Mercedes-Benz 500
Every Mercedes-Benz 500 generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 1984–1993 1 generation · 15 published trims
- Power Evolution
- 227 hp Base lead-trim output across eras
- Catalogue Rarity
- 1 Graded 1 Rare/Common
All 1 Mercedes-Benz 500 Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.

Mercedes only built the 500 SEL/SEC for America in 1984 to fight back against grey-market importers, who were smuggling in European S-Classes by the thousands.
Collectors Who Spotted the Mercedes-Benz 500
No member has published a public street spot of the Mercedes-Benz 500 yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Mercedes-Benz 500 Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 (1984–1993) | 1984–1993 | Uncommon | 5.6L I8 | 227 hp · 287 lb-ft | — | — | 15 trims → | Unclaimed |
See a Mercedes-Benz 500 on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.