Mercedes-Benz 500SL Market Value & Price History
The Mercedes-Benz 500SL has a market value of $10,789 to $31,525 depending on year and condition, based on 247 verified auction sales (data through Nov 11, 2026) across 9 model years (1982–1993). Individual examples have sold from $10,000 to $95,000, with 28 sold in the past 12 months. 10 are listed for sale.
Mercedes-Benz 500SL Value by Year
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Recent Mercedes-Benz 500SL Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | 1991 | $16,250 | 61,000 mi |
| Oct 30, 2026 | 1985 | $20,000 | 61,000 mi |
| Oct 28, 2026 | 1986 | $14,100 | 126,000 mi |
| Oct 25, 2026 | 1991 | 20,264 EUR | 93,091 mi |
| Oct 22, 2026 | 1993 | $53,000 | 11,000 mi |
| Oct 18, 2026 | 1992 | $11,999 | 78,000 mi |
| Oct 3, 2026 | 1993 | $10,250 | 66,000 mi |
| Sep 17, 2026 | 1992 | $13,500 | 42,000 mi |
| Sep 15, 2026 | 1990 | 66,700 EUR | — |
| Aug 26, 2026 | 1990 | $10,200 | 75,500 mi |
| Aug 24, 2026 | 1991 | $13,699 | 119,500 mi |
| Aug 23, 2026 | 1986 | $40,000 | 37,000 mi |
Mercedes-Benz 500SL: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Mercedes-Benz 500SL worth?
Mercedes-Benz 500SL market values range from $10,789 to $31,525 depending on the model year, mileage, and condition. Recent auction sales span $10,000 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?
28 Mercedes-Benz 500SL have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 247 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Mercedes-Benz 500SL?
DriveIndex lists 10 Mercedes-Benz 500SL for sale (last checked Nov 14, 2026), aggregated from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.