
Mercedes-Benz 190
1955 to 1961 · Sedan
Over the past 12 months, 4 have sold publicly at a median of $72,875. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $74,300. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $8,250 to $216,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.
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- Median · 12 mo
- $72,875
- Sales · 12 mo
- 4
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Specifications
- Engine
- Inline-4, 1.9L
- Power
- 75 hp
- Top speed
- 87 mph
- Transmission
- Manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
Common questions
How much does a Mercedes-Benz 190 cost?
Over the past 12 months, 4 have sold publicly at a median of $72,875. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $74,300. Across the sales we have on file, prices ran from $8,250 to $216,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.
What is a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 worth today?
The Shifty Estimate is $74,300. We rate confidence medium: 4 public sales in a year is a thin market, and the spread between them is wide.
How many Mercedes-Benz 190 have sold?
Shifty has 15 public sales of the Mercedes-Benz 190 on file. The earliest was on Mar 26, 2024.
What is the most expensive Mercedes-Benz 190 sold?
The highest public sale on file is $216,000, on May 5, 2025, with 26,000 mi.
What has a Mercedes-Benz 190 sold for at auction?
The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:
- $70,750Apr 23, 2026White
- $75,000Nov 26, 2025White · 9,500 mi
- $66,000Nov 13, 2025White · 55,000 mi
About the 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190
The Mercedes-Benz 190SL stands as Stuttgart's elegant answer to the 300SL Gullwing, sharing its bigger brother's sophisticated engineering in a more accessible package. Built from 1955 to 1963, this roadster featured a specially developed 1.9-liter four-cylinder engine producing 105 horsepower, paired with the same basic chassis architecture as the legendary 300SL. Designer Friedrich Geiger crafted timeless proportions that remain stunning today, while the removable hardtop and folding soft top offered versatility that racing-focused competitors lacked. With 25,881 examples produced, the 190SL was relatively common in its era but has become increasingly coveted among collectors seeking authentic 1950s Mercedes mystique without Gullwing pricing. Early cars with the desirable four-speed manual transmission and original paint command premiums, while restored examples offer an accessible entry point into serious Mercedes-Benz collecting. The 190SL perfectly captures the optimism and elegance of 1950s European motoring.
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