Mercedes S Class starter — 231 Type (SL models), SL550 price snapshot
- Low
- $40
- Average
- $127
- High
- $316
Trim-specific price guide
Mercedes S Class Starter — 231 Type (SL models), SL550 prices
Pricing for the 231 Type (SL models), SL550 variant of the Mercedes S Class starter, aggregated from 159 salvage yard listings across 4 model years.
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Saurabh Kumar
Co-Founder & CTO, Part Price Guide
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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Ambika Sharma
Co-Founder & COO, Part Price Guide
12 years of project management and technical operations experience. Reviews price guides for sample size, fitment accuracy, and data freshness.
Price summary
A used Mercedes S Class starter (231 Type (SL models), SL550) costs $40 to $316, with a median asking price of $116. Based on 159 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 17, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$116
Grade C (fair)$75
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$40–$316125 listings
Grade CVisible wear$75–$751 listings
Grade XUngraded$50–$15033 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $40–$316 | 125 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $75–$75 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $50–$150 | 33 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$116
Grade C$75
Ungraded$150
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $40–$316 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 231 Type (SL models), SL550 priced differently?
This pricing covers the 231 Type (SL models), SL550 variant of the Mercedes S Class starter, based on 159 priced listings across 4 model years (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020). Its $116 median is 7% below the Mercedes S Class starter overall median of $125.
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 (SL models), SL550 cost by year?
Other trims
Other Mercedes S Class starter variants
217 Type, (Cpe), S550
1 yr$178$80 – $380217 Type, (Cpe), S63
2 yrs$250$40 – $380217 Type, (Cpe), S65
2 yrs$140$75 – $400217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible)
1 yr$190$63 – $380217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S550, Convertible
1 yr$116$40 – $300217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S550, Coupe
1 yr$143$40 – $380217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S560, (Convertible)
3 yrs$116$40 – $316217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S63
3 yrs$143$40 – $380217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S65
3 yrs$125$75 – $400Common questions
Mercedes S Class starter (231 Type (SL models), SL550) FAQ
How much is a used Mercedes S Class starter (231 Type (SL models), SL550)?
Based on 159 priced salvage-yard listings across 4 model years, a used Mercedes S Class starter in the 231 Type (SL models), SL550 variant lists between $40 and $316, with a median asking price of $116.
Which Mercedes S Class years use the 231 Type (SL models), SL550 starter?
The 231 Type (SL models), SL550 variant appears in model years 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 231 Type (SL models), SL550 condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $116, Grade C has a median of $75. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.