Mercedes-Benz 280SL Market Value & Price History
The Mercedes-Benz 280SL has a market value of $73,306 to $112,504 depending on year and condition, based on 238 verified auction sales across 4 model years (1968–1971). Individual examples have sold from $15,120 to $263,200, with 115 sold in the past 12 months. 11 are currently for sale.
Mercedes-Benz 280SL Value by Year
Recent Mercedes-Benz 280SL Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2026 | 1968 | $87,000 | 44,000 mi | bat |
| Jun 21, 2026 | 1969 | $118,000 | 33,000 mi | bat |
| Jun 17, 2026 | 1969 | $133,000 | 585 mi | bat |
| Jun 16, 2026 | 1968 | $35,000 | 169,501 mi | sms |
| Jun 9, 2026 | 1969 | $110,000 | 21,000 mi | bat |
| Jun 6, 2026 | 1970 | $86,000 | 75 mi | bat |
| Jun 6, 2026 | 1970 | $63,000 | 73,000 mi | bat |
| May 20, 2026 | 1971 | $83,333 | 67,000 mi | bat |
| May 16, 2026 | 1968 | $127,000 | 61,000 mi | bat |
| May 15, 2026 | 1970 | $72,500 | 42,000 mi | bat |
| May 13, 2026 | 1970 | $74,000 | 71,000 mi | bat |
| May 11, 2026 | 1969 | $82,500 | 12,000 mi | bat |
Mercedes-Benz 280SL — Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Mercedes-Benz 280SL worth?
Mercedes-Benz 280SL market values range from $73,306 to $112,504 depending on the model year, mileage, and condition. Recent auction sales span $15,120 to $263,200. See the year-by-year breakdown below.
Which Mercedes-Benz 280SL year is best?
DriveIndex tracks the market value of every Mercedes-Benz 280SL year (1968–1971) 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 280SL sell per year?
115 Mercedes-Benz 280SL have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 238 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Mercedes-Benz 280SL?
There are currently 11 Mercedes-Benz 280SL for sale, aggregated from Bring a Trailer, RM Sotheby's, Gooding, Broad Arrow, and more.