Mercedes S Class starter — 231 Type, SL400 price snapshot
- Low
- $30
- Average
- $67
- High
- $150
Trim-specific price guide
Mercedes S Class Starter — 231 Type, SL400 prices
Pricing for the 231 Type, SL400 variant of the Mercedes S Class starter, aggregated from 42 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Saurabh Kumar
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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 starter (231 Type, SL400) costs $30 to $150, with a median asking price of $74. Based on 42 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 17, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$66
Grade B (good)$65
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$30–$15016 listings
Grade BStandard used$65–$651 listings
Grade XUngraded$30–$10025 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $30–$150 | 16 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $65–$65 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $30–$100 | 25 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$66
Grade B$65
Ungraded$100
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $30–$150 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 231 Type, SL400 priced differently?
This pricing covers the 231 Type, SL400 variant of the Mercedes S Class starter, based on 42 priced listings across 2 model years (2015, 2016). Its $74 median is 41% 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, SL400 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, SL400) FAQ
How much is a used Mercedes S Class starter (231 Type, SL400)?
Based on 42 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Mercedes S Class starter in the 231 Type, SL400 variant lists between $30 and $150, with a median asking price of $74.
Which Mercedes S Class years use the 231 Type, SL400 starter?
The 231 Type, SL400 variant appears in model years 2015, 2016. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 231 Type, SL400 condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $66, Grade B has a median of $65. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.