1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 Market Value & Price History
The 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 has a current market value of $19,525 as of Nov 4, 2026, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 4 verified USD sales between $10,000 and $40,000. Based on US sales through Jun 8, 2026. 1 has sold in the past 12 months, and 2 are listed for sale, asking $10,995 to $22,495.
Data: DriveIndex. 4 verified auction sales for the 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420, latest sale Jun 8, 2026. Value as of Nov 4, 2026. Methodology
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Recent 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 Auction Results
| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 8, 2026 | $40,000 | 29,000 mi | Automatic |
| Apr 30, 2024 | $10,000 | 61,000 mi | Automatic |
| May 18, 2023 | $10,000 | 59,000 mi | Automatic |
| Aug 21, 2021 | $18,100 | 47,000 mi | Automatic |
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How much is a 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 worth?
A 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 is worth approximately $19,525 as of Nov 4, 2026, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. Based on US sales through Jun 8, 2026. All 4 verified USD sales fall between $10,000 and $40,000. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How much did a 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 cost new?
The 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 carried an original MSRP of $71,400. Verified examples now trade around $19,525.
How much has the 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 depreciated?
The 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 is worth about 73% less than it cost new: it carried an original MSRP of $71,400, and verified examples now trade around $19,525. That compares today's value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation.
How many 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 sell per year?
1 has sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 4 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 sales in total.
Are 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?
There aren't yet enough recent sales to compute a reliable 12-month price direction for the 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
Where can I buy a 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420?
DriveIndex lists 2 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 for sale, asking $10,995 to $22,495 (last checked Nov 3, 2026). DriveIndex aggregates for-sale listings and auction results from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.
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