Mercedes S Class drive shaft — 231 Type, SL550 price snapshot
- Low
- $134
- Average
- $304
- High
- $408
Trim-specific price guide
Mercedes S Class Drive Shaft — 231 Type, SL550 prices
Pricing for the 231 Type, SL550 variant of the Mercedes S Class drive shaft, aggregated from 82 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Price summary
A used Mercedes S Class drive shaft (231 Type, SL550) costs $134 to $408, with a median asking price of $344. Based on 82 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 9, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$344
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$134–$40879 listings
Grade XUngraded$245–$4003 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $134–$408 | 79 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $245–$400 | 3 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$344
Ungraded$400
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $134–$408 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 231 Type, SL550 priced differently?
This pricing covers the 231 Type, SL550 variant of the Mercedes S Class drive shaft, based on 82 priced listings across 2 model years (2015, 2016). Its $344 median is 1% above the Mercedes S Class drive shaft overall median of $342.
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, SL550 cost by year?
Other trims
Other Mercedes S Class drive shaft variants
217 Type, (Cpe), S550
2 yrs$392$200 – $671217 Type, (Cpe), S63
2 yrs$232$125 – $325217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S550, Convertible
2 yrs$950$139 – $962217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S550, Coupe
1 yr$375$230 – $489217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S560, Convertible
2 yrs$950$599 – $962217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S560, Coupe
2 yrs$375$230 – $489217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S63
4 yrs$375$125 – $489222 Type (S models, sedan), S450, 124.6" WB (VIN G, 5th digit, US and Canada markets), RWD
3 yrs$462$196 – $478222 Type (S models, sedan), S550, 124.6" WB (VIN G, 5th digit, US and Canada markets), AWD
1 yr$256$134 – $412Common questions
Mercedes S Class drive shaft (231 Type, SL550) FAQ
How much is a used Mercedes S Class drive shaft (231 Type, SL550)?
Based on 82 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Mercedes S Class drive shaft in the 231 Type, SL550 variant lists between $134 and $408, with a median asking price of $344.
Which Mercedes S Class years use the 231 Type, SL550 drive shaft?
The 231 Type, SL550 variant appears in model years 2015, 2016. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 231 Type, SL550 condition grades?
Grade data is limited for this variant. Check individual year pages for the most detail.