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Mercedes-Benz W111 Coupe

1961–1971

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  • Lowest price

    $11,500

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    $67,750

    Since 2020 · n=6

  • Highest price

    $180,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    6

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 6 lots

Mercedes-Benz W111 Coupe

Based on 6 verified auction results

HOLDStablehigh confidence

$64,000

Market value · recent verified sales

+2.1%

12-month change

Fair Entry

Stable prices. Negotiate on spec and condition.

Prices have been flat (+2.1%). No strong directional signal.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

$67,219

+5%

5-Year Forecast

$68,285

+7%

Estimates based on 6 verified Australia sales.

Market scores

50

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1970

    $27,984-41%

    11 with · 4 without · low confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. 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 W111 Coupe is trading at a median of AUD $64,000 in the Australian market, up 2.1 percent over the past twelve months. The HOLD signal reflects stable pricing with modest upward momentum rather than sharp acceleration.

Transaction activity remains sparse, with only six sales tracked over the twelve-month period. This thin liquidity creates a two-edged market: buyers may find selective opportunities, but sellers should expect extended holding periods and limited competing bids when liquidating.

The W111 Coupe sits firmly in the appreciating classic tier with a collectibility score of 6, supported by moderate desirability and the model's established place in Mercedes-Benz heritage. Without production-volume data on hand, the scarcity and condition variance typical of these 1960s coupes remain key value drivers.

Mileage data for recently transacted examples is not available in the current dataset, though originality and maintenance history are traditionally critical for this generation. Buyers should expect inspection to focus on mechanical soundness and authenticity rather than low odometer readings alone.

The three-year projection sits at AUD $67,219, representing a 5.0 percent gain from current levels. Over five years, the base case points to AUD $68,285, or 6.7 percent appreciation, reflecting steady but unspectacular growth consistent with stable classic-car demand.

At current pricing, the W111 Coupe presents fair entry terms for collectors seeking European heritage without premium-segment volatility. The stable outlook and thin market suggest this remains a vehicle for committed ownership rather than short-term speculation.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value$64,000
  • Annual appr. rate+2.1%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked16
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared16 (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$3,050
  • Storage$4,870
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost$8,830
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months2
  • Sell-Through33%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price$85,042
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price Range$11,500 – $180,000
  • Total Sales Tracked6

Recent sales

Showing latest 6
  • $64,000

    Collecting Cars · 24 Jul 2026

  • $71,500

    Collecting Cars · 12 Nov 2025

  • $18,250

    Collecting Cars · 20 Aug 2024

  • $11,500

    Collecting Cars · 17 May 2024

  • $180,000

    Collecting Cars · 21 Aug 2023

  • $165,000

    Collecting Cars · 10 Jul 2023

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