1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL Market Value & Price History
The 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL has a market value of $16,400, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 4 verified USD sales between $14,000 and $25,400. No sale since Sep 3, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market. 2 are listed for sale from $15,200 to $27,995.
Data: DriveIndex. 4 verified auction sales for the 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL, latest sale Sep 3, 2024. Methodology
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Last checked Oct 12, 2026, unless a listing shows its own date
Recent 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL Auction Results
| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2024 | $14,000 | 32,000 mi | Automatic |
| Jul 14, 2022 | $16,750 | 58,000 mi | Automatic |
| Mar 24, 2021 | $25,400 | 250,000 mi | Automatic |
| May 28, 2018 | $24,250 | 28,230 mi | Automatic |
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1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL worth?
A 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL is worth approximately $16,400, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. No sale since Sep 3, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market. All 4 verified USD sales fall between $14,000 and $25,400. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How much did a 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL cost new?
The 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL carried an original MSRP of $16,500. Its DriveIndex market value is $16,400. No sale since Sep 3, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market.
How much has the 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL depreciated?
The 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL is worth about 1% less than it cost new: it carried an original MSRP of $16,500, and its DriveIndex market value is $16,400. That compares the DriveIndex value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation. No sale since Sep 3, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market.
How many 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL sell per year?
DriveIndex has tracked 4 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL sales at auction.
Are 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 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 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
Where can I buy a 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL?
DriveIndex lists 2 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL for sale, priced from $15,200 to $27,995 (last checked Oct 12, 2026). DriveIndex aggregates for-sale listings and auction results from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.
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