Mercedes‑Benz has been building cars since 1926, with roots going back to Karl Benz’s 1886 patent motorcar. Over the decades, the three‑pointed star has come to stand for engineering quality, comfort and status. That heritage makes many models ideal collateral if you want to pawn your Mercedes or take out a loan against it at a luxury pawn shop.
Because Mercedes has strong global recognition, broad buyer pools and clear auction histories, well‑chosen cars can support substantial pawn loans without you needing to sell them. Below are ten Mercedes models that work particularly well for luxury pawnbrokers, classic car loans and specialist collateral lending.
Mercedes‑Benz G‑Class
The Mercedes‑Benz G‑Class began life in the 1970s as a rugged military off‑roader and was launched for civilians in 1979. Hand‑built in Graz, its boxy silhouette and ladder‑frame chassis gave it serious off‑road ability, but later G 500 and AMG G 63 versions added powerful petrol engines, luxury cabins and advanced tech, turning the “G‑Wagen” into a rolling status symbol.
The basic shape has barely changed for over four decades, yet underneath sit modern safety, comfort and performance features, including a thunderous twin‑turbo V8 in the AMG G 63. In the current UK market, late‑model G 500s and nearly new AMG G 63s typically sit in the six‑figure range, depending on mileage and specification, giving you plenty of scope if you pawn your Mercedes‑Benz G‑Class for a high‑value loan at a luxury pawn shop.
Mercedes‑AMG GT
Launched in 2014, the Mercedes‑AMG GT was developed entirely in‑house by AMG and positioned as a front‑engined, rear‑drive rival to the Porsche 911. It appeared first as a fixed‑roof coupé in GT and GT S forms, later joined by hotter GT R and Black Series variants and an open‑top roadster, all powered by AMG’s hand‑built 4.0‑litre twin‑turbo V8.
The combination of long‑bonnet GT proportions, serious performance and close visual links to AMG GT3 and GT4 race cars makes the AMG GT a strong choice if you want a performance‑car loan against your Mercedes. In the UK used market, AMG GT coupés and roadsters typically range from the mid‑five‑figure level for earlier cars up to the low‑six‑figure bracket for low‑mileage, high‑spec or limited variants, supporting substantial pawnshop lending when you use the car as collateral.
Mercedes S‑Class (W222 and W223)
The W222 and W223 generations of the Mercedes S‑Class sit at the top of the brand’s saloon range as its technological flagships. The W222, built from 2013 to 2020, introduced features such as Magic Body Control, advanced driver‑assistance systems and ultra‑luxurious Mercedes‑Maybach variants. The W223, launched in 2020, added more electrification, larger screens and even more refined safety and comfort tech while retaining the S‑Class reputation as the default chauffeur car for politicians and CEOs.
In the UK, well‑optioned W222 S 500, S 560 and AMG‑line cars typically sit in the mid‑five‑figure range, while W223 S 350 d and S 500 models often list in the higher five‑ to low six‑figure bracket, with Maybach versions stretching comfortably into six figures. Pawning your Mercedes S‑Class at a luxury pawn shop lets you arrange a sizable loan based on these values, with the saloon serving as collateral while you access short‑term capital.
Mercedes‑AMG C63
The Mercedes‑AMG C63 takes the sensible C‑Class shell and fits it with a big AMG engine, creating one of the definitive modern muscle saloons and estates. Earlier W204 and W205 generations used naturally aspirated and later twin‑turbo V8S, both hand‑built under AMG’s “one man, one engine” philosophy, giving the C63 huge performance, everyday usability and a much‑loved V8 soundtrack.
In the UK secondary market, C63S span a wide range: older, higher‑mileage W204S can start in the high‑teens, while most good W204/W205 cars typically sit in the mid‑five‑figure band, and the best low‑mileage or special editions can push higher. For owners, this means pawning your Mercedes‑AMG C63 at a specialist pawnbroker can unlock a meaningful performance‑car loan, with the car held as collateral while you retain the option to redeem it.
Mercedes‑AMG E63
The Mercedes‑AMG E63 is the hot‑rod version of the E‑Class and has evolved into one of the definitive super saloons and estates. From the W211 onwards, it has combined big AMG V8 power with executive‑car comfort, moving from a naturally aspirated 6.2‑litre engine in early W211/W212 cars to twin‑turbo 5.5‑litre and later 4.0‑litre units in the W212 and W213, with final E63 S models producing over 600 bhp and using 4MATIC all‑wheel drive.
In the UK used market, E63S typically run from roughly the high‑teens to mid‑five‑figure levels for older W211/W212 cars, up to the higher five‑figure bracket for late W213 E63 S models, with the very best low‑mileage estates and special editions nudging higher. Pawning your Mercedes‑AMG E63 with a luxury pawn shop lets you convert that value into a secured loan while your car is insured and stored professionally.
Mercedes‑Benz 300 SL Gullwing / Roadster
The Mercedes‑Benz 300 SL is widely regarded as one of the original supercars. Launched in 1954 as a road‑going evolution of the successful W194 racing machine, it appeared as the famous Gullwing coupé with a lightweight tubular spaceframe chassis and upward‑opening doors, later joined by a 300 SL Roadster with improved suspension and greater comfort. Both versions used a 3.0‑litre straight‑six with mechanical direct fuel injection, a pioneering technology that helped make the 300 SL the fastest production car of its time.
Today, thanks to racing pedigree, engineering innovation and timeless design, good 300 SLs trade firmly in the seven‑figure bracket, with well‑presented Roadsters and matching‑numbers Gullwings often commanding low‑ to mid‑million‑pound prices at major auctions. If you pawn your Mercedes‑Benz 300 SL with a top‑tier luxury pawnbroker, you can unlock very substantial classic car loans while the car is held as extremely valuable collateral.
Mercedes‑Benz 280 SL “Pagoda”
The Mercedes‑Benz 280 SL “Pagoda” (W113) was built from 1967 to 1971 as the final and most powerful evolution of the W113 SL line. Designed by Paul Bracq and Béla Barényi, the W113 earned its “Pagoda” nickname from the distinctive, slightly concave removable hardtop. The 280 SL introduced the 2.8‑litre M130 inline‑six with mechanical fuel injection, giving it more performance and flexibility while retaining a refined grand‑touring character rather than being a hardcore sports car.
Today, the 280 SL is the most sought-after Pagoda variant, with values commonly ranging from the mid‑five‑figure bracket for usable cars through to six figures for fully restored or highly original examples. This liquid classic‑car market means you can raise solid collateral by pawning your Mercedes‑Benz 280 SL Pagoda at a specialist pawn shop, securing a classic car loan based on its condition and provenance.
Mercedes‑Benz 600 “Grosser”
The Mercedes‑Benz 600 (W100), known as the “Grosser Mercedes”, was the company’s ultra‑luxury flagship from 1963 to 1981. Offered as a shorter‑wheelbase limousine and an even more imposing Pullman, it was powered by a 6.3‑litre V8 and packed with hydraulically operated comfort features aimed at heads of state, royalty and celebrities. Pullman variants, with extended wheelbases and partitioned cabins, effectively served as rolling state rooms and became infamous as the car of choice for everyone from pop stars to dictators.
In today’s classic car market, average‑condition Mercedes‑Benz 600s are typically priced in the mid‑five‑figure to low‑six‑figure range, while the best low‑mileage or historically significant Pullman examples have achieved high‑six‑figure prices. This combination of rarity, engineering complexity and cultural notoriety makes the 600 highly pawnable, allowing owners to secure large loans when they pawn their Mercedes 600 with a knowledgeable luxury pawnbroker.
Mercedes C 36 AMG / C 43 AMG
The Mercedes C 36 AMG and C 43 AMG are the original high‑performance C‑Class models and mark AMG’s transition from tuner to fully integrated performance division. The C 36 AMG, launched in the mid‑1990s, used a 3.6‑litre inline‑six and was the first C‑Class developed in close cooperation with AMG, even serving as an F1 safety car. In 1997, it was replaced by the C 43 AMG, which used a 4.3‑litre V8 and became the first AMG model fully assembled on the regular Mercedes production line.
That pioneering status, relatively low production numbers and the appeal of naturally aspirated six‑ and eight‑cylinder engines mean pawning your Mercedes C 36 or C 43 is generally straightforward with a specialist pawn shop. In the current market, good examples typically run from the mid‑five‑figure range upwards, supporting decent‑sized pawn loans for owners wishing to unlock capital from these early AMG saloons.
Mercedes SLS AMG
The Mercedes SLS AMG was produced from 2010 to 2015 as a front‑engined supercar and was the first model developed entirely by AMG. Conceived as a modern homage to the 1950s 300 SL Gullwing, it was offered as a coupé with dramatic upward‑hinged doors and later as a roadster, using an aluminium spaceframe chassis and AMG’s 6.2‑litre naturally aspirated V8 in standard form, the V8 produced around 563 hp, rising significantly in the hardcore Black Series.
In the high‑end market, typical asking prices for SLS coupés and roadsters sit in the mid‑ to high‑six‑figure bracket, with low‑mileage or rare variants trading higher again. This makes the SLS AMG one of the best modern Mercedes models to pawn if you are looking for a large, asset‑backed loan against your Mercedes while retaining ownership of a future classic.
Mercedes‑Benz W140 S‑Class (V12)
The Mercedes‑Benz W140 S‑Class, built from 1991 to 1998, is often seen as the last of the no‑expense‑spared Mercedes flagships. The V12 models, badged 600 SE/SEL and later S 600, introduced Mercedes’ first production passenger‑car V12, a 6.0‑litre engine producing around 400 bhp and offering exceptional refinement. These cars featured double‑glazed windows, soft‑close doors and sophisticated safety systems, and were frequently chosen by politicians, business leaders and celebrities.
On today’s UK secondary market, V12 W140S occupy a wide price band: usable but higher‑mileage S 600 saloons tend to start in the mid‑teens to around the low‑five‑figure range, while very clean, low‑mileage or well‑documented examples can push significantly higher at specialists or auctions. For owners, pawning a Mercedes‑Benz W140 S 600 with a classic‑aware pawn shop can unlock a useful loan while preserving a historically significant luxury saloon as collateral.
Choosing a Luxury Pawnbroker for Your Mercedes
Whether you own a modern AMG GT, a rugged G‑Class, a classic Pagoda or a seven‑figure 300 SL, using your Mercedes as collateral can be an effective way to access capital without selling a prized car. The key is to work with an experienced luxury pawnbroker or specialist collateral lender like New Bond Street Pawnbrokers, who understands the Mercedes market from everyday AMGs to rare classics.
A reputable lender will offer transparent valuations, secure insured storage and tailored loan terms that rely on the strength of your Mercedes as collateral rather than your credit score. With the right partner, pawning your Mercedes or arranging a loan against it can become a flexible, discreet part of your financial strategy while keeping your car safely in your collection.
