1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Market Value & Price History
The 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE has a market value of $11,500, based on 1 verified auction sale tracked by DriveIndex. No sale since Nov 5, 2025, so this value may not reflect today's market. 1 has sold in the past 12 months.
Data: DriveIndex. 1 verified auction sale for the 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE, latest sale Nov 5, 2025. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2025 | $11,500 | 112,000 mi | Automatic |
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How much is a 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE worth?
A 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE is worth approximately $11,500, based on 1 verified auction sale tracked by DriveIndex. No sale since Nov 5, 2025, so this value may not reflect today's market. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car around that figure.
How much did a 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE cost new?
The 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE carried an original MSRP of $25,500. Its DriveIndex market value is $11,500. No sale since Nov 5, 2025, so this value may not reflect today's market.
How much has the 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE depreciated?
The 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE is worth about 55% less than it cost new: it carried an original MSRP of $25,500, and its DriveIndex market value is $11,500. That compares the DriveIndex value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation. No sale since Nov 5, 2025, so this value may not reflect today's market.
How many 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE sell per year?
1 has sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 1 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE sale in total.
Are 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE. 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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