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Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evo II

This 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II from 1990 is one of 502 cars like this built by the brand after its presentation at the Geneva Motor Show. Created to homologate the competition version, which is developed on the basis of the 1989 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution, the Mercedes 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II looks imposing thanks to a more aggressive bodywork, with an extreme aerodynamic package in which highlights the generous rear spoiler or the front apron, both adjustable in various positions. We cannot ignore its bulging wheel arches or the original 17-inch alloy wheels, which in this particular example have been replaced by a set of OZ wheels with DTM specifications. Under the hood of this 1990s icon we find a 2.5 block that produces 235 hp, that is, 40 hp more than the model on which it is based. This theoretically allows it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and reach a top speed of 250 km/h. Among other elements, its engine has a complete competition exhaust line (manifolds included), larger injectors, lighter aluminum pulleys or a Motec electronic engine management system, among many other things.

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This particular model is number 130 of 502 W201 EVO II’s produced, packing a 2.5L short-stroke Cosworth inline-four engine paired with an AMG PowerPack, a five-speed Getrag manual transmission and a limited-slip differential — making for a factory-rated output of 232 BHP.”

By Ben Molloy

1980