Mercedes-Benz 500SEL Market Value & Price History
The Mercedes-Benz 500SEL has a market value of $11,031 to $49,000 depending on year and condition, based on 30 verified auction sales across 7 model years (1981–1993). Individual examples have sold from $10,352 to $84,000, with 2 sold in the past 12 months.
Mercedes-Benz 500SEL Value by Year
Recent Mercedes-Benz 500SEL Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 2026 | 1986 | $12,000 | 88,000 mi |
| May 6, 2026 | 1993 | $14,500 | 76,000 mi |
| Jul 7, 2025 | 1984 | $15,000 | 46,000 mi |
| Mar 20, 2025 | 1984 | $18,750 | 46,000 mi |
| Jan 23, 2025 | 1986 | $20,500 | 225,000 mi |
| Oct 11, 2024 | 1992 | $10,800 | 57,000 mi |
| Sep 23, 2024 | 1981 | $17,000 | 24,000 mi |
| Jul 1, 2024 | 1986 | $14,000 | 15,860 mi |
| Sep 26, 2023 | 1982 | $49,000 | 83,000 mi |
| Aug 17, 2023 | 1984 | $84,000 | 31,060 mi |
| Jun 30, 2023 | 1984 | $35,760 | — |
| Apr 17, 2023 | 1984 | $36,000 | 56,000 mi |
Mercedes-Benz 500SEL: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Mercedes-Benz 500SEL worth?
Mercedes-Benz 500SEL market values range from $11,031 to $49,000 depending on the model year, mileage, and condition. Recent auction sales span $10,352 to $84,000. See the year-by-year breakdown below.
Which Mercedes-Benz 500SEL year is best?
DriveIndex tracks the market value of every Mercedes-Benz 500SEL year (1981–1993) 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 500SEL sell per year?
2 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 30 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Mercedes-Benz 500SEL?
DriveIndex tracks for-sale listings and auction results for the Mercedes-Benz 500SEL from the top auction houses and marketplaces.