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Mercedes-Benz W116 cars for sale

The W116 launched the S-Class name in 1972 with a strong emphasis on safety and long-distance comfort. It spans a wide range: six-cylinder 280s, the V8 350 and 450 cars, the dry-sump 450SEL 6.9 flagship, and the 300SD — the first turbodiesel production car, sold only in North America. Early cars rust; later cars are the better survivors, and the model spread makes careful selection worthwhile.

21 cars are listed here; 16 for sale and 5 marked sold; asking prices from $1 to $50,000; located in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Indiana and 6 more states.

Read the W116 buyer's guide for what to check before buying.

Models in this series

280SE (1)300SD (2)450SEL (9)450SEL 6.9 (8)
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$5,950 · 62% below typical
Mileage not stated · Automatic · Manila Beige
Los Angeles, CA
SOURCE: eBay
$5,950
62% below the typical asking price for a 450SEL
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Seller: beverlyhillscarclub
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: 1980 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL Introducing this long-wheelbase 1980 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL finished in its factory color Manila Beige (681) over a Palomino interior. As part of the W116 generation, this flagship Mercedes-Benz sedan combined advanced engineering, comfort, and understated styling in a way that helped define the modern luxury sedan. The long-wheelbase 450SEL offered additional rear passenger space, making it a preferred choice for executives and dignitaries during its era.
Color: Manila Beige (681)
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$8,950 · 42% below typical
Mileage not stated · Automatic · Blue-Grey
Los Angeles, CA
SOURCE: eBay
$8,950
42% below the typical asking price for a 450SEL
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Seller: beverlyhillscarclub
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL Introducing this 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL, presented in its factory Gray Blue Metallic (906) exterior finish, paired with a refined Midnight Blue interior accented by veneer trim.
Color: Blue-Grey (906)
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$19,950 · 38% above typical
Mileage not stated · Automatic · Silver
Los Angeles, CA
SOURCE: eBay
$19,950
38% above the typical asking price for a 450SEL 6.9
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Seller: beverlyhillscarclub
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 Introducing this 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 finished in its factory color Astral Silver Metallic (735), complemented by a Dark Blue interior and elegant Burl Walnut wood veneers. This full-size luxury sedan represents the flagship performance model of the W116 generation and offers a blend of comfort, engineering, and understated presence typical of Mercedes-Benz vehicles from this era. Highlights: - Factory Color Astral Silver Metallic (Astralsilber) - Dark Blue Interior - Burl Walnut Wood Veneers - 6.
Color: Silver (180)
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$8,950 · 38% below typical
Mileage not stated · Automatic · Tobacco Brown
Los Angeles, CA
SOURCE: eBay
$8,950
38% below the typical asking price for a 450SEL 6.9
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Seller: beverlyhillscarclub
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 Introducing this 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 that has just come out of long-term ownership in the sunny state of California. Finished in its factory color Manganese Brown Metallic (480), the exterior is complemented by a parchment velour interior accented with classic veneer trim. This example also comes with a small California pink slip issued in 1984, adding an interesting piece of documentation from its early years of ownership.
Color: Tobacco Brown (423)
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$1 · 100% below typical
115,526 miles · Automatic · Anthracite Grey
Sherman Oaks, CA
SOURCE: eBay
$1
100% below the typical asking price for a 450SEL
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Seller: monzacar
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: The seller's listing gives no written description beyond the listing details: a 1978 450SEL finished in Gray over Black, showing 115,526 miles, with an automatic gearbox.
Color: Anthracite Grey (172)
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$20,000 · 84% below typical
141,000 miles · Automatic · Tan
Brooklyn, NY
SOURCE: eBay
$20,000
84% below the typical asking price for a 280SE
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Seller: kennnyw
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: This exceptionally clean in/out 1977 rust free Mercedes-Benz 280 SE (W116- M110) was always garage kept and has been meticulously restored vehicle from the bottom up. It has been in the owner's possession for 25 years. This classic car in its original vibrant 'yellow/tan' color runs exceptionally smoothly, making it a reliable and enjoyable daily driver. A vintage vehicle such as this (never in an accident) is rarely found in this noticeably impressive and outstanding condition. With only 141,000 original miles on the odometer, this meticulously maintained vehicle is a testament to quality and craftsmanship of its era. There are absolutely NO leaks, etc. in/out. Sunroof works perfectly; no leaks, etc.
Color: Tan
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$19,900 · 28% above typical
73,200 miles · Automatic · Signal Red
Romulus, MI
SOURCE: eBay
$19,900
28% above the typical asking price for a 450SEL
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Seller: chadsautodeals
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: Work completed since 2021 has included replacing the shocks, tires, brake components, sway bar links, thermostat, heater hoses, and battery. Romulus, MI 48174. 29300 Goddard Rd. Auto Trades Pros Inc.
Color: Signal Red (568)
43,372 miles · Automatic · Medium Blue
Stamford, CT
SOURCE: eBay
$1,000
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Seller: wjust_588
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: This is a one lady owned car.ALL ORIGINAL NO RUST NO ACCIDENTS NO REPAINT. Near flawlessly new in every way. Super clean Super mint condition. All windows, door locks, sunroof, A/c heat, radio, antenna all work correctly.
Color: Medium Blue (305)
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$14,299 · 8% below typical
121,500 miles · Automatic · Medium Blue
Phoenix, MD
SOURCE: eBay
$14,299
8% below the typical asking price for a 450SEL
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Seller: jdee426
Transmission: Automatic
Condition: The ‘Benz is in excellent running condition and has been well maintained over the years. One noted issue is there appears to be an exhaust leak on the left side of the engine (see video). Watch Video.
Color: Medium Blue (305)
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$7,900 · 39% below typical
Mileage not stated
Morgantown, PA
SOURCE: Hemmings
$7,900
39% below the typical asking price for a 300SD
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Seller: Hemmings seller
Condition: Hemmings listing in Morgantown, PA — the harvest captured no condition description for this car; the seller's full description is on the Hemmings page.
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$23,900 · 83% above typical
Mileage not stated
Mesa, AZ
SOURCE: Hemmings
$23,900
83% above the typical asking price for a 300SD
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Seller: Hemmings seller
Condition: Hemmings listing in Mesa, AZ — the harvest captured no condition description for this car; the seller's full description is on the Hemmings page.
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$50,000 · 222% above typical
66,700 miles
St. Louis, MO
SOURCE: Dealer
$50,000
222% above the typical asking price for a 450SEL
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Seller: St. Louis Car Museum & Sales
Condition: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL For Sale | St. Louis Car Museum Home About About Us JOIN OUR TEAM Team Biographies Blog & Events Testimonials Inventory Current New Arrivals Sold Inventory Price Drops Muscle & Sports Cars For Sale Exotic & luxury Cars For Sale Ebay Auctions Services Vehicle Storage Financi
Not stated in extract
San Luis Obispo, CA
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: British Sports Cars
Condition: Listed on dealer's site under '400-Series'. Rare 450SEL 6.9, no signs of accident damage or rust ever, fully restored 2015-2019 at a cost over $35,000 incl. bare-metal respray in original gray-blue, updated with Euro bumpers and Euro headlamps.
1977 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9
Mileage not stated
Valparaiso, IN
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: TNT Classic Cars
Condition: The dealer's page for this car carried no usable written description beyond its headline details and photo gallery. Judge the car from its photos, and confirm its condition with TNT Classic Cars before travelling.
91,000 miles · Midnight Blue
Torrance, CA
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: West Coast Classics
Condition: US-version 450SEL 6.9 (W116-036), 250hp V8, repainted Midnight Blue over original black leather interior, long-term Southern California owner, stored for some years, mostly stock with Becker cassette radio, sunroof and A/C; will need cosmetic and mechanical restoration although it drives well.
Color: Midnight Blue (904)
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$27,995 · 80% above typical
50,844 miles
Southampton, NY
SOURCE: Hemmings
$27,995
80% above the typical asking price for a 450SEL
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Seller: Hemmings seller
Condition: 450SEL in brown over tan leather; one owner; 50,844 miles; extensive service history; VIN 11603312017624.
30,000 miles
St. Louis, MO
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: Hyman Ltd
Condition: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL. 6.9 Sedan | hymanltd.com | (314) 524-6000 | [email protected] Inventory Sell a Car Services About Us Bring a Trailer Partner Contact [google-translator] Current Inventory | Sold Archive Sales Archive Back to sold archive View Inventory SOLD 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL. 6.9
SOLD1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9SOLD
40,500 miles
Needham, MA
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: Copley Motorcars
Condition: 040 Black with black, long-wheelbase W116, M100 6.9L V8, specialist caretaker, fresh servicing, European headlights, price listed as 'just sold'.
SOLD
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SOLD · $74,900
24,524 miles
St. Louis, MO
SOURCE: Dealer
$74,900
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Seller: Daniel Schmitt & Co.
Condition: 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 in Saint Louis, MO | Daniel Schmitt & Co. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 For Sale 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 Sold Color:
74,445 miles
St. Louis, MO
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: Daniel Schmitt & Co.
Condition: 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 SEDAN in Saint Louis, MO | Daniel Schmitt & Co. 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 SEDAN 6.9L V8 For Sale 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450
SOLD1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SELSOLD
55,500 miles
Needham, MA
SOURCE: Dealer
Price on request
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Seller: Copley Motorcars
Condition: DB862 Stone Pine Green with green leather, extensive history file to new, 4+ decades in California, A/C, sunroof, price listed as 'just sold'.