Mercedes-Benz SL (R107)
1971–1989
Lowest price
US$3,900
Since 2020
Median price
US$23,500
Since 2020 · n=174
Highest price
US$201,000
Since 2020
Sold cars
174
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 174 lots

Based on 174 verified auction results
US$24,500
Market value · recent verified sales
+2.5%
12-month change
Fair Entry
Stable prices. Negotiate on spec and condition.
Prices have been flat (+2.5%). No strong directional signal.
MSRP
—
Collectibility
3/10
Modest Demand
3-Year Forecast
US$24,500
+0%
5-Year Forecast
US$24,500
+0%
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Market scores
80
Desirability
Good
75
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Option premiums
What every option is worth.
Limited-slip diff
+US$11,526+49%67 with · 180 without · high confidence
Built ≤ 1986
−US$8,405-36%129 with · 111 without · high confidence
Hardtop included
−US$2,649-11%79 with · 168 without · high confidence
Manual gearbox
−US$2,391-10%3 with · 143 without · low 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 continues to hold at a median price of US$24,500, up 2.5% over the past twelve months. The HOLD signal reflects a market in equilibrium, with steady pricing absent any meaningful momentum in either direction.
Trading volume remains robust for the segment, with 56 sales tracked over the past year from a total sample of 174 transactions. This liquidity supports reliable price discovery and keeps the model accessible to both entry-level collectors and experienced buyers, though the modest sample size in any given quarter warrants attention to outliers.
Production of the R107 chassis across its long run totaled 237,287 units, which positions it in the abundant tier of the classic market. Desirability registers as very high despite this volume, a testament to the model's enduring appeal as an accessible, open-air Mercedes with genuine period charm and mechanical integrity.
Cars transacting in the current market average 55,551 miles, reflecting the typical preservation patterns of owners who recognize the R107 as a keeper rather than a speculative flip. Examples at this mileage and maintenance level command consistent pricing with minimal variation across regional markets.
The three-year and five-year projections hold the current median flat at US$24,500, suggesting that price levels have stabilized after earlier appreciation cycles. This outlook is supported by the model's mature collector base and the absence of fresh scarcity drivers that might propel future gains, though neither does the analysis flag depreciation risk.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$24,500
- Annual appr. rate+2.5%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked336
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared336 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$600
- MaintenanceUS$1,210
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$5,030
For sale now · 6 live
All live deals
1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
US$16,500-33% vs market
US

25k-Mile 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
US$15,000-39% vs market
US

1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
US$10,500-57% vs market
US

45k-Mile 1984 Mercedes-Benz 380SL
US$8,500-65% vs market
US

1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
US$7,500-69% vs market
US

1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
US$17,500-29% vs market
US · ends in 10h
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings6
- Sales Last 12 Months171
- Sell-Through98%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings6
- Avg Sale PriceUS$29,287
- Avg Mileage at Sale55,551 mi
- Recent Price RangeUS$3,900 – US$201,000
- Total Sales Tracked174
Recent sales
Showing latest 20US$35,188
Bring a Trailer · 8 Oct 2026
25,000 mi
Signal Red · automatic
US$25,500
Bring a Trailer · 5 Oct 2026
80,000 mi
Cabernet Red Metallic · automatic
US$12,500
Bring a Trailer · 4 Oct 2026
Light Ivory · automatic
US$7,500
Bring a Trailer · 3 Oct 2026
Light Ivory · automatic
US$21,000
Bring a Trailer · 3 Oct 2026
77,000 mi
Pearl Gray Metallic · automatic
US$11,500
Bring a Trailer · 2 Oct 2026
Orient Red · automatic
US$58,500
Bring a Trailer · 1 Oct 2026
20,000 mi
Midnight Blue · automatic
US$30,250
Bring a Trailer · 30 Sept 2026
49,000 mi
US$12,500
Bring a Trailer · 29 Sept 2026
Light Ivory
US$36,000
Bring a Trailer · 29 Sept 2026
40,000 mi
Signal Red · automatic
Common questions
What is a Mercedes-Benz SL (R107) worth in 2026?
The current United States market median is US$24,500, based on 56 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$3,900 to US$201,000.
Is the Mercedes-Benz SL (R107) going up in value?
Over the last 12 months its United States median moved +2.5%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.
How many Mercedes-Benz SL (R107)s are for sale right now?
We track 6 live auction listings for this model right now — each priced against the market median on this page.
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.