Mercedes-Benz 500SL Market Value & Price History
The Mercedes-Benz 500SL has a market value of $13,916 to $52,000 depending on year and condition, based on 130 verified auction sales across 9 model years (1982–1993). Individual examples have sold from $10,200 to $95,000, with 25 sold in the past 12 months. 8 are listed for sale.
Mercedes-Benz 500SL Value by Year
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Recent Mercedes-Benz 500SL Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | 1992 | $13,500 | 42,000 mi |
| Sep 15, 2026 | 1990 | $66,700 | — |
| Aug 26, 2026 | 1990 | $10,200 | 75,500 mi |
| Aug 24, 2026 | 1991 | $13,699 | 119,500 mi |
| Aug 23, 2026 | 1986 | $38,500 | 37,000 mi |
| Aug 10, 2026 | 1991 | $14,600 | 119,500 mi |
| Aug 5, 2026 | 1984 | $35,000 | 104,000 mi |
| Jul 25, 2026 | 1993 | $82,000 | 11,000 mi |
| Jul 17, 2026 | 1986 | $51,000 | 64,000 mi |
| Jul 10, 2026 | 1984 | $23,000 | 69,000 mi |
| Jun 1, 2026 | 1985 | $35,000 | 37,000 mi |
| May 20, 2026 | 1985 | $18,555 | 95,000 mi |
Mercedes-Benz 500SL: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Mercedes-Benz 500SL worth?
Mercedes-Benz 500SL market values range from $13,916 to $52,000 depending on the model year, mileage, and condition. Recent auction sales span $10,200 to $95,000. See the year-by-year breakdown below.
Which Mercedes-Benz 500SL year is best?
There is no single best Mercedes-Benz 500SL year: it depends on your budget and what you want from the car. The Mercedes-Benz 500SL 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 500SL sell per year?
25 Mercedes-Benz 500SL have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 130 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Mercedes-Benz 500SL?
DriveIndex lists 8 Mercedes-Benz 500SL for sale (last checked Sep 30, 2026), aggregated from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.