MARKET ANALYSIS

Coupe C190 (2014 to 2021)

AMAV$156,583↑

The Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe (C190), manufactured globally between 2014 and 2021, represents the brand’s second dedicated supercar project developed entirely at the Affalterbach headquarters. Featuring a front-mid-engine layout with a rear-mounted transaxle for balanced weight distribution, the C190 utilised various outputs of the M178 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, culminating in the track-dominant GT R PRO and the extreme Black Series, which saw only 1,700 units produced worldwide. In the 2026 Australian market, the C190 has attained a legendary status among purist collectors, as it is the final two-seater iteration before the range shifted to the heavier 2+2, all-wheel-drive C192 generation. The buyer pool in Australia is remarkably competitive, consisting of performance-focused driving enthusiasts who seek the raw, rear-wheel-drive dynamics of the GT S and GT C, alongside high-end investors specifically targeting the Black Series—of which only 28 examples were ever delivered to Australian shores. Locally, market value has remained exceptionally resilient for original, Australian-delivered cars, as 2026 buyers prioritise examples with meticulously documented service histories from AMG Performance Centres to ensure the sophisticated dry-sump lubrication and active aerodynamics are in peak condition. For the Australian aficionado, the C190 is considered a "modern great," continuing to hold its own against the best from Zuffenhausen and remaining a prized centerpiece at events such as the Adelaide Motorsport Festival.