California
Typical asking price
$24,771
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 5
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1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 prices in the U.S.
$15,900
Median asking price
15 active listings · Updated October 15, 2026
National price overview
Typical asking price range
$13,202 – $23,817 All 15 listings · Middle 50% of asking pricesMedian asking price
$15,900Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.
As of October 15, 2026, the median asking price for a 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 in the U.S. is $15,900, based on 15 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
Behind the price
Price range & market sample
The median asking price for a 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 in the U.S. is $15,900 based on 15 active listings.
15 active dealer listings
Snapshot October 15, 2026 · refreshed daily
30-day asking price change: +$2,618.
Typical: $13,202–$23,817 — the middle half of 15 asking prices
Median $15,900
$6,139 low
$34K high
Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.
$15,900
Pre-owned median (15)
69,777
Average mileage
Live 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 listings, priced by VIN
Compared with all listings
All-listings median $15,900
1981 Mercedes-Benz 380
Trim not specified
$12,000
VIN WDBBA45A6BB008253
−$3,900 · vs all-listings median
1981 Mercedes-Benz 380
Trim not specified
$14,945
VIN WDBBA45A6BB006843
−$955 · vs all-listings median
Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.
Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.
Understand the differences
1981 Mercedes-Benz 380: VIN configurations and specifications
Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.
Where these specifications come from
Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.
Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.
FACTORY REFERENCE
1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 factory brochure
Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.
No verified factory brochure is currently listed for this exact model year.
Need equipment for a specific vehicle? Look up its factory window sticker →
Price trend
View national price trend · all trims
Average price is up $646 since July 17.
Average asking price (USD) · national · all trims. Hover, tap or focus a point for its date and price.
Chart scale: $13,053–$19,912. On narrow screens, scroll the chart sideways to see the full period.
Daily average price table
| Date | Average asking price (USD) |
|---|---|
| October 15, 2026 | $19,094 |
| October 14, 2026 | $19,007 |
| October 13, 2026 | $19,226 |
| October 12, 2026 | $19,088 |
| October 11, 2026 | $19,248 |
| October 10, 2026 | $17,787 |
| October 9, 2026 | $17,887 |
| October 8, 2026 | $17,887 |
| October 7, 2026 | $17,855 |
| October 6, 2026 | $17,887 |
| October 5, 2026 | $17,887 |
| October 4, 2026 | $17,887 |
| October 3, 2026 | $17,109 |
| October 2, 2026 | $17,109 |
| October 1, 2026 | $17,109 |
| September 30, 2026 | $17,080 |
| September 29, 2026 | $17,109 |
| September 28, 2026 | $16,923 |
| September 27, 2026 | $16,923 |
| September 26, 2026 | $16,325 |
| September 25, 2026 | $16,325 |
| September 24, 2026 | $16,442 |
| September 23, 2026 | $16,442 |
| September 22, 2026 | $16,442 |
| September 21, 2026 | $16,442 |
| September 20, 2026 | $16,442 |
| September 19, 2026 | $16,442 |
| September 18, 2026 | $16,476 |
| September 17, 2026 | $16,476 |
| September 16, 2026 | $16,476 |
| September 15, 2026 | $16,476 |
| September 14, 2026 | $16,476 |
| September 13, 2026 | $16,476 |
| September 12, 2026 | $16,476 |
| September 11, 2026 | $16,476 |
| September 10, 2026 | $16,548 |
| September 9, 2026 | $16,548 |
| September 8, 2026 | $16,548 |
| September 7, 2026 | $16,548 |
| September 6, 2026 | $16,548 |
| September 5, 2026 | $16,548 |
| September 4, 2026 | $16,548 |
| September 3, 2026 | $16,548 |
| September 2, 2026 | $16,476 |
| September 1, 2026 | $16,476 |
| August 31, 2026 | $16,476 |
| August 30, 2026 | $17,973 |
| August 29, 2026 | $17,973 |
| August 28, 2026 | $18,023 |
| August 27, 2026 | $18,023 |
| August 26, 2026 | $18,023 |
| August 25, 2026 | $17,552 |
| August 24, 2026 | $17,552 |
| August 23, 2026 | $17,552 |
| August 22, 2026 | $17,552 |
| August 21, 2026 | $17,552 |
| August 20, 2026 | $17,637 |
| August 19, 2026 | $17,668 |
| August 18, 2026 | $17,668 |
| August 17, 2026 | $17,668 |
| August 16, 2026 | $13,717 |
| August 15, 2026 | $16,429 |
| August 14, 2026 | $16,429 |
| August 13, 2026 | $16,429 |
| August 12, 2026 | $17,263 |
| August 11, 2026 | $17,263 |
| August 10, 2026 | $17,263 |
| August 9, 2026 | $17,263 |
| August 8, 2026 | $17,263 |
| August 7, 2026 | $17,263 |
| August 6, 2026 | $17,334 |
| August 5, 2026 | $17,334 |
| August 4, 2026 | $18,200 |
| August 3, 2026 | $18,200 |
| August 2, 2026 | $18,200 |
| August 1, 2026 | $17,268 |
| July 31, 2026 | $17,268 |
| July 30, 2026 | $17,433 |
| July 29, 2026 | $17,433 |
| July 28, 2026 | $18,448 |
| July 27, 2026 | $18,448 |
| July 26, 2026 | $18,448 |
| July 25, 2026 | $18,448 |
| July 24, 2026 | $14,132 |
| July 23, 2026 | $14,132 |
| July 22, 2026 | $14,132 |
| July 21, 2026 | $14,132 |
| July 20, 2026 | $18,448 |
| July 19, 2026 | $18,448 |
| July 18, 2026 | $18,448 |
| July 17, 2026 | $18,448 |
1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 prices by state
See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.
United States · all trims · snapshot October 15, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.
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| State | Typical price | Listed this year | Active now |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $24,771 | 5 | 2 Shop 1980–1982 nearby → |
Listed this year counts every 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 first listed in 2026 (sold and active), with currently active cars as a floor. Typical price is the median of each car's latest asking price — or the average of active listings where this-year data is thin.
What would a 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 cost per month?
Estimate the monthly payment on a $15,900 vehicle. Move the numbers to match your own loan.
10% down
7.0% is an illustrative starting rate — use your own lender quote.
Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$283
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $1,590 down
Amount financed
$14,310
Total interest
$2,670
Estimate only. Excludes tax, title, registration and dealer fees, and assumes a fixed-rate loan with equal monthly payments. Your actual rate depends on your credit and lender.
Before you buy
A few important steps can help you buy with confidence.
- Check title and accident history
- Arrange an independent inspection
- Review factory equipment
- Check recalls by VIN
Frequently asked questions
Why do 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 prices range from $6,139 to $34,156?
The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $13,202 and $23,817 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
Is $19,094 a good price for a 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380?
$19,094 is the market average as of October 15, 2026. The $15,900 median is a comparison point, not a deal rating. Compare the same trim and mileage band, and check condition, equipment and vehicle history.
How many 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 are for sale right now?
15 in total, nearly all pre-owned. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380?
These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.
How we calculate these prices
We track 15 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.
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