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When the Mercedes Clase SL first rolled off the production line in 1982, it already set a new standard for luxury, performance, and style. The 1982 Mercedes Clase SL price was a premium investment, reflecting the brand’s reputation and the advanced engineering that defined this iconic coupe. Today, anyone looking to buy a new or used model will find a wide range of pricing options and fully understand how the value of the Mercedes Clase SL evolves over time. Mercedes Clase SL price considerations include the car’s original launch cost, feature options, and how the market values a vintage masterpiece of automotive design.

• Model year: 1982 – 1997 (the original first generation dubs as the 1983 Certified Edition)
• Engine: 5.0‑liter V‑8 with 6‑speed manual or automatic, delivering approximately 300 hp (merged from 4‑carburettor and fuel‑injected variants over the years)
• Transmission: 6‑speed manual (standard) or a 4‑speed automatic option in later years
• Fuel type: Premium gasoline (E10/E15 most common for newer models; older stock may use regular unleaded)
• Dimensions: Length 4,738 mm | Width 1,523 mm | Height 1,349 mm, wheelbase 2,635 mm
• Weight: Roughly 1,850 kg (depending on options like stability control or optional leather package)
• Drive layout: Rear‑wheel drive (land‑cost pricing from the 1980s to the 1990s was marginally higher for AWD models)
• Interior features: Power‑shaded windows, leather seats, dual climate control, and in later years, optional digital instrumentation cluster
• Braking system: Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes on original editions (later models moved to rear disc brakes)
• Suspension: Independent rear suspension (OR standard twin‑shock system), front MacPherson strut setup; optional low‑profile setup for show‑circuit touring

Mercedes Clase SL depreciation provides essential insights for buyers and collectors alike. In the first year after purchase, a brand‑new 1982 Mercedes Clase SL typically loses about 15‑20% of its value due to the typical price adjustment following the release of newer models. In subsequent years the depreciation trend slows:

• Year 2–3: 10‑12% annual depreciation on remaining value
• Year 4–5: 8‑10% annual depreciation as the vehicle enters the early “pre‑second‑hand” market
• Years 6–10: 5‑7% annual depreciation as the car moves into the “collectible” segment where rarity and provenance can sustain or even boost pricing
• Beyond decade 10: Appreciation factors increase, particularly for well‑maintained examples with documented service records, often sliding from the high depreciation rates of the early 2000s.

With these percentages in mind, you can evaluate the used Mercedes Clase SL price in context. Most collectors note that a pristine 1982 Mercedes Clase SL with low mileage can command prices significantly higher than the original launch price—often ranging from 5% to an incredible 120% above the documented Mercedes Clase SL 1982 price, depending on restoration quality and market demand.

Comparison context is crucial when looking at a vintage sports coupe. When the 1982 Clase SL launched, its closest competitors were the Porsche 911 (early 1980s models), Jaguar XJSR, and BMW 7‑Series derivatives. While Porsche offered a smaller displacement engine, the Mercedes offered more interior luxury and a higher torque output. Buyers today find that the error margin in the used market for the CLASE fewer than 2.5% of the $20,000 original price when you compare similar car make and model in the same country. In terms of performance, the 500 horsepower V8 of the 1995 edition

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