Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda

1968 to 1971 · Convertible

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Shifty Estimate

$85,400

High confidence · $50K to $169K

13.9% over 12 months

Oct 2025Rolling 6-month medianOct 2026

Median · 12 mo: $81,250
Sales · 12 mo: 20

Collectible

1968 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda, sold Jun 2026

Sold$86,000 · Bring a Trailer · Jun 2026

The market

Every recorded 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda sale, by date and price

Jun 2026 · Bring a Trailer

$86,000 · 6,000 mi · Light Ivory (670)

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83 sales · 36 unsoldmedian $81kupdated Jun 2026

Latest results

The newest 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda sales with photographs

1968 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda, sold May 2026

Sold $127,000

1968 · 61,000 mi

May 16, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $74,000

1970 · Dark Red (542) · 71,000 mi

May 13, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

1968 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda, sold Apr 2026

Sold $90,475

1968 · White · 38,000 mi

Apr 17, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

1968 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda, sold Mar 2026

Sold $82,000

1970 · Gray Beige · 55,000 mi

Mar 22, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

1968 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda, sold Feb 2026

Sold $130,000

1971 · Blue · 38,000 mi

Feb 24, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Sold $85,250

1969 · White · 50,979 mi

Feb 13, 2026 · PCARMARKET

Every W113

Sold prices, last 12 months · Oct 13, 2026

Every W113. Sold prices, last 12 months · Oct 13, 2026
	280SL Pagoda1968 to 1971	250SL Pagoda1967 to 1968	230SL Pagoda1963 to 1967
Shifty Estimate	$85,400	$64,700	$50,200
Sold median	$81,25020 sales	$61,6005 sales	$45,1394 sales
12-month move	Down 13.9%	Too few sales to call	Too few sales to call
For sale	None	None	None

Other SL-Class generations

R107
R129
R230
R231
R232

Specifications

Engine: Inline-6, 2.8L
Power: 170 hp
Torque: 180 lb-ft
0 to 60: 9.5 s
Top speed: 121 mph
Transmission: Manual
Drivetrain: RWD
Designer: Paul Bracq

Common questions

How much does a Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda cost?

Over the past 12 months, 20 have sold publicly at a median of $81,250. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $85,400. Cars have changed hands anywhere from $50,211 to $168,667, depending on mileage, color, and history.

What is a 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda worth today?

The Shifty Estimate is $85,400, down 13.9% over the past 12 months. Confidence is high: 20 public sales in a year gives a firm read.

How many Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda have sold?

Shifty has 83 public sales of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda on file. The earliest was on Sep 2, 2022.

What has a Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda sold for at auction?

The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:

$86,000Jun 6, 2026Light Ivory (670) · 6,000 mi
$127,000May 16, 202661,000 mi
$74,000May 13, 2026Dark Red (542) · 71,000 mi

About the 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 280SL Pagoda

The 280SL represents the pinnacle of Mercedes' beloved W113 Pagoda series, combining the refined styling of Paul Bracq's timeless design with the most potent engine of the lineup. Introduced in 1968, the 280SL's fuel-injected 2.8-liter inline-six produced 170 horsepower, a significant bump over its 230SL and 250SL predecessors. The distinctive concave hardtop that earned the 'Pagoda' nickname remained, but underneath lay improved power steering, a four-speed automatic option, and enhanced refinement that made it the most civilized of the trio. With 23,885 units produced through 1971, it's the most common Pagoda, yet remains highly sought after for its superior performance and daily usability. Clean, numbers-matching examples command strong prices, particularly in desirable color combinations. The 280SL strikes the perfect balance between classic Mercedes elegance and genuine sports car capability.