MERCEDES-BENZ (W126) 280 SE
Lowest Price: £3,206 • Median Price: £5,755 • Highest Price: £15,750 • Sell-Through Rate: 91%
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£3,206
LOWEST PRICE:
SINCE 2020
£5,755
MEDIAN PRICE:
SINCE 2020
HIGHEST PRICE:
£15,750
SINCE 2020
NUMBER OF SOLD CARS:
21
ALL TIME
SELL THROUGH RATE:
91%
ALL TIME
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£13,625
14th May 2025
Euro 1981 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4-Speed
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£4,089
24th May 2023
Euro 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SE
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£4,302
3rd Jan 2022
Euro 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SE
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£5,755
25th Nov 2024
Euro 1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4-Speed
Collecting Cars
£7,515
6th Feb 2023
1982 MERCEDES-BENZ (W126) 280 SE
Bonhams
£13,500
22nd May 2021
1984 Mercedes-Benz W126 280SE
Aguttes
£5,490
5th Oct 2024
Mercedes-Benz 280 SE (W126) – 1980 - Lot 24
Bonhams Cars Online
£3,206
15th Jul 2022
1982 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE
H&H Auctioneers
Not Sold
12th May 2021
1985 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE Current Ownership Since 1987
Bonhams Cars Online
£10,740
19th Dec 2023
1984 Mercedes-Benz 280SE
Brightwells
£4,312
17th Feb 2022
1985 Mercedes-Benz 280SE W126
Classic Car Auctions
£15,750
19th Sep 2020
1984 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Automatic (W126)
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The Mercedes-Benz W126 280 SE, part of the second generation of the S-Class, launched in 1979. It was known for its aerodynamic design and safety features.
The W126 was the first car to have an airbag.
Its successor was the Mercedes-Benz W140.
Did you know that the W126 was secretly tested in Australia's outback to ensure its reliability in extreme conditions?
How much is a Mercedes-Benz (W126) 280 SE worth?
In average condition, a Mercedes-Benz (W126) 280 SE is worth £5,755.
What is the most expensive Mercedes-Benz (W126) 280 SE to sell in history publicly?
The most expensive Mercedes-Benz (W126) 280 SE to sell in history was sold for £15,750.
What is the cheapest Mercedes-Benz (W126) 280 SE to sell in history publicly?
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz (W126) 280 SE to sell in history was sold for £125.
When was the Mercedes-Benz (W126) 280 SE produced?
The Mercedes-Benz (W126) 280 SE was produced between 1979 and 1985.