I Bought A Mercedes 190E To Build An Evo II Replica

[@felixadlington3207]

Can't wait for the finish build an old mercs can be the best vehicles

[@magnacars]

Thank you Felix, me too!

[@kylereese4822]

​@@magnacars The 190 E Elektro was a limited series of fully electric variants of the Mercedes-Benz W201. Back in May 1990, Mercedes revealed a fully electric 190 E at the Hannover Fair. Imagine a Tesla powered version.....

[@usmanqamar9164]

😢​@@magnacars

[@burkebell]

Crest vid and congratulations. Back in the 80s and 90s I owned a standard 190 and moved up to a 2.3-16. Great cars and still under appreciated. Looking forward to your build.

[@magnacars]

Thanks! 👍 next video you’ll see everything wrong with it

[@ryane2626]

So you made a deal at $2000 but paid $2700…. That girl had those guys come specifically so she could get more money out of you. As soon as someone tries to change a deal walk away. You got scammed out of $700

[@MrMxm13]

i wouldn't pay 2k for that car, maybe 1,500

[@RAHUL_KZN]

His excitement got the better of him, when he showed he wanted the car that bad she knew she had him hooked

[@eljos1]

He the one who offered more money. She never asked for more lol

[@magnacars]

@@eljos1yes

[@alanchapter440]

​@@magnacarsWhy offer more money than necessary, though? It doesn't make any sense.

[@knuteisbar8623]

Oh man. Now you have got me. A few years ago, i bought a w201 with the 2,3 machine. And i began to restore it. It was full of rust. And in the meantime my son was born. With the down syndrome. And yesterday i was nearly about to quit restoring this cool Mercedes. And then you told me not ro quit. And maybe its the best thing i can do. Because my son loves this old car. 😀 So i will keep on welding! 👍

[@al1356]

Hang on a minute. You say no bank loans and no debt, what about the $5500 your grandparents lent you? Mate that is still debt as it’s money that you owe. Good luck moving forward though, I was just like you as a teenager and I still love cars now I’m old 👍

[@magnacars]

Yes, I started paying it back when I moved to Canada they forgave the loan. Which was incredibly kind of them.

[@nickywalledorff648]

@@magnacars😎👍 from 🇫🇷

[@ayz48]

I'm rocking a well maintanied 190E 2.0 in Denmark, and its been my daily for 3 years now. Before that I had a 190E 2.6 for 2 years, and I still have it, and are about to swap the engine and drivetrain, together with the airride i bourght for the 2.6. Legendary car! Looking forward to see more of this project of yours!

[@magnacars]

Thank you sir! Next video we will see what’s wrong with it

[@timidu7363]

honestly the car should be 1000$ not more

[@FloridaManMason]

As a mercedes owner myself i can assure you this isnt gonna be your only one. i really want to get a w124 at some point. Ive owned 3 mercedes now, my first one being a 1977 mercedes 300d that i traded a 1985 toyota van for, second being a parts car and third ended up being a 82 300sd that i got running and driving for 700usd. unfortunately i wrecked my 300d so that's why i bought my 300sd. cant wait to see how this build turns out.

[@ruibarreira6585]

I am looking to for a w124 wagon for campervan and trips

[@magnacars]

@@ruibarreira6585 just wait until you see what I'm going to do with this one...

[@captaincrankshaft]

Excited for you! Congrats dude

[@magnacars]

Thank you Jackson!

[@jiovannyzavala294]

Oh man recently fell in love with Mercedes, sold my old project lancer gts and bought a 2016 e350 to daily. Dream project car rn is a 190e so I’m excited for your build bro new sub 😁👍

[@tayk7100]

I'm a BMW and a E30 guy myself, but always had respect for Mercedes and specifically this one, its similar shape and body line to the E30 always caught my eyes! Can't wait to see this build! One love from Winnipeg, CA

[@magnacars]

Thanks for sharing! I love an E30 M3

[@frankprevioussibanda6987]

Iam a fan of these square body type era cars

[@s13zenki]

I’ve had a 190e for a few years now, it’s the best car I’ve ever owned I love it can’t wait to see what you do with it

[@magnacars]

Thanks, I already love it.

[@brandonlovejoy6476]

Can’t wait to see the build . Literally building the same thing currently . Got a 1990 2.6 for $1900 . Needed some work but I’m actually about to start it back up in 2 weeks after getting some more parts . Good luck !

[@Chase_Schrader]

Looking forward to seeing the build around Calgary come summer time!

[@magnacars]

You and me both!

[@imdomitv4339]

my dad back in the day had an evo 2, he told me it had so many problems and had to get it to shop a lot but it was a still a really cool and fun car

[@boombox789]

Good luck brother. Massive journey with am insane endpoint. I think you'll learn old-school car stuff is very straightforward. The hardest thing will be getting over your fears. Hope the best 👍

[@KcazP1]

You have to be the worst negotiator ever from 2k to 2500 THEN adding 200 FOR NO REASON💀

[@richyclubsport5155]

Had a Hass Motorsport 2.3 16v back in the 80s had the Evo type kit as part of the conversion, was featured in several magazines in England at the time of my ownership

[@hiteshsingh276]

Coming from South Africa, I can say you got scammed for $2700...we have tons of these cars from $1000 poor condition and $3000 excellent condition

[@guerillagorilla4423]

He got scammed out of 700. You can't compare Canada to a country that is on the other side of the world, though.

[@Ghosty_06]

these cars are much more sought after in europe and north america so the prices obviously increase

[@WildWestAutoDetailing]

In this process with my 190 right now, it’s an adventure no doubt, can’t wait to see more videos

[@OutdoorMackie]

I can’t wait for the build! It’s going to look insane!

[@STMGOAT]

We are waiting for the mercedes. You should also put black rims

[@STMGOAT]

My name is Levi

[@MegaRetr]

I can’t wait for the build! ))))

[@lochlannrb]

im planning on doing this exact build cant wait to see your finished product

[@magnacars]

Thanks, goal is 20k

[@ByteRide_40496]

Im from Stuttgart and not even here you can find a 190 that cheap anymore. A few years ago everybody wanted to get rid of their diesels because of new city regulations. Was the best time to buy back then

[@magnacars]

Good to hear, other people have told me I got ripped off but I don’t think so.

[@natandirt]

Guys keep in mind that 2700 CAD is around 1950 USD, and 2000 CAD is only 1500 USD, so the original price wasnt bad, she deffo scammed him afterwards tho lmao

[@jonathannorris9143]

The evo2 has larger front wheel wells to fit the bigger brakes, wheels, tyres + the lower suspension. If you are going to fix the rusty front wheel well you may as well make it bigger to accommodate things down the track.

[@magnacars]

That’s what I’ve been told. Not sure how to make it larger and mount the coolant reservoir

[@chfilms7651]

Youre gonna spend way more then you think, most of the work will be teadious, it will take much longer than you think....but it will be worth it. Youre gonna learn a ton. Love the project!

[@magnacars]

That's the plan! I hope it doesn’t take too long

[@MindfulHeights]

Great buy! I also got one. The rust spot beneath the washer fluid tank is super common.

[@magnacars]

I’ve been told I will need to box the fenders anyways for the evo II kit to turn.

[@Ghosty_06]

i was looking at 2.5 190d a while back belong to a cousin of mine who doesnt know we're related, theres a lot of patchy rust, back doors are presumably rusted shut etc. its actually the same colour as this one and has the bronze trim across the roof and windows only it also has chrome wheel arches. rough estimate i got from people who know the car was €300, he also has a brand new spoiler so the price is more like €500. he asked for €1500 and wont budge on the price. he text me after a while saying he had another offer and i told him he can do what it likes cause hes asking too much, fast forward a year and its still sitting in his yard and he has a rusting 1991 e220/e230 parked further up the housing estate

[@crispeik2784]

New the stradman is on the way!! I hope your dream comes true. Remember my name I will support you till you make it !!

[@jeremyzornes4930]

this is awesome to see! I can't wait to se the finished product. what kit are you going to be using?

[@magnacars]

Evo II or do you mean company?

[@ikerelorriaga1867]

I bought a BMW E28 which seemed to have some rust. When started working on it i saw that the rust was worst than expected and spent lots of hours cutting welding and painting. It didnt worth the money paid. That unit seems to have same problem as mine. If i would have known all the work it needed probably i would have rejected it. Good luck with yours.

[@kangekaelsus3811]

Buy EU headlights for them if you can. They are much better looking and will make the car shine again 🥰 amazing car brother! I own a w124 E200 1990. ATM never driven a w201 before but I'm going to pick one up soon as a second car 😊

[@ronpaulprez12]

I drive a 190D 2.5 5 cylinder. Always wanted to do what you're doing! Looking forward to following along!

[@magnacars]

I’m glad you have one too! Awesome cars

[@rollingstone1689]

I love the 190e. Or the c43 amg 2 of my all time favourite mercs

[@michaelj7069]

This is awesome. Two of my favourite cars. I love both variants. Looking forward to seeing this around Calgary.

[@magnacars]

Thanks me too

[@rajputnations]

I love your dedication ❤

[@DailyDriver.]

I’ll be subscribing to keep tabs on this build for sure

[@EdenLand17]

You got this!! I hope your views grow for the long videos and not just shorts ❤

[@magnacars]

Thank you so much Eden

[@tomasgladic1619]

so ecxited to see your journey at I am looking for same thing and I dont´ have experience in restoring cars neither.Make it flawless bud.

[@sahilkhosa2273]

That car is toast

[@bwhaggis199]

Looking forward to this the merc evo is one of my favourite cars will be interested to see how yours turns out

[@magnacars]

You and me both!

[@Valsmercedes]

You sound a lot like me I saved for a year and spent all of it on my 2nd car an SLK32 AMG. Maintenance sucks but it's all worth it!

[@magnacars]

Keep going brother

[@KEPaa46]

My friend have one authentic mercedes 190E EVO2 his is 247/501 and that car is crazy he rev up to 7-8k stock and his is old timer still with all original parts and he drive it daily and he have iconic racing wrap 😂 7:20

[@magnacars]

Does he have IG?

[@KEPaa46]

Yes but private sry he doesn’t share his life

[@billywalters3565]

love seeing someone local doing cool shit! keep it up bro!

[@magnacars]

thanks mate

[@alextheshrimp.]

You’re basically living my dream lol. I want to get an EVOII fiberglass kit as well, and learn the process of working on cars. I’m hoping to learn from your vids in the future. Best of luck

[@magnacars]

I’m so glad you found the channel! I hope we can learn together. Next video will be seeing everything that’s wrong with it

[@tjarkbernecker3847]

damn a 190e with airbag, electric windows, cruise control and aircon is pretty high spec, maybe the highest u could get. hope u keep all that in it because their arent that many left.

[@magnacars]

I plan on keeping the interior close to stock as it doesn’t fit in my budget, however we’ll see…

[@raymondkoledoye9941]

190E is was my favourite loved car.❤

[@Dumptheclutchevo]

Just found your channel...subbed... and congrats fella, I'm excited to see this happen! I'm an ex=pat Brit, living in NYC, and am rebuilding my Lancia Delta Integrale Evoluzione right now, and also want to drive it around the whole US, crazy maybe, but hey... Good luck dude!

[@magnacars]

That's insane! Crazy cool car! I'd be down to cruise some of it together...

[@christopherhillegas]

just bought a 190e as well i have the same plans this year!

[@magnacars]

Good thing you can see how mine goes

[@YouWille]

I saw one in Germany for sale with a 5L AMG 400hp engine for sale so you can fit a better engine into it.

[@brienmacgearailt7801]

I have the same car..this will be fun to watch

[@berkaytug9781]

Good luck. Im also planning to do the same project. Looking forward to see the next step.

[@magnacars]

Thanks, next vid we will see everything that’s wrong with it

[@BoostAlmighty]

Perfect interior.... GREAT! Because it sucks spending money on a car there (except seats, wheel, shifter bits & gauges of course). So you got lucky there. 😎

[@magnacars]

I know and I love the dark blue color!

[@retrotech383]

I love the casual little text saying "didn't want to move to England" as you're telling us about going up to Canada Also as a European i feel a little bad for people in NA with these prices, this would be like a 1200 euro car maybe

[@magnacars]

Yeah, some cars are cheaper here though

[@carswithmula]

Cant wait for the next video!!

[@JoelDeLeon-fi3vo]

I’m getting a 190D to do the same good luck mate

[@sepitbeats]

gonna do the same next year wish me luck and please document it nicely so i can learn how to do thisxD and consider a m104 swap

[@magnacars]

I will trust me!

[@mr.chicken4805]

love the idea, I have a 190e that Im going to put an evo 2 kit on aswell😁

[@magnacars]

Go for it!

[@gianlozano102]

Man im so excited for this

[@marijevandermeer3383]

Love the jetta

[@ProdbyYVNG]

Sick project man, wanna see how turns out, Keep working 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@magnacars]

Thanks! Will do!

[@AnshGawde-x3s]

Mafia car 190e

[@joiner_hdhi9991]

You have to cut the inner Fender anyway. You can‘t go that low with the Stock ones.

[@magnacars]

good to know lol

[@magnacars]

do you know anyone I can talk to about this? any tips?

[@joiner_hdhi9991]

@@magnacars unfortunately not. I could send you some Pictures auf my Evo1 Replika inner fender that has been already changed. I could also Show you a 190E Evo 2 Replika on 17 Inch that is already lowered but Looks strange in the front. Because it uses the Stock inner fender. The Evo 2 wheel arch is slightly higher than the Stock one.

[@craigauty6756]

Good luck with the build

[@ItsMrCream]

Stoked to see how it turns out!

[@Hudanasheeds]

Bro you are doing the same thing wich is my dream car model turning it into a beast god bless

[@magnacars]

You can do it! I love making ‘replicas’

[@haydenpennington]

sold the truck to oliver francis? low key flex

[@dolmio_sauce]

i have a 190e, they all rust in the same spots, yours probably needs all 4 jacking points and sils welded, rear subframe mounts welded and front inner arches welded. Thats a lot of work to get done in 6 months, not including everything else. good luck lol

[@magnacars]

My goal is 60 days 😬

[@DanielInce]

Those wheels, what a find!

[@magnacars]

Apparently they’re the real deal! I thought they were reps

[@DanielInce]

@@magnacars Pumped for you and this project!

[@andreashighspeed9106]

@@magnacarsdo you know the name of the wheels? 😊

[@aknemre6301]

Good luck on your project brother

[@magnacars]

thanks brother

[@juancarlosmuniz8865]

2700? These cars are going up in value. She made a good profit.

[@MobileValeterStirling]

Are you a million air bro ? Nice car man 🤘🏻drive safe bro

[@bigt-ty1id]

didnt even watch the vid yet but holy shit that f150 was so sick

[@magnacars]

Thanks mate

[@armanamanzhol4234]

Never give up

[@florider_hd]

this is exactly what i wanna do. i would paint it in that sexy two tone red

[@magnacars]

I know my color scheme...

[@Freak-711]

My favorite car

[@jboyybeatz]

Did you casually sell your truck to Oliver Francis? 😂

[@magnacars]

yes haha, completely random

[@jboyybeatz]

@@magnacars that’s so dope, lol.

[@Summit.soless]

Best video on your channel 👌

[@magnacars]

Glad you think so!

[@ivanbro1208]

brotha that merc in that condition costs about 1000 euros in my country

[@simon.speaks]

Hey man, if you ever feel like upgrading to a rust free great condition 190E 2.6L with 153K kms, I’m located in Vancouver, BC and could give you a good deal. I always wanted to do the EVO conversion just didn’t have the time nor patience lol

[@magnacars]

Dm me on IG please Simon it’s Magnacars

[@oceanpathway]

It would be cool to have 4 racing seats in it

[@magnacars]

Thought about Recaros, I want to drive cross country.

[@justiceofskitzerland6429]

Theres one of those in the trailer park my grandpa live in.

[@magnacars]

That’s very cool! Maybe you can save it

[@cars1040]

I love your car

[@magnacars]

Thank you

[@Thijsandcars]

Yes you have a new subscriber! :)

[@enjoyurmachine]

bro casually just sold a car to oliver francis?! what the fuck dude that's a dream

[@magnacars]

haha I know right! I promise it wasn't planned

[@IoannisOGB]

2,7k is Crazy for the 2.3l Version in germany you cant get it for under 15k€

[@rogbrown1458]

Still own three for use when in the UK.

[@magnacars]

You have 3 190?!

[@rogbrown1458]

@@magnacars Yeah I do.two K reg and one L reg.Had two previous which got sold on.

[@SUBIBISU]

Hell yeah Alberta

[@xUNKNOWNxAC94]

I literally saw the same car today. Well In Houston tx. 😂

[@magnacars]

That’s dope, they’re rare

[@var6796]

i have 2 300e's i was gonna start a channel on working on them

[@xanderk.3851]

Did he get the 8V or the 16V model? I think he got 8V. There might not be as much tuning potential compared tot the 16V model but if the bodykit makes him happy, I'm happy

[@magnacars]

It's the 2.3 so 8V I think

[@jacekczogalla8641]

Im currently doing a 190e project car in poland. Totaly rebuilding from scratch… than making it hit 350km on dyno… if you need some help hit me up

[@magnacars]

Are you doing the body kit?

[@xcgavin5658]

Definitely hired 2 of her friends to joyride the car and upsell it

[@schrodingerscat8621]

A Mercedes 2.3 16 valve Wasn’t available?

[@magnacars]

Not in my budget

[@NameLess-y3d]

Just subscribed.!

[@autophileindia44]

Here since day 1

[@magnacars]

♥️ thanks brother

[@slymes]

she pulled an extra $700 outta you. 😂😂

[@SoGoodRacing]

bro need to manual swap that ASAP