1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Market Value & Price History
The 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE has a current market value of $11,500 as of Sep 20, 2026, based on 1 verified auction sale tracked by DriveIndex. 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. Value as of Sep 20, 2026. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2025 | $11,500 | 112,000 mi | Automatic |
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1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE worth?
A 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE is worth approximately $11,500 as of Sep 20, 2026, based on 1 verified auction sale tracked by DriveIndex. 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. Verified examples now trade around $11,500.
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.
Is the 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE going up or down in value?
There aren't yet enough recent sales to compute a reliable 12-month price direction for the 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE. For the full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection, open the 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE on DriveIndex.
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