Mercedes-Benz 280SL Market Value & Price History
The Mercedes-Benz 280SL has a market value of $14,100 to $125,905 depending on year and condition, based on 450 verified auction sales across 13 model years (1967–1985). Individual examples have sold from $10,100 to $270,000, with 103 sold in the past 12 months. 53 are listed for sale.
Mercedes-Benz 280SL Value by Year
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Recent Mercedes-Benz 280SL Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | 1968 | $161,000 | 2,700 mi |
| Sep 23, 2026 | 1969 | $78,000 | 29,000 mi |
| Sep 19, 2026 | 1970 | $92,000 | — |
| Sep 17, 2026 | 1969 | $201,111 | 95,000 mi |
| Sep 16, 2026 | 1970 | $115,000 | 54,000 mi |
| Sep 1, 2026 | 1971 | $120,000 | 14,036 mi |
| Aug 29, 2026 | 1970 | $96,000 | 31,000 mi |
| Aug 22, 2026 | 1968 | $114,000 | 76,000 mi |
| Aug 18, 2026 | 1982 | $15,000 | 83,000 mi |
| Aug 13, 2026 | 1971 | $179,200 | 23,106 mi |
| Aug 12, 2026 | 1970 | $78,000 | 96,000 mi |
| Aug 11, 2026 | 1969 | $86,000 | 51,000 mi |
Mercedes-Benz 280SL: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Mercedes-Benz 280SL worth?
Mercedes-Benz 280SL market values range from $14,100 to $125,905 depending on the model year, mileage, and condition. Recent auction sales span $10,100 to $270,000. See the year-by-year breakdown below.
Which Mercedes-Benz 280SL year is best?
There is no single best Mercedes-Benz 280SL year: it depends on your budget and what you want from the car. The Mercedes-Benz 280SL 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 280SL sell per year?
103 Mercedes-Benz 280SL have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 450 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Mercedes-Benz 280SL?
DriveIndex lists 53 Mercedes-Benz 280SL for sale (last checked Sep 29, 2026), aggregated from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.