1981 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Value
Updated June 2026 · Based on real sold prices and current market data
Median market value: $21,495 · Average: $21,980
What the range means
Driver-quality cars with paint, trim, or mechanical work needed. 25th percentile of comparable sales — what survivors with deferred maintenance bring.
Solid driver-condition examples with documented maintenance. The middle of the market — where most transactions happen.
Concours-quality, numbers-matching, documented provenance. 75th percentile — what well-sorted, restored examples actually trade for.
Recent comparable sales
| Vehicle | Sold For |
|---|---|
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL | $22,495 |
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL | $20,995 |
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL | $31,895 |
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL | $31,894 |
| 1981 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL | $14,995 |
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL | $22,495 |
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL | $20,495 |
| 1981 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL | $19,995 |
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1981 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL
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