how much is a 1957 mercedes 190sl worth?
Based on CLASSIC.COM’s market data, here’s what a 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL is worth:
Market Benchmark The CLASSIC.COM Market Benchmark (CMB) for Mercedes-Benz 190SL (W121) models is $113,390, with an average sale price of $115,420 across all years (1955-1963).
Value Range for 1957 Models Recent 1957 190SL transactions show a wide range depending on condition:
• Exceptional examples: $190,000 - $225,500+
(numbers-matching, fully restored, auction records)
• Nice driver-quality originals: $130,000 - $160,000
(well-preserved, running well, some patina)
• Entry-level/projects: $50,000 - $90,000
(needing work or higher mileage)
About the $102,000 Example The 1957 190SL you’re viewing at $102,000 sits slightly below the CMB, making it a reasonably-priced entry point for an “Original & Highly Original” California Blue car with low indicated mileage. For context, a similar blue 1957 190SL sold at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale in January 2026 for $225,500, though that was numbers-matching and potentially more thoroughly documented.
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