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Boosted Baby Benz: The W201 190E of Groningen

1986 190E 2.0 · Groningen, Netherlands

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This 1986 Mercedes 190E W201, finished in 512 Almandinrot, has been in the hands of the same owner in Groningen for over fourteen years. The build began in 2011 as a standard 2.0-litre car and moved steadily toward a lowered, stance-oriented setup through the fitment of Air Lift air suspension, AMG-style wheels and a Cosworth 16v body kit.

Around 2019 the original engine was pulled in favour of a Mercedes M111 unit. That engine was later rebuilt and fitted with a Holset turbocharger, managed by a Haltech ECU. Preparation for the swap included bare-metal bodywork, rust repairs, welded wheel arch extensions and a fresh coat of paint. KW suspension components replaced the air ride setup to suit the more performance-focused direction.

By late 2024 the turbocharged engine was running, and the car returned to the road in the summer of 2025. In September 2025 it completed a trip to the Nurburgring Nordschleife, the first long-distance drive following the multi-year rebuild. Post-rebuild specification includes OZ Racing wheels and Nankang CSR tyres.

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2026
Jun 4, 2026

Soon its going to be such a different car from this. Cant wait to achieve this. Hopefully its going to be like I am hoping it to be. Curious to see how everything comes together. Keeping you updated ✌🏼. #w201 #benz #mercedes #evo #190e 📸: @sancilvia

Feb 5, 2026

This year its gonna be even better🔥 Cant wait to drive again 🤤. #mercedes #turbo #190e #stance #track

Jan 7, 2026

Mr Snowman ⛄️ 📸 : @sancilvia #mercedes190e #mercedes #w201 #boostedbenz #boost turbo amg oz kw turbolife car carsofinstagram 2025 newchapter almandine cosworth 16v m111 holset nankang csr meaty nürburgring

2025
Oct 1, 2025

Wide enough to leave an impression.🤌🏽 📸 : @sancilvia #mercedes190e #mercedes #w201 #boostedbenz #boost #turbo #amg #oz #kw #turbolife #car #carsofinstagram #2025 #newchapter #almandine #cosworth #16v #m111 #holset #nankang #csr #meaty

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