Mercedes-Benz 280SE Market Value & Price History
The Mercedes-Benz 280SE has a market value of $10,081 to $129,977 depending on year and condition, based on 69 verified auction sales (data through Nov 14, 2026) across 7 model years (1968–1980). Individual examples have sold from $10,000 to $171,888, with 3 sold in the past 12 months. 21 are listed for sale.
Mercedes-Benz 280SE Value by Year
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Recent Mercedes-Benz 280SE Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2026 | 1971 | $19,091 | 57,166 mi |
| Sep 14, 2026 | 1969 | $10,000 | 14,000 mi |
| Nov 20, 2025 | 1968 | $135,000 | 23,612 mi |
| Nov 5, 2025 | 1979 | $11,500 | 112,000 mi |
| Sep 9, 2025 | 1968 | $27,500 | 49,000 mi |
| Sep 7, 2025 | 1971 | $15,500 | 94,000 mi |
| Aug 25, 2025 | 1972 | $11,000 | 3,300 mi |
| May 7, 2025 | 1968 | $90,000 | 18,000 mi |
| Feb 21, 2025 | 1972 | $11,750 | 32,000 mi |
| Dec 26, 2024 | 1971 | $12,050 | 94,000 mi |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 1971 | $16,250 | 6,000 mi |
| Aug 20, 2024 | 1968 | $169,000 | 19,000 mi |
Mercedes-Benz 280SE: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Mercedes-Benz 280SE worth?
Mercedes-Benz 280SE market values range from $10,081 to $129,977 depending on the model year, mileage, and condition. Recent auction sales span $10,000 to $171,888. See the year-by-year breakdown below.
Which Mercedes-Benz 280SE year is best?
There is no single best Mercedes-Benz 280SE year: it depends on your budget and what you want from the car. The Mercedes-Benz 280SE best-year guide compares every year on its market value, how often it trades and its value against the original MSRP. Whether each year is appreciating is DriveIndex's Value Signal, a Pro feature.
How many Mercedes-Benz 280SE sell per year?
3 Mercedes-Benz 280SE have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 69 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Mercedes-Benz 280SE?
DriveIndex lists 21 Mercedes-Benz 280SE for sale (last checked Nov 13, 2026), aggregated from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.