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Mercedes-Benz SL (R107)

1971–1989

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  • Lowest price

    $9,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    $31,750

    Since 2020 · n=16

  • Highest price

    $103,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    16

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 16 lots

Mercedes-Benz SL

Based on 16 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatinghigh confidence

$37,875

Market value · recent verified sales

+25.2%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Median sold price up 25.2% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

Collectibility

3/10

Modest Demand

3-Year Forecast

$62,835

+66%

5-Year Forecast

$74,424

+96%

Market scores

36

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Limited-slip diff

    +$18,463+58%

    40 with · 145 without · high confidence

  • Built ≤ 1986

    $11,877-37%

    103 with · 77 without · high confidence

  • Manual gearbox

    $3,878-12%

    3 with · 95 without · low confidence

  • Hardtop included

    $1,682-5%

    49 with · 136 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Prices are adjusted to the model's median mileage before comparing. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Mercedes-Benz SL R107 has appreciated sharply in the Australian market, with the median price now sitting at AUD $37,875, up 25.2 percent over the past twelve months. This represents genuine upward momentum, though the sample size of just four sales in that window warrants caution when drawing broad conclusions.

Liquidity remains thin, with only 16 total transactions tracked across the dataset. The absence of any active listings currently suggests either tight supply or simply that few owners are bringing examples to market at present price levels. Buyers and sellers should expect extended marketing periods and limited room for price discovery in either direction.

The R107 generation achieved substantial production volumes at 237,287 units across its extended lifespan, positioning it as a relatively accessible modern classic rather than an exclusive collectible. The modest demand rating reflects this reality, though the stable classification indicates the model has secured its footing in the secondary market after earlier years of uncertainty.

The three-year outlook projects appreciation to AUD $62,835, representing a 65.9 percent gain from current levels, with five-year projections reaching AUD $74,424, or 96.5 percent appreciation. These forecasts suggest the model is in the earlier stages of broader market recognition as genuine vintage Mercedes demand continues to evolve, though from a modest base of collector interest.

The hold signal reflects confidence in the directional trend without enthusiasm for immediate entry at current asking prices. With no usable mileage data available and thin transactional evidence, prospective buyers should prioritize individual condition assessment and service history over reliance on market averages.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value$37,875
  • Annual appr. rate+25.2%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked197
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared197 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)$910
  • Maintenance$1,830
  • Storage$4,870
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost$7,610
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

For sale now · 5 live

All live deals

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months4
  • Sell-Through25%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price$35,991
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price Range$9,000 – $103,500
  • Total Sales Tracked16

Recent sales

Showing latest 16
  • $29,000

    Collecting Cars · 5 Aug 2026

  • $30,000

    Collecting Cars · 9 Jun 2026

  • $45,750

    Collecting Cars · 11 Feb 2026

  • $68,000

    Collecting Cars · 19 Dec 2025

  • $33,250

    Collecting Cars · 29 Jul 2025

  • $103,500

    Collecting Cars · 14 Jul 2025

  • $30,250

    Collecting Cars · 22 Jan 2025

  • $28,750

    Collecting Cars · 13 Dec 2024

  • $40,750

    Collecting Cars · 7 Nov 2024

  • $9,600

    Collecting Cars · 24 Oct 2024

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.