Marque
Search a car…
United States market

Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster

1957–1963

Add to Garage
  • Lowest price

    US$22,250

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$1,388,750

    Since 2020 · n=10

  • Highest price

    US$1,540,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    10

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 10 lots

Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster

Based on 10 verified auction results

HOLDStablemedium confidence

US$1,468,000

Market value · recent verified sales

+2.2%

12-month change

Fair Entry

Stable prices. Negotiate on spec and condition.

Prices have been flat (+2.2%). No strong directional signal.

MSRP

Collectibility

8/10

Highly Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$1,633,970

+11%

5-Year Forecast

US$1,691,394

+15%

Market scores

46

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1960

    +US$62,866+4%

    5 with · 5 without · med 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 300SL Roadster sits at a median of US$1,468,000, up 2.2% over the past twelve months. The upward momentum is modest but consistent with the car's stable market position and appreciating-classic classification.

Transaction activity remains thin, with only four sales recorded in the past year across ten total tracked examples in our database. This sparse liquidity reflects the model's rarity and the selective buyer pool for pre-war German sportscars, though it also means individual sales can show wider price variance.

The 300SL Roadster qualifies as highly collectible, anchored by its limited production run of 1,858 units and its canonical status in automotive history. Average mileage on transacted cars sits at 20,000 miles, underscoring the care these examples typically receive from their custodian owners.

Over three years, the base projection rises to US$1,633,970—an 11.3% gain—with a five-year target of US$1,691,394, or 15.2% appreciation. These forecasts assume steady demand from established collectors and no material shift in the vintage sports-car market.

The medium-confidence hold signal reflects stable fundamentals paired with thin deal flow. Entry at current levels appears fair for buyers seeking exposure to this iconic roadster, though patience may reveal better opportunities given the infrequent supply hitting the market.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$1,468,000
  • Annual appr. rate+2.2%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked11
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared11 (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$11,730
  • MaintenanceUS$5,360
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$20,310
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months5
  • Sell-Through50%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$1,201,475
  • Avg Mileage at Sale20,000 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$22,250 – US$1,540,000
  • Total Sales Tracked10

Recent sales

Showing latest 10
  • US$1,511,000

    Bring a Trailer · 21 Jul 2026

  • US$22,250

    Bring a Trailer · 21 Jul 2026

  • US$1,451,000

    Bring a Trailer · 18 May 2026

  • US$945,500

    bonhams · 23 Jan 2026

  • US$1,540,000

    mecum · 18 Jan 2026

  • US$1,485,000

    mecum · 16 Aug 2025

  • US$1,237,500

    mecum · 17 Aug 2024

  • US$1,402,500

    mecum · 14 Jan 2024

  • US$1,045,000

    mecum · 15 Jan 2023

  • US$1,375,000

    mecum · 16 Jan 2022

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