As of September 2026, CarSearch.Pro's True Value model estimates a typical Mercedes-Benz CL-Class is actually worth $5,200 (fair range $4,500 to $5,800). Unlike the median asking price shown above, True Value is anchored to 0 recent confirmed sales, normalized for mileage, and blends auction hammer prices (grossed up for buyer's premium) with real-world asking behavior.
Sellers are currently asking a median of $15,000 — about 188% above what these cars have actually been selling for. That gap favors patient buyers: negotiate from the sold data, not the ask.
Still gathering enough sold history to call this market.
As of September 2026, the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class market has 486 active listings across 14 marketplaces tracked by CarSearch.Pro. The median asking price is $14,995, with the middle 50% of listings priced between $9,988 and $19,999. Mercedes-Benz CL-Class prices have increased 10.6% over the past quarter, from a median sale price of $18,990 to $20,999.
The typical Mercedes-Benz CL-Class on the market has 86,000 miles. Listings spend an average of 154 days on market before selling or being removed.
Current Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Pricing
A fair price for a Mercedes-Benz CL-Class in September 2026 is between $9,988 and $19,999 (25th to 75th percentile). Prices range from $6,200 to $29,995 across 486 active listings.
Price Distribution (486 Active Listings)
Percentile
Price
Meaning
10th
$6,200
Budget / project cars
25th
$9,988
Below average price
Median (50th)
$14,995
Typical market price
75th
$19,999
Above average / premium
90th
$29,995
Top tier / low miles / rare spec
The average asking price is $17,144, which is higher than the median, indicating that high-priced outliers (rare specifications, very low mileage, or concours-quality examples) pull the average up.
Price by Mileage
Mileage Range
Listings
Median Price
10,000 - 25,000 mi
13
$34,997
25,000 - 50,000 mi
38
$26,500
50,000 - 100,000 mi
261
$16,995
100,000 - 150,000 mi
133
$11,000
Over 150,000 mi
37
$6,995
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Price Trends
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class prices have increased 10.6% over the past quarter. In 2026-Q3, the median sale price was $20,999 across 1 sales, up from $18,990 in 2026-Q2.
On a year-over-year basis, Mercedes-Benz CL-Class prices are down 55.6% ($20,999 vs. $47,300 a year ago).
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Quarterly Sale Prices (Historical)
Quarter
Sales
Median Price
Average Price
2016-Q1
1
$88,000
$88,000
2017-Q4
1
$92,784
$92,784
2020-Q1
1
$84,000
$84,000
2020-Q3
1
$47,300
$47,300
2023-Q1
1
$100,800
$100,800
2025-Q1
1
$50,400
$50,400
2026-Q2
2
$18,990
$15,945
2026-Q3
1
$20,999
$20,999
Best Value Mercedes-Benz CL-Class by Model Year
The 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class offers the best value with a median price of $6,500 across 7 listings. The most expensive model year is 1999 at a median of $19,999.
Median Price by Model Year
Year
Listings
Median Price
Min
Max
1998
1
$3,100
$3,100
$3,100
1999
7
$19,999
$6,950
$72,500
2000
7
$6,500
$4,988
$12,898
2001
26
$11,000
$2,700
$24,995
2002
41
$8,500
$2,500
$29,995
2003
28
$11,585
$2,999
$34,990
2004
28
$10,999
$3,000
$29,995
2005
19
$13,900
$5,000
$69,995
2006
17
$13,998
$2,900
$59,995
2007
47
$14,995
$5,000
$44,995
2008
110
$15,900
$5,800
$44,990
2009
27
$14,429
$5,000
$26,800
2010
42
$17,500
$2,500
$34,995
2011
20
$17,875
$8,500
$39,995
2012
29
$16,900
$3,000
$124,497
2013
28
$19,995
$4,700
$42,995
2014
9
$19,450
$15,000
$47,999
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Price Forecast
Horizon
Direction
Probability
Regime
Past Accuracy
6 months
→ FLAT
50%
stable
insufficient history
12 months
→ FLAT
50%
stable
insufficient history
24 months
→ FLAT
50%
stable
insufficient history
These are probabilistic direction calls, not price targets. The "Past Accuracy" column is this model's real walk-forward record on the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class — every month we re-run the forecast as if we only knew what was knowable then, and grade it against what actually happened. We publish the hit rate either way. Full methodology & track record →
Where to Buy a Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
The highest concentration of Mercedes-Benz CL-Class listings is in CA with 107 active listings, followed by TX (39), FL (32), IL (24), GA (24).
Regional pricing varies significantly. The lowest median price is in GA at $10,900, while NY has the highest at $19,900. Buyers willing to travel or arrange transport may find savings of $9,000.
Top States by Inventory
State
Listings
Median Price
CA
107
$12,995
TX
39
$12,890
FL
32
$13,900
IL
24
$17,980
GA
24
$10,900
AZ
21
$11,995
NJ
19
$15,000
MA
19
$14,500
NY
18
$19,900
PA
13
$17,000
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Market Velocity
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class listings spend an average of 154 days on market. This is a slow-moving market. Listings tend to sit for extended periods, giving buyers significant negotiating power. Sellers should be realistic on pricing and patient.
The median time on market is 93 days. The lower median suggests most cars sell relatively quickly, while a smaller number of overpriced listings drag up the average.
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Buyer's Guide Summary
Fair price range: $9,988 to $19,999. The median is $14,995. Anything below $9,988 is a strong value; above $19,999 should be premium condition, low miles, or a desirable specification.
Trending up: Mercedes-Benz CL-Class prices have risen 10.6% recently. Buying sooner may save money if the trend continues.
Best value year: The 2000 model year has the lowest median price at $6,500, making it the most accessible entry point into Mercedes-Benz CL-Class ownership.
Negotiate: With an average of 154 days on market, sellers are often willing to negotiate. Listings over 60 days old are especially open to offers.