2016 Mercedes S Class drive shaft — 231 Type, SL400 price snapshot
- Low
- $200
- Average
- $338
- High
- $511
Year & trim-specific price guide
Used 2016 Mercedes S Class Drive Shaft — 231 Type, SL400 prices
Trim-specific pricing for the 231 Type, SL400 variant of the 2016 Mercedes S Class drive shaft, built from 8 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
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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 2016 Mercedes S Class drive shaft (231 Type, SL400) costs $200 to $511, with a median asking price of $349. Based on 8 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 30, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$349
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$200–$5117 listings
Grade XUngraded$261–$2611 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $200–$511 | 7 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $261–$261 | 1 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$349
Ungraded$261
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $200–$511 overall range
Trim-specific context
How does the 231 Type, SL400 compare?
This pricing covers the 231 Type, SL400 variant of the 2016 Mercedes S Class drive shaft, based on 8 priced listings. Its $349 median is 3% above the 2016 Mercedes S Class drive shaft overall median of $340.
There are 11 other drive shaft variants available for the 2016 Mercedes S Class.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Same trim, other years
231 Type, SL400 in other model years
Same year, other trims
What other 2016 Mercedes S Class drive shaft variants are available?
231 Type, SL550
33 listings$333$150 – $408217 Type, (Cpe), S550
31 listings$392$200 – $671222 Type, (Sdn), S550, LWB, RWD (VIN G8C, 5th, 6th and 7th digits)
22 listings$250$108 – $500231 Type, SL63
15 listings$284$129 – $400222 Type, (Sdn), S600 Maybach
12 listings$399$269 – $534217 Type, (Cpe), S63
11 listings$228$125 – $325222 Type, (Sdn), S63
10 listings$439$358 – $600222 Type, (Sdn), S550, LWB, AWD (VIN G8F, 5th, 6th and 7th digits)
8 listings$200$199 – $400222 Type, (Sdn), S600
6 listings$541$420 – $608222 Type, (Sdn), S550e (hybrid)
1 listings$400$400 – $400222 Type, (Sdn), S65
1 listings$550$550 – $550Back to full guide
2016 Mercedes S Class drive shaft — all trims
Common questions
2016 Mercedes S Class drive shaft (231 Type, SL400) FAQ
How much is a used 2016 Mercedes S Class drive shaft (231 Type, SL400)?
Based on 8 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Mercedes S Class drive shaft in the 231 Type, SL400 variant lists between $200 and $511, with a median asking price of $349.
Which years use the 231 Type, SL400 drive shaft?
The 231 Type, SL400 variant appears in model years 2015, 2016. Prices and availability may differ by year.