MERCEDES-BENZ S CLASS (1999-06) S280 4DR SALOON 2.8 AUTO
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The MERCEDES-BENZ S CLASS (1999-06) S280 4DR SALOON 2.8 AUTO is a full-size luxury saloon, offering a spacious, comfortable alternative to mainstream family cars. In the UK used market, it sits among executive flagships rather than practical hatchbacks or compact commuters, and is best suited to buyers seeking refinement and generous passenger space.
mycarcheck.com recorded 131 look-ups covering 70 distinct VINs, a useful sample of interest in this older S-Class. Its average private-sale valuation was £1,200, while the average recorded mileage was 104,000 miles and average annual use 7,000 miles. Checks showed about 3.7 previous keepers on average; individual cars can differ, so check each vehicle's history.
Best for long journeys, it offers a quiet cabin and smooth ride. Compared with BMW 7 Series and Audi A8 rivals, the S-Class is prized for comfort. Repairs and fuel costs can rise with age, so inspect and check its history before buying.
Considering an S-Class? Outstanding finance, write-offs, hidden damage, mileage discrepancies or theft could turn a prestige buy into an expensive mistake. Enter the reg now and check before you commit.
Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 70 different vehicles, run between February 20th 2021 and October 31st 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
131
Lookups
Lookups
8
Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
110k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£1,200
Average Valuation
Average Valuation
