Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Market Value & Price History
The Mercedes-Benz 560SEL has a market value of $12,972 to $31,586 depending on year and condition, based on 140 verified auction sales (data through Nov 12, 2026) across 6 model years (1986–1991). Individual examples have sold from $10,000 to $95,000, with 29 sold in the past 12 months. 10 are listed for sale.
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Value by Year
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Recent Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2026 | 1987 | $22,000 | 80,000 mi |
| Nov 2, 2026 | 1988 | $11,777 | 93,000 mi |
| Oct 29, 2026 | 1991 | $36,500 | 49,000 mi |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 1991 | $24,000 | 107,000 mi |
| Oct 14, 2026 | 1987 | $19,500 | 64,000 mi |
| Sep 24, 2026 | 1989 | $25,000 | 21,000 mi |
| Sep 8, 2026 | 1990 | $40,000 | 65,000 mi |
| Sep 4, 2026 | 1990 | $15,000 | 130,000 mi |
| Sep 1, 2026 | 1987 | $10,000 | 113,000 mi |
| Aug 25, 2026 | 1988 | $16,825 | 135,000 mi |
| Aug 15, 2026 | 1991 | $42,500 | 19,000 mi |
| Jul 31, 2026 | 1989 | $10,000 | 117,000 mi |
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Mercedes-Benz 560SEL worth?
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL market values range from $12,972 to $31,586 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 560SEL year is best?
There is no single best Mercedes-Benz 560SEL year: it depends on your budget and what you want from the car. The Mercedes-Benz 560SEL 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 560SEL sell per year?
29 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 140 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Mercedes-Benz 560SEL?
DriveIndex lists 10 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL for sale (last checked Nov 14, 2026), aggregated from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.