Mercedes-Benz 380SL Market Value & Price History
The Mercedes-Benz 380SL has a market value of $13,511 to $20,735 depending on year and condition, based on 389 verified auction sales across 5 model years (1981–1985). Individual examples have sold from $10,000 to $68,200, with 36 sold in the past 12 months. 53 are listed for sale.
Mercedes-Benz 380SL Value by Year
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Recent Mercedes-Benz 380SL Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2026 | 1984 | $14,000 | 34,000 mi |
| Oct 27, 2026 | 1984 | $14,000 | 56,000 mi |
| Oct 27, 2026 | 1985 | $18,500 | 50,000 mi |
| Oct 20, 2026 | 1984 | $13,375 | 141,500 mi |
| Oct 14, 2026 | 1985 | $13,000 | 52,000 mi |
| Oct 4, 2026 | 1981 | $12,500 | 82,000 mi |
| Oct 2, 2026 | 1984 | $11,500 | 84,000 mi |
| Sep 22, 2026 | 1985 | $16,300 | 56,000 mi |
| Sep 3, 2026 | 1985 | $28,875 | 16,795 mi |
| Aug 21, 2026 | 1984 | $14,300 | 141,945 mi |
| Aug 19, 2026 | 1985 | $12,000 | 39,000 mi |
| Aug 14, 2026 | 1985 | $44,800 | 7,000 mi |
Mercedes-Benz 380SL: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Mercedes-Benz 380SL worth?
Mercedes-Benz 380SL market values range from $13,511 to $20,735 depending on the model year, mileage, and condition. Recent auction sales span $10,000 to $68,200. See the year-by-year breakdown below.
Which Mercedes-Benz 380SL year is best?
There is no single best Mercedes-Benz 380SL year: it depends on your budget and what you want from the car. The Mercedes-Benz 380SL 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 380SL sell per year?
36 Mercedes-Benz 380SL have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 389 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Mercedes-Benz 380SL?
DriveIndex lists 53 Mercedes-Benz 380SL for sale (last checked Nov 14, 2026), aggregated from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.