Mercedes S Class alternator — 231 Type, SL63 price snapshot
- Low
- $36
- Average
- $167
- High
- $395
Trim-specific price guide
Mercedes S Class Alternator — 231 Type, SL63 prices
Pricing for the 231 Type, SL63 variant of the Mercedes S Class alternator, aggregated from 53 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Built the pricing pipeline that collects and normalizes used OEM part listings from salvage yards and online marketplaces across the US.
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Price summary
A used Mercedes S Class alternator (231 Type, SL63) costs $36 to $395, with a median asking price of $195. Based on 53 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 13, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$200
Grade B (good)$266
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$50–$39530 listings
Grade BStandard used$145–$2848 listings
Grade XUngraded$36–$25015 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $50–$395 | 30 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $145–$284 | 8 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $36–$250 | 15 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$200
Grade B$266
Ungraded$39
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $36–$395 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 231 Type, SL63 priced differently?
This pricing covers the 231 Type, SL63 variant of the Mercedes S Class alternator, based on 53 priced listings across 2 model years (2015, 2016). Its $195 median is 3% below the Mercedes S Class alternator overall median of $202.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Price by model year
What does a 231 Type, SL63 cost by year?
Other trims
Other Mercedes S Class alternator variants
217 Type, (Cpe), S550
2 yrs$175$73 – $450217 Type, (Cpe), S63
2 yrs$649$300 – $788217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S550
1 yr$135$100 – $450217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S560
4 yrs$166$73 – $350217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S63
5 yrs$575$300 – $788222 Type (S models, sedan), S550
1 yr$135$100 – $450222 Type (S models, sedan), S550 Maybach
1 yr$135$100 – $450222 Type (S models, sedan), S560
3 yrs$182$85 – $299222 Type (S models, sedan), S560 Maybach
3 yrs$182$85 – $299Common questions
Mercedes S Class alternator (231 Type, SL63) FAQ
How much is a used Mercedes S Class alternator (231 Type, SL63)?
Based on 53 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Mercedes S Class alternator in the 231 Type, SL63 variant lists between $36 and $395, with a median asking price of $195.
Which Mercedes S Class years use the 231 Type, SL63 alternator?
The 231 Type, SL63 variant appears in model years 2015, 2016. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 231 Type, SL63 condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $200, Grade B has a median of $266. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.