MERCEDES-BENZ (W126) 300 SEL
Lowest Price: £2,418 • Median Price: £10,964 • Highest Price: £24,659 • Sell-Through Rate: 93%
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£2,418
LOWEST PRICE:
SINCE 2020
£10,964
MEDIAN PRICE:
SINCE 2020
HIGHEST PRICE:
£24,659
SINCE 2020
NUMBER OF SOLD CARS:
25
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SELL THROUGH RATE:
93%
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1988 Mercedes-Benz (W126) 300 SEL
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£10,382
14th Aug 2025
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£2,418
14th Jun 2024
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22nd Oct 2022
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£4,945
28th Oct 2024
1989 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL
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£14,198
15th Sep 2023
1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL
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8th Sep 2022
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£19,163
3rd Jul 2024
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The Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL (W126) was part of the second generation of the S-Class, produced from 1979 to 1991. It was known for its luxurious features and build quality.
The W126 was the first car to have an airbag.
Its successor was the Mercedes-Benz W140.
A lesser-known fact is that the W126 was initially designed with more angular styling, but Mercedes-Benz toned it down to appeal to a broader audience.
How much is a Mercedes-Benz (W126) 300 SEL worth?
In average condition, a Mercedes-Benz (W126) 300 SEL is worth £10,964.
What is the most expensive Mercedes-Benz (W126) 300 SEL to sell in history publicly?
The most expensive Mercedes-Benz (W126) 300 SEL to sell in history was sold for £32,692.
What is the cheapest Mercedes-Benz (W126) 300 SEL to sell in history publicly?
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz (W126) 300 SEL to sell in history was sold for £1,412.
When was the Mercedes-Benz (W126) 300 SEL produced?
The Mercedes-Benz (W126) 300 SEL was produced between 1986 and 1991.