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Mercedes-Benz W108/W109

1965–1972

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  • Lowest price

    US$15,251

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$77,000

    Since 2020 · n=5

  • Highest price

    US$264,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    5

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 5 lots

Mercedes-Benz W108/W109

Based on 5 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatingmedium confidence

US$70,500

Market value · recent verified sales

-25.0%

12-month change

Wait or Sell

Prices declining. Sellers should consider acting; buyers should wait.

Median sold price down 25.0% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$36,920

-48%

5-Year Forecast

US$30,413

-57%

Estimates based on 5 verified United States sales.

Market scores

48

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Mercedes-Benz W108/W109 market in the US has contracted sharply, with the median price falling to $70,500 and a year-over-year decline of 25 percent. The sell signal reflects weakness across the tracked sample, though the medium confidence rating suggests price volatility remains a factor in a thin trading environment.

Liquidity is severely constrained, with only five sales recorded over the past twelve months and zero active listings at present. This sparse transaction volume limits pricing confidence and means buyers and sellers should expect extended marketing windows and wide bid-ask spreads.

The W108/W109 holds collectible status on the strength of its automotive heritage, but moderate desirability and an uncertain production data footprint keep it in the middle tier of classic Mercedes appeal. Condition and originality likely drive value more sharply here than for higher-tier models, given the segment's heterogeneity.

The three-year base projection indicates a decline to $36,920, a drop of 47.6 percent from current levels. The five-year outlook extends that pressure further, with prices potentially reaching $30,413, representing a cumulative loss of 56.9 percent. These forecasts reflect sustained headwinds in collector demand and suggest a market in structural adjustment rather than temporary pullback.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$70,500
  • Annual appr. rate-25.0%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked8
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared8 (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$600
  • MaintenanceUS$2,010
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,830
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months3
  • Sell-Through60%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$99,450
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$15,251 – US$264,000
  • Total Sales Tracked5

Recent sales

  • US$31,000

    Bring a Trailer · 13 Jul 2026

  • US$15,251

    Bring a Trailer · 13 Apr 2026

  • US$110,000

    mecum · 11 Apr 2026

  • US$264,000

    mecum · 19 Jan 2025

  • US$77,000

    mecum · 14 Aug 2021

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