1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D Market Value & Price History
The 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D has a current market value of $15,709 as of Oct 9, 2026, based on 7 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 7 verified USD sales between $10,000 and $28,500. Based on US sales through May 11, 2026. 1 has sold in the past 12 months.
Data: DriveIndex. 7 verified auction sales for the 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D, latest sale May 11, 2026. Value as of Oct 9, 2026. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 11, 2026 | $10,000 | 311,000 mi | Automatic |
| Oct 26, 2024 | $15,750 | 68,000 mi | Automatic |
| May 12, 2024 | $28,500 | 34,797 mi | — |
| Jun 8, 2023 | $13,000 | 86,000 mi | Automatic |
| Sep 24, 2022 | $13,000 | 82,000 mi | Automatic |
| Apr 24, 2022 | $11,000 | 133,000 mi | Automatic |
| Aug 4, 2021 | $15,500 | 80,000 mi | Automatic |
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1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D worth?
A 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D is worth approximately $15,709 as of Oct 9, 2026, based on 7 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. Based on US sales through May 11, 2026. All 7 verified USD sales fall between $10,000 and $28,500. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How many 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D sell per year?
1 has sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 7 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D sales in total.
Are 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D 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 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D. 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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