Mercedes S Class strut — 231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH price snapshot
- Low
- $295
- Average
- $451
- High
- $698
Trim-specific price guide
Mercedes S Class Strut — 231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH prices
Pricing for the 231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH variant of the Mercedes S Class strut, aggregated from 30 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Price summary
A used Mercedes S Class strut (231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH) costs $295 to $698, with a median asking price of $444. Based on 30 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 17, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$450
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$295–$69828 listings
Grade XUngraded$300–$3002 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $295–$698 | 28 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $300–$300 | 2 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$450
Ungraded$300
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $295–$698 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH priced differently?
This pricing covers the 231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH variant of the Mercedes S Class strut, based on 30 priced listings across 2 model years (2015, 2016). Its $444 median is 27% above the Mercedes S Class strut overall median of $350.
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, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH cost by year?
Other trims
Other Mercedes S Class strut variants
217 Type, Front, (Cpe), S550, LH
2 yrs$599$250 – $848217 Type, Front, (Cpe), S550, RH
2 yrs$673$250 – $848217 Type, Rear, (Cpe), S550, LH
2 yrs$350$195 – $731217 Type, Rear, (Cpe), S550, RH
2 yrs$334$195 – $608217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), Convertible, S550, front, LH
1 yr$1,244$608 – $1,500217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), Convertible, S550, front, RH
1 yr$1,000$608 – $1,183217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), Convertible, S550, rear, LH
1 yr$1,000$374 – $1,068217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), Convertible, S550, rear, RH
1 yr$870$395 – $1,068217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), Convertible, S560, front, LH
3 yrs$345$195 – $499Common questions
Mercedes S Class strut (231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH) FAQ
How much is a used Mercedes S Class strut (231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH)?
Based on 30 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Mercedes S Class strut in the 231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH variant lists between $295 and $698, with a median asking price of $444.
Which Mercedes S Class years use the 231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH strut?
The 231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH variant appears in model years 2015, 2016. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 231 Type, Rear, SL400, active body control suspension, LH condition grades?
Grade data is limited for this variant. Check individual year pages for the most detail.