Mercedes-Benz 280SE Market Value & Price History
The Mercedes-Benz 280SE has a market value of $11,500 to $192,040 depending on year and condition, based on 47 verified auction sales across 6 model years (1968–1980). Individual examples have sold from $10,250 to $429,000, with 6 sold in the past 12 months. 5 are currently for sale.
Mercedes-Benz 280SE Value by Year
Recent Mercedes-Benz 280SE Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2026 | 1971 | $245,000 | — | bonhams |
| May 4, 2026 | 1971 | $390,000 | 768 mi | bonhams |
| Nov 5, 2025 | 1979 | $11,500 | 130 mi | bat |
| Sep 7, 2025 | 1971 | $15,500 | 94,000 mi | bat |
| Aug 25, 2025 | 1972 | $11,000 | 3,300 mi | bat |
| Aug 15, 2025 | 1971 | $159,500 | 55,030 mi | mecum |
| May 27, 2025 | 1971 | $208,000 | 71,778 mi | sms |
| Feb 21, 2025 | 1972 | $11,750 | 32,000 mi | bat |
| Dec 26, 2024 | 1971 | $12,050 | 94,000 mi | bat |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 1971 | $16,250 | 6,000 mi | bat |
| Jun 19, 2024 | 1971 | $11,000 | 95 mi | bat |
| Jul 7, 2023 | 1971 | $212,750 | — | rms |
Mercedes-Benz 280SE — Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Mercedes-Benz 280SE worth?
Mercedes-Benz 280SE market values range from $11,500 to $192,040 depending on the model year, mileage, and condition. Recent auction sales span $10,250 to $429,000. See the year-by-year breakdown below.
Which Mercedes-Benz 280SE year is best?
DriveIndex tracks the market value of every Mercedes-Benz 280SE year (1968–1980) so you can compare appreciation and pricing side by side. The full Value Signal — appreciating, stable, or depreciating, with a 1–5 year projection — is available on each year's page.
How many Mercedes-Benz 280SE sell per year?
6 Mercedes-Benz 280SE have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 47 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Mercedes-Benz 280SE?
There are currently 5 Mercedes-Benz 280SE for sale, aggregated from Bring a Trailer, RM Sotheby's, Gooding, Broad Arrow, and more.