series sold in North America, and only 20,915 were produced from 1989-1993. As Car and Driver reported in 1987, “While the 190D 2.5 Turbo won’t win any drag races, it’s a marvel of engineering. The turbocharged diesel engine offers a unique blend of economy and durability, wrapped in a chassis that feels more substantial than its size suggests.”

Highlights

• Finished in Impala Brown Metallic (441U)

• Cream Beige MB-Tex (175) vinyl interior

• 2.5-liter inline five-cylinder turbocharged diesel (OM602.961)

• Four-speed automatic transmission

• Factory spoiler

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Features

• Factory options include:

  • 240 – Outside Temperature Indicator

  • 286 – Luggage Nets on Driver Rests Left and Right

  • 412 – Electric Sliding Roof with Tilting Device

  • 444 – Tempomat (Cruise Control) and Airbag

  • 467 – Central Locking Mechanism and Instruments with English Lettering

  • 470 – Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

  • 491 – U.S. version

  • 506 – Outside Rear View Mirror, Left and Right, Heated (Electrically Adjustable on The Right)

  • 519 – Becker Radio Mexico Grand Prix, Electronic (USA)

  • 524 – Paintwork - Preservation

  • 531 – Automatic Antenna

  • 543 – Sun Visor with Vanity Mirror, Illuminated, Left and Right

  • 551 – Anti-Theft/Anti-Break-In Warning System

  • 575 – Front Folding Armrest and Right Front Seat with Seat Height Adjustment

  • 586 – Behr Air Conditioner, and Electric Window Regulators Front and Rear Doors

  • 593 – Heat-Insulating Glass, All-Around, Heated Rear Window Pane (Single-Sheet Safety Glass), Band Filter

  • 600 – Headlamp Wiper/Washer

  • 640 – 15-Hole Light Alloy Rims

  • 876 – Rear Door Contacts and Lamp above Rear Window

• Bluetooth module installed

• Rebuilt power antenna

Known Imperfections

• Air conditioning is inoperable

• Central locking system is inoperable

• Rear power windows are inoperable

Included

• Four original MB wheels

• Car cover

Ownership History

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this four-owner 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190D 2.5 Turbo in Michigan from new and with its current owner since 2016.