Best Mercedes-Benz 560SL Year to Buy
There is no single best Mercedes-Benz 560SL year: the right one depends on your budget and what you want from the car. Across 1,555 verified sales, the 1988 is the most affordable at $17,299 and trades most often (442 verified sales). The 1987 has held its value best, now worth 63% of its original MSRP.
Data: DriveIndex. 4 model years with at least 10 verified sales each, latest sale Nov 5, 2026. Methodology
Mercedes-Benz 560SL Value by Model Year
| Year | Value | Vs. original MSRP | Verified sales | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 560SL | $19,100 | 30% | 426 | 26 |
| 1988 560SL | $17,299 | 29% | 442 | 24 |
| 1987 560SL | $34,402 | 63% | 405 | 26 |
| 1986 560SL | $28,385 | 59% | 282 | 22 |
Value is DriveIndex's market value for each year, from verified sales. “Vs. original MSRP” compares it with the sticker price when new, not adjusted for inflation: 100% means it is worth exactly what it cost. Years with fewer than 10 verified sales are listed but not ranked.
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Best Mercedes-Benz 560SL Year: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Mercedes-Benz 560SL year to buy?
There is no single best Mercedes-Benz 560SL year: the right one depends on your budget and what you want from the car. Across 1,555 verified sales, the 1988 is the most affordable at $17,299 and trades most often (442 verified sales). The 1987 has held its value best, now worth 63% of its original MSRP. The table on this page lists every model year with its market value, its value against its original MSRP and how many have sold.
Which Mercedes-Benz 560SL year is the cheapest?
The 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL is the most affordable year with enough verified sales to compare, currently valued at $17,299. The most valuable is the 1987, at $34,402.
Which Mercedes-Benz 560SL year holds its value best?
The 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL is now worth 63% of its original MSRP of $55,030, the best of the years with enough verified sales to compare. That compares today's value with the sticker price when new, not adjusted for inflation.
How much is a Mercedes-Benz 560SL worth?
Depending on the model year, a Mercedes-Benz 560SL is worth from $17,299 to $34,402 today, based on verified sales. Mileage, condition and options move any single car's price; each year's page shows its recent sales.
Which Mercedes-Benz 560SL year is appreciating?
This page shows what each year is worth and how that compares with its original price. Whether each year is appreciating, stable or depreciating is DriveIndex's Value Signal, which Pro members see for every year along with a 1–5 year projection.