How do you take a good thing and make it better? You introduce a limited edition, of course. Or even better, introduce two limited editions. That's was Mercedes-Benz did for the final year of its entry-level, compact 190-class sedan, sending the "Baby Benz" out in style.

Two standard versions were available for the 1993 model year -- an entry-level 2.3-liter, 4-cylinder, 130-hp version, and a more robust 2.6-liter, 6-cylinder, 158-hp model. A 5-speed manual overdrive transmission was standard on both models, with a 4-speed automatic available as an option. Other standard equipment included anti-lock power brakes, power windows, driver's-side airbags, power door locks, and air conditioning.

Limited editions, available for both the 2.3-liter and 2.6-liter models, included sunroofs and leather seats as standard equipment. Special colors, upholstery, interior trim, and wheels were also included with the packages.