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Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 for sale
Every Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 currently gathered here, from dealers and marketplaces across the USA. Years represented run from 1972 to 1973. These cars belong to the W108 series. 17 cars are listed here; 11 for sale and 6 marked sold; asking prices from $7,500 to $49,000; located in California, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri and 3 more states.
Market prices
11 for sale now · average asking price $22,893 · median $20,500 · asking range $7,500 to $49,000 · 4 sold with a recorded price · averaging $24,338. See market prices for every model
Bring a Trailer price history (last 12 months)
6 Bring a Trailer sales in the last 12 months · median price $15,250
Most recent sales:
- Oct 30, 2026 — $11,000
- May 24, 2026 — $68,000
- Apr 13, 2026 — $15,251
- Mar 31, 2026 — $19,000
- Mar 29, 2026 — $15,000
- Jan 12, 2026 — $15,250
Recent auction results (individual auctions):
- 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 Sedan — Oct 30, 2026 · Sold $10,000 · Bring a Trailer
- 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 4.5 — Oct 28, 2026 · Sold $7,600 · eBay
- 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 Sedan — Jun 17, 2026 · Sold $25,000 · Bring a Trailer
- 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 Sedan — May 20, 2026 · Bid to $16,500 · Bring a Trailer
- One-Family-Owned 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 Sedan — Apr 13, 2026 · Sold $15,251 · Bring a Trailer
- 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 Sedan — Mar 31, 2026 · Sold $19,000 · Bring a Trailer
- 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 Sedan — Mar 29, 2026 · Sold $15,000 · Bring a Trailer
- 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 Sedan — Jan 12, 2026 · Sold $15,250 · Bring a Trailer
Mileage not stated · Column Automatic · Green
Burlingame, CA
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: Mercedes Heritage
Transmission: Column Automatic
Condition: Sold new 02/23/73 by Hutcheson Motors, Walnut Creek, CA; current owner for the last 51 years. Factory sunroof, column automatic, alloy wheels. Absolutely complete handbooks and factory data card. Dealer describes it as 'Brilliant Preservation in every respect' and 'Investment Grade'. Engine # 117984-12-021004. Mileage not stated in the ad.
Color: Green (860)
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$26,500 · 16% above typical65,487 miles · Automatic · Green
Los Angeles, CA
SOURCE: eBay
$26,500
16% above the typical asking price for a 280SEL 4.5
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Seller: beverlyhillscarclub
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 Introducing this long-wheelbase 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 featured with 65,487 miles on the odometer. Finished in its factory color Green "Grn" (860) complemented with a Cognac interior. This classic sedan exudes timeless Mercedes-Benz craftsmanship and understated sophistication. Highlights: - 65k-Mile - Factory Color: Green "Grn" (860) - Interior Color: Cognac - Fuel-Injected 4.
Color: Green (860)
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$20,500 · 10% below typical65,336 miles · Automatic · White
Providence, RI
SOURCE: eBay
$20,500
10% below the typical asking price for a 280SE 4.5
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Seller: sunlightmeister
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: The classic 1972 Mercedes Benz 4Door SE 280 is a timeless piece of automotive history. With its sleek black interior and pristine white exterior, this sedan exudes elegance and sophistication. Powered by a V8 engine and automatic transmission, this Mercedes-Benz offers a smooth and luxurious driving experience. With only 65336 miles on the odometer, this vintage gem is sure to turn heads and provide a nostalgic trip down memory lane for any car enthusiast.
Color: White (050)
$7,500 · 67% below typical58,000 miles · Automatic
Montebello, CA
SOURCE: Facebook Marketplace
$7,500
67% below the typical asking price for a 280SE 4.5
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Seller: Marketplace seller
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: Selling a 1973, Mercedes-Benz 280 se V8 engine 4.5 L All original Runs and drives Vehicle has been sitting for a long time! I purchased this car about eight years ago never had the time to start the project! California car no rust, clean title in hand Does not overheat Oil pressure is perfect Transm
$12,900 · 44% below typicalMileage not stated
Elk Grove Village, IL
SOURCE: Facebook Marketplace
$12,900
44% below the typical asking price for a 280SEL 4.5
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Seller: Marketplace seller
Condition: Up for sale in really good condition 1973 Mercedes SEL 280 V8 4.5 L . Currently car doesn’t run needs fuel pump . The car will start, but it’s unable to drive cause the fuel pump leaking serious buyers only.
Not stated - dealer lists 'Email for Mileage' · Automatic
Tucker, GA
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: Amyn Motors
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: Sedan, automatic. Stock #5939, VIN 10806812014826.
$49,000 · 114% above typicalMileage not stated · Black
Concord, CA
SOURCE: Facebook Marketplace
$49,000
114% above the typical asking price for a 280SE 4.5
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Seller: Marketplace seller
Condition: Classic black Mercedes-Benz 280 SE with a 4.5L V8 engine. This sedan has a black leather interior, wood grain dashboard trim, and chrome bumpers. The exterior is black with chrome accents and original wheel covers. The interior features a four-spoke steering wheel and bench-style rear seating.
Color: Black (040)
$34,900 · 52% above typicalMileage not stated on Hemmings
Mt Kisco, NY
SOURCE: Hemmings
$34,900
52% above the typical asking price for a 280SE 4.5
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Condition: Detail description identifies the car as a Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5.
Not stated on page
San Luis Obispo, CA
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: British Sports Cars
Condition: Very clean 4.5 V8 car, longtime California car, no accident signs, dry rust-free underside, never fully restored, $13,000+ in repairs over the last five years, repainted ~5 years ago (few blemishes), original upholstery in great condition, crack in dash near gauge cluster and cracks on door panels.
Not stated in extract
San Luis Obispo, CA
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: British Sports Cars
Condition: Amazing original condition, longtime California car, just two owners from new, all original paint in amazing condition, recently reupholstered in leather to original pattern, one small crack on dash top, recently serviced + four new tires, judged at Legends of the Autobahn (Monterey) and received a Silver Star Preservation Certificate.
Not stated
San Diego, CA
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: Old Town Classics
Condition: SOLD on dealer's own page. Lifelong Southern California car, always garaged and extremely well maintained, bought from the son of the first owner, paint/interior/chrome/wood as new (windshield-border wood restored), runs and drives fantastic, log book from new, original stereo updated with Bluetooth.
72,000 miles · Four-Speed Automatic · Black
Kirkland, WA
SOURCE: Bring a Trailer
$11,000
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Seller: Auction seller
Transmission: Four-Speed Automatic
Condition: Listing details from the car's own Bring a Trailer page: Chassis: 10806712020409; 72k Miles Shown on Rolled Odometer; 4.5-Liter V8; Four-Speed Automatic Transmission; Black Paint; Black Leather Upholstery; 14" Wire-Spoke Wheels; Sunroof; Tinted Windows; Stainless-Steel Wheel Arch Trim; Air Conditioning; Kenwood CD Stereo; Window Sticker; Manufacturer'a Literature. No-reserve lot. Final result was not captured by any source consulted. Possible match: the OldCarsData W108/W109 row for a 1973 sedan sold Oct 30, 2026 in Kirkland, WA for $11,000 (kept as a separate record because this lot's location was never captured).
Color: Black (040)
74,613 miles
St. Louis, MO
SOURCE: Dealer
$19,900
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Seller: Daniel Schmitt & Co.
Condition: 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 SEDAN in Saint Louis, MO | Daniel Schmitt & Co. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 SEDAN For Sale 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5 SEDAN
SOLD
SOLD · $36,950
SOLD · $36,95075,957 miles · Automatic · Anthracite Grey
Bellevue, WA
SOURCE: Dealer
$36,950
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Seller: Park Place Ltd
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: Anthracite Grey sedan, VIN 10806812005753, Stock C1781, automatic. The dealer's page shows this car as sold: its rendered page carries a sold banner. The page's structured data still reads InStock, which is why an earlier check took the car to be available — the banner on the page is the dealer's actual status for the car.
Color: Anthracite Grey (172)
42,655 miles
St. Louis, MO
SOURCE: Dealer
$29,500
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Seller: Daniel Schmitt & Co.
Condition: 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 SEDAN in Saint Louis, MO | Daniel Schmitt & Co. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 SEDAN For Sale 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 SE
$8,950 · 61% below typicalMileage not stated · Byzantine Gold
Los Angeles, CA
SOURCE: Dealer
$8,950
61% below the typical asking price for a 280SE 4.5
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Seller: Beverly Hills Car Club
Condition: Not running, project. Listed Oct 27, 2026.
Color: Byzantine Gold (422)
SOLD
SOLD
SOLDMileage not stated · White
Los Angeles, CA
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: Beverly Hills Car Club
Condition: Sunroof, not running. Price not published.
Color: White (050)