Importing a Mercedes-Benz 190E Evo II to the USA: What It Really Costs
A be-winged touring-car homologation special that turned the humble 190E into a collector grail.
By Sofia Berg, Customs & compliance writer · 7 min read
The 190E Evo II was a Cosworth-developed homologation car with aggressive aero and a high-revving engine.
It was a European-market model, so US cars arrive in original Euro spec.
The full cost breakdown
Plug in your own purchase figure — everything below the vehicle scales only modestly with value. All amounts are researched 2026 estimates in USD.
| Vehicle (purchase price) | $250,000 |
| Export agent & auction fees | $1,200 |
| Ocean freight | $2,600 |
| Marine insurance (~1.5%) | $3,750 |
| The standard US passenger-car import duty is 2.5% of declared value | $6,250 |
| Customs broker & port handling | $830 |
| EPA / DOT entry & compliance paperwork | $300 |
| Inland transport & registration | $1,500 |
| Estimated all-in landed cost | $266,430 |
Compliance & the fine print
An Evo II aged 25 years or more imports under the 25-year exemption from US conformity rules. Given its rarity and value, verify the VIN, factory records, and matching numbers with care.
Frequently asked questions
Why import the Evo II from Germany?+
It was a European homologation special, so the home market is the natural source.
Does the US charge VAT on it?+
No, only the 2.5% passenger-car duty applies, plus shipping.
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