Anyone know if its possible to upgrade a w201 without memory seats to having it with memory seats? Is it a difficult task? I noticed that the seat switches are interchangeable, but wasn't sure if it was as simple as just plugging in a memory seat switch to my existing connections. Thanks.

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1990 190E 3.0L

You have to have memory seats also.

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85 300 SD ~ 115K
82 500 SEC Euro ??K
78 450SL 164K

what's the difference in memory seats vs regular seats? Aren't the seats all the same? Wouldn't I just need to rewire the seat motors or resistors?

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1990 190E 3.0L

The mem seat bases have 3 motors and wiring to do the moving. Obviously cost a lot more than standard seats.

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85 300 SD ~ 115K
82 500 SEC Euro ??K
78 450SL 164K

Did W201's ever even come with electric seats? Mine are fully manual in my '93.....

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My 91 has elec seats. Maybe they were option for NA. Euro don't have them.

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85 300 SD ~ 115K
82 500 SEC Euro ??K
78 450SL 164K

Yeah, mine are electric everything too. I thought only the first few models had manual. I wouldn't expect them yo have a 93 that's manual. But then again sometimes it surprises me that car companies back track. Like I see some 2012-2013 BMWs (any series) with HID projector headlights and LED running lights and then I see some models with standard housing halogen lights.

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1990 190E 3.0L

Ismalley, the conversion involves memory switches, wiring, and motor controls. I inquired at our local MB Parts Department about doing the conversion for my parents' 1995 E320 and was told it would cost thousands of dollars in parts ... a complex project. You may be able to scavenge the parts and wiring at a local salvage yard.

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Fred Hoelzle

I wonder if the cost and complexity are that much different from a 1990 190 to 95 E class? Either way, for some reason, memory seats don't seem that appealing to me anymore

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1990 190E 3.0L

Might be due to the trim level. Mine began life as a 190e 2.3 with standard options. The 2.6 models might get extra stuff....

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-diesel is not just a fuel, its a way of life-
'15 GLK250 Bluetec 118k - mine - (OC-123,800)
'17 Metris(VITO!) - 37k - wifes (OC-41k)
'09 Sprinter 3500 Winnebago View - 62k (OC - 67k)
'13 ML350 Bluetec - 95k - dad's (OC-98k)
'01 SL500 - 103k(km) - dad's (OC-110,000km)
'16 E400 4matic Sedan - 148k - Brothers (OC-155k)