1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan Market Value & Price History
The 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan has a current market value of $15,273 as of Oct 12, 2026, based on 7 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 6 verified USD sales between $10,770 and $24,500. Based on US sales through Sep 23, 2026. 1 has sold in the past 12 months.
Data: DriveIndex. 7 verified auction sales for the 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan (6 in USD, the basis for every dollar figure here), latest sale Sep 23, 2026. Value as of Oct 12, 2026. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | $15,350 | 69,000 mi | — |
| Sep 11, 2025 | $13,000 | 68,000 mi | Automatic |
| Dec 27, 2023 | $19,750 | 35,000 mi | Automatic |
| Dec 20, 2022 | $24,500 | 28,000 mi | Automatic |
| Feb 18, 2019 | $10,770 | 88,000 mi | Automatic |
| Sep 25, 2014 | $11,000 | — | Automatic |
| Apr 16, 2007 | 20,799 EUR | — | — |
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1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan worth?
A 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan is worth approximately $15,273 as of Oct 12, 2026, based on 7 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. Based on US sales through Sep 23, 2026. All 6 verified USD sales fall between $10,770 and $24,500. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How much did a 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan cost new?
The 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan carried an original MSRP of $92,900. Verified examples now trade around $15,273.
How much has the 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan depreciated?
The 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan is worth about 84% less than it cost new: it carried an original MSRP of $92,900, and verified examples now trade around $15,273. That compares today's value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation.
How many 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan sell per year?
1 has sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 7 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan sales in total.
Are 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Sedan. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
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