I just saw an '84 190D 2.2 for sale in Denver. The engine looked and sounded relatively good, the body was straight but the interior was beat.

My mechanic just bought an '84 190D 2.2 Gray with red interior with 122k for $2k from an estate sale. I wouldn't have a problem with sheepskin seat covers in the front, but the back seat needs to be in good condition.

Anyway, I just wanted to say, that I always thought that the 190 was (don't scream) a sub-standard Mercedes. I think as I age, I appreciate it more and more. The simplicity, ease & cost of maintenace and just the smell of an older diesel and old mb tex interior.

I'm looking forward to slowly driving one!

Anyway, I love the 2.5 Turbo in that car, however the mpg is too low for real heavy commuting.

I was looking for the 2.2 because I heard it was better mpg than the 2.5. I would be interested in some more real world experience with the too often overlooked model.

Thanks,
Richard