1980 Mercedes-Benz 280CE Market Value & Price History
The 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280CE has a market value of $17,667, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 4 verified USD sales between $14,000 and $79,666. No comparable sale since Jun 15, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market. 1 has sold in the past 12 months.
Data: DriveIndex. 4 verified auction sales for the 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280CE, latest sale Apr 14, 2026. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 14, 2026 | $79,666 | 10,000 mi | — |
| Jun 15, 2024 | $17,750 | 54,681 mi | Automatic |
| Dec 14, 2022 | $14,000 | 99,000 mi | Manual |
| Jun 13, 2022 | $21,251 | 99,000 mi | Manual |
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How much is a 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280CE worth?
A 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280CE is worth approximately $17,667, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. No comparable sale since Jun 15, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market. All 4 verified USD sales fall between $14,000 and $79,666. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How many 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280CE sell per year?
1 has sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 4 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280CE sales in total.
Are 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280CE sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?
There aren't yet enough recent sales to compute a reliable 12-month price direction for the 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280CE. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
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