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Mercedes-Benz W111 Coupe

1961–1971

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  • Lowest price

    £6,600

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    £31,875

    Since 2020 · n=6

  • Highest price

    £134,000

    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

£31,875

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

£33,478

+5%

5-Year Forecast

£34,009

+7%

Estimates based on 6 verified United Kingdom sales.

Market scores

50

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1970

    £13,166-41%

    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 currently trades at a median of £31,875 in the UK market, up 2.1% over the past twelve months. The steady but modest appreciation signals a stable outlook for this post-war classic, with a HOLD recommendation reflecting balanced risk and opportunity.

Market liquidity remains thin, with only six transactions tracked over the twelve-month period. This limited sample size means pricing is less anchored than in higher-volume segments, and buyers and sellers should expect negotiation range to be wider than for more frequently traded classics.

The W111 Coupe sits in the appreciating classic tier with a collectibility score of 6, positioning it as moderately desirable but not in the rarefied air of the marque's most coveted models. The car's appeal rests on its elegant proportions and period significance rather than extreme rarity or competition history.

Base projections suggest a three-year value of £33,478—a 5% gain from current levels—with a five-year outlook of £34,009, representing 6.7% total appreciation. This trajectory reflects modest but consistent demand for well-preserved examples without any aggressive upside catalyst on the horizon.

At current pricing, the W111 Coupe presents a fair entry point for collectors seeking a refined, usable classic with stable fundamentals and low downside risk. Condition and provenance will remain the primary value drivers in a market where supply is scarce and interest remains steady.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value£31,875
  • 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)£450
  • Maintenance£1,500
  • Storage£2,400
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost£4,350
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months1
  • Sell-Through17%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price£45,892
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price Range£6,600 – £134,000
  • Total Sales Tracked6

Recent sales

Showing latest 6
  • £28,750

    Collecting Cars · 22 Apr 2026

  • £35,000

    Collecting Cars · 18 Aug 2025

  • £134,000

    Collecting Cars · 18 Mar 2025

  • £6,600

    Collecting Cars · 28 Feb 2025

  • £10,500

    Collecting Cars · 25 Jun 2024

  • £60,500

    Collecting Cars · 9 Feb 2024

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