Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
As the brand's flagship grand tourer for seven decades, the SL-Class is an automotive icon famed for models like the 300 SL Gullwing. It's a highly collectible model line where early examples are considered blue-chip assets.
Find one with Spotter →Typical sold price of a Mercedes-Benz SL-Class ranges from $4,500 to $152,437, based on 28,411 sales tracked on Hypercars. 4,632 currently for sale.
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Submodels
The Mercedes-Benz SL has been the brand's flagship grand tourer for 7 decades. It started with the legendary 300 SL Gullwing and has since evolved through iconic generations like the W113 "Pagoda," the durable R107, and the V8-powered R230 with its retractable hardtop. The SL's combination of performance, open-air luxury, and engineering has secured its place as an automotive icon.
Collectibility spans the entire model line. Early 190 SL and 300 SL models are blue-chip assets, while the W113 Pagoda is a design masterpiece that continues to appreciate. More recent models, especially the R129 and R230, offer an accessible entry point to the classic SL experience. With 6,528 sales tracked, the market is extremely liquid, but the average price of $39,030 is heavily influenced by the high volume of modern, depreciated examples.
Buying Tips
- Check for rust on R107 models, especially in the floors, sills, and subframe mounts.
- On R129s, inspect the hydraulic convertible top for leaks and confirm the pre-1996 biodegradable wiring harness has been replaced.
- R230s have a complex Active Body Control (ABC) suspension and a Sensotronic Brake Control (SBC) pump; both are known to fail and cost thousands to repair.
- A complete and documented service history is critical, as deferred maintenance on any generation leads to major expenses.
Prices range from under $1,000 for project cars to $2,640,000 for the most collectible examples.
28,411 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 4632 currently live. Sold prices range from $500 to $8,888,888.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Mercedes-Benz SL-Class cost?
Based on 28,411 sales tracked on Hypercars, Mercedes-Benz SL-Class prices typically range from $4,500 to $152,437. There are 4,632 currently for sale.
How many Mercedes-Benz SL-Class listings are for sale right now?
There are 4,632 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.