# Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) Market Intelligence

> Live inventory, active auctions, and real-time pricing analysis for the Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124).

### Overview
- **Make:** Mercedes-Benz
- **Model:** 500E
- **Generation:** W124
- **Production Years:** 1992–1995
- **Canonical Market URL:** https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/mercedes-benz/e-class/w124/500e
- **Data as of:** October 17, 2026 (latest listing update or sale; 2026-10-17T16:08:40.102Z)
- **Source Coverage:** Curated across Bring a Trailer, PCARMARKET, Cars & Bids, and vetted specialist dealers.

## Trailing 12-Month (TTM) Market Performance
- **Active Live Inventory:** 6 verified cars available
- **Active Live Auctions:** 1 live auction with open bidding
- **12-Month Confirmed Benchmark Sales:** 26 completed transactions
- **12-Month Median Sold Price:** $50,333
- **Current Live Asking Price Range:** $104,990 – $235,800
- **Current Live Asking Median:** $129,995

## Factory Specifications
- **Vehicle Model:** Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124)
- **Total Volume:** 10,479 units built worldwide across all model years
- **Chassis Type:** Steel monocoque with modified Porsche front bulkhead and floorpan
- **Front Suspension:** Widened strut suspension with reinforced lower wishbones and SL springs
- **Rear Suspension:** Five-link independent suspension with hydropneumatic self-leveling dampers
- **Brakes:** 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes borrowed from the R129 SL500/SL600 with ABS
- **Steering:** Recirculating ball with power assist and hydraulic steering damper
- **Wheelbase:** 110.2 inches (2,800 mm)
- **Curb Weight:** Approximately 3,770 lbs (1,710 kg)
- **Transmission:** 4-speed hydraulic automatic transmission with winter and economy modes.

## Active Live Auctions
- **1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E AMG 6.0** | Current Bid: $38,500 | Venue: Hagerty Marketplace | Location: Tamarac , Florida | [View Auction](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1993-mercedes-benz-500e-amg-6-0-83c2fb7c)

## Verified Live Inventory
- **1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E AMG 6.0** (1993) | Asking: $38,500 | 180,881 mi | automatic | Venue: Hagerty Marketplace | Location: Tamarac , Florida | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1993-mercedes-benz-500e-amg-6-0-83c2fb7c)
- **1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E** (1993) | Asking: $104,990 | 65,836 mi | Transmission N/A | Venue: Dealer inventory | Location: Rockville, MD | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1993-mercedes-benz-500e-500e-e44a7060)
- **1994 Mercedes-Benz E500** (1994) | Asking: $129,995 | 30,505 mi | automatic | Venue: Dealer inventory | Location: Glen Cove NY | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1994-mercedes-benz-e500-limited-e38f8b7f)
- **1993 Mercedes-Benz E500 6.0 AMG** (1993) | Asking: $235,800 | 1,988 mi | automatic | Venue: Dealer inventory | Location: Costa Mesa, California | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1993-mercedes-benz-e-class-e500-cdcbbfe9)
- **1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 E** (1992) | Asking: N/A | 34,000 mi | Transmission N/A | Venue: Broad Arrow Auctions | Location: Las Vegas, NV | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1992-mercedes-benz-500-e-44a09563)
- **1995 Mercedes-Benz E500 Limited** (1995) | Asking: N/A | 237,175 mi | Transmission N/A | Venue: Broad Arrow Auctions | Location: Las Vegas, NV | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1995-mercedes-benz-e500-limited-a56edabe)

## Sales Ledger Preview
Showing the 5 most recent of 26 recorded sales (last 12 months).

| Date | Vehicle / Spec | Gearbox | Mileage | Sold Price | Marketplace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | 500E | Automatic | 106,000 mi | $36,276 | Bring a Trailer |
| Oct 6, 2026 | 500E | Automatic | 55,000 mi | $57,100 | Bring a Trailer |
| Sep 19, 2026 | 500E | Automatic | 149,000 mi | $48,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Sep 10, 2026 | 500E | Automatic | 144,000 mi | $33,250 | Bring a Trailer |
| Sep 4, 2026 | 500E | Automatic | 65,000 mi | $177,777 | Bring a Trailer |

## Market Memory (Last 12 Months)
- **Benchmark Sales:** 26 completed transactions
- **Earlier Sales on Record:** 42 since 2023
- **Interquartile Range (Middle 50%):** $36,257 – $83,000
- **Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR):** +8.9% (from the median of the first 3 sales)

| Calendar Year | Completed Sales | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | $39,500 |
| 2026 | 19 | $57,100 |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the current market price of a Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124)?

Based on 26 benchmark sales recorded over the trailing 12 months on GarageScout, the median sale price for the Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) is $50,333. Current verified live asking prices range from $104,990 to $235,800 (median asking price: $129,995).

### How many Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) examples are currently for sale?

As of October 17, 2026, there are 6 verified Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) examples listed for sale across vetted specialist dealers and auctions on GarageScout, including 1 active live auction with open bidding.

### How many Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) cars sold in the last 12 months?

GarageScout recorded 26 sales of the Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) in the trailing 12 months, counting confirmed sales only. Restomods, gearbox conversions and sales priced like deposits or placeholders are left out.

### What does a Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) sell for by model year?

Median sale prices over the trailing 12 months on GarageScout, for model years with 3 or more sales: 1992 $50,333 (10 sales); 1993 $38,500 (7 sales); 1994 $77,000 (9 sales).

### Where do Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) cars sell?

Of the 26 sales GarageScout recorded in the trailing 12 months, 22 on Bring a Trailer, 3 on Gooding Christie's and 1 on Barrett-Jackson.

### How many Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) cars were made?

Production of the Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124): 10,479 units built worldwide across all model years.

### Where does GarageScout's Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) market data come from?

GarageScout's Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) figures come from the listings and sales it has recorded on Bring a Trailer, Broad Arrow Auctions, Gooding Christie's, Barrett-Jackson, Bonhams Cars, 4 other sites and dealer inventories. Repeat sales of one car matched by VIN count once, and a median sale price is stated only where 3 or more sales in the trailing 12 months back it.

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