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Mercedes-Benz SL (W113)

1963–1971

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  • Lowest price

    US$42,500

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$84,750

    Since 2020 · n=58

  • Highest price

    US$445,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    58

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 58 lots

Mercedes-Benz SL

Based on 58 verified auction results

BUYBottomed Outhigh confidence

US$84,000

Market value · recent verified sales

-5.5%

12-month change

Strong Buy

Trend favours buyers right now. Move while supply is loose.

Price has settled around current levels after a decline (12-mo change -5.5%). Often a buy window before recovery.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$92,005

+10%

5-Year Forecast

US$94,742

+13%

Market scores

73

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Moderate

40

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Manual gearbox

    US$11,037-13%

    25 with · 28 without · high confidence

  • Hardtop included

    US$8,183-10%

    21 with · 66 without · high confidence

  • Built ≤ 1969

    US$6,741-8%

    45 with · 41 without · high 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 SL W113 has settled at a median of $84,000 in the US market, down 5.5 percent over the past twelve months, though recent trading patterns and analyst signals suggest the model has bottomed out after its recent correction.

With 29 transactions recorded over the past year out of 58 total sales tracked, the W113 demonstrates moderate liquidity—enough to indicate genuine market interest without the volume needed to guarantee rapid exits. This liquidity profile suits patient collectors and serious enthusiasts rather than traders seeking quick turnarounds.

The W113 occupies the appreciating classic category with a collectibility score of 6 and high desirability despite production of nearly 49,000 units across its production run. The broad production volume means these cars remain accessible to a wide collector base, though condition, specification, and service history continue to drive meaningful value spreads within the market.

Base projections anticipate appreciation to $92,005 over three years and $94,742 over five years, representing 9.5 percent and 12.8 percent total gains respectively. This modest but steady outlook reflects the model's established position in the classic sports car market and its resilience as a fundamentally sound investment vehicle.

The current buy signal and high-confidence bottoming assessment reflect both the recent price correction and the model's demonstrated long-term collecting appeal. For buyers comfortable with the moderate liquidity profile, entry pricing currently offers reasonable value relative to the projected recovery trajectory.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$84,000
  • Annual appr. rate-5.5%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked87
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared87 (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)US$670
  • MaintenanceUS$2,010
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,900
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months42
  • Sell-Through72%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$94,100
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$42,500 – US$445,000
  • Total Sales Tracked58

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$51,700

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$78,000

    Bring a Trailer · 12 Aug 2026

  • US$86,000

    Bring a Trailer · 11 Aug 2026

  • US$60,000

    Bring a Trailer · 9 Aug 2026

  • US$102,000

    Bring a Trailer · 8 Aug 2026

  • US$445,000

    Bring a Trailer · 6 Aug 2026

  • US$54,500

    Bring a Trailer · 5 Aug 2026

  • US$59,000

    Bring a Trailer · 4 Aug 2026

  • US$45,000

    Bring a Trailer · 2 Aug 2026

  • US$50,500

    Bring a Trailer · 28 Jul 2026

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