Mercedes-Benz W201 Azzuro, 1992, Valkeakoski

Mercedes-Benz W201 Azzurro

A rare and highly individual Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3 Avantgarde Azzurro, first registered in Germany in 1992 and imported to Finland in 2011.

Azzurro was one of Mercedes-Benz’s limited-production Avantgarde special models, with only around 950 examples produced. Based on the W201 190 E 2.3 Sportline, the Azzurro stood out with its special Azurblau metallic paint and unique, colourful interior.

This example is powered by a 2.3-litre M102 four-cylinder petrol engine producing 100 kW / 136 hp. The engine is paired with an automatic gearbox and rear-wheel drive.

The car has the distinctive original Azzurro interior, featuring black leather upholstery with characteristic red, yellow, blue and green contrasting details on the seats. Matching details can also be found on the steering wheel and gear selector.

The car has retained a highly period-correct appearance, complemented by Sportline equipment and a Becker Grand Prix 2000 audio system. Other equipment includes electric windows and heated seats.

The available documentation provides a useful overview of the car’s history. It includes the original German registration documents, Finnish vehicle documents and a comprehensive service history.

Technical specifications and equipment

Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3 Avantgarde Azzurro

W201 / Type 201.028

First registered: 1992

2,298 cm³ M102 four-cylinder petrol engine

100 kW / 136 hp

Automatic gearbox

Rear-wheel drive

Sportline equipment

Azurblau metallic paint – colour code 343

Original-style Azzurro leather interior with four contrasting colours

German and Finnish vehicle documents

Imported from Germany to Finland in 2011

Driven 159,000 km (mileage verified)

This is an exceptionally rare and collectible W201, combining the understated character of the 190 E with one of Mercedes-Benz’s most memorable factory-fitted special-model interiors.

Azzurro’s limited production, distinctive equipment and the steadily declining number of surviving examples make this an interesting car for Mercedes-Benz and W201 enthusiasts.