Mercedes S Class strut — 231 Type, Rear, SL550, w/o active body control suspension price snapshot
- Low
- $78
- Average
- $178
- High
- $314
Trim-specific price guide
Mercedes S Class Strut — 231 Type, Rear, SL550, w/o active body control suspension prices
Pricing for the 231 Type, Rear, SL550, w/o active body control suspension variant of the Mercedes S Class strut, aggregated from 80 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Price summary
A used Mercedes S Class strut (231 Type, Rear, SL550, w/o active body control suspension) costs $78 to $314, with a median asking price of $178. Based on 80 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 17, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$185
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$78–$31468 listings
Grade XUngraded$100–$17512 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $78–$314 | 68 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $100–$175 | 12 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$185
Ungraded$175
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $78–$314 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 231 Type, Rear, SL550, w/o active body control suspension priced differently?
This pricing covers the 231 Type, Rear, SL550, w/o active body control suspension variant of the Mercedes S Class strut, based on 80 priced listings across 2 model years (2015, 2016). Its $178 median is 49% below 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, SL550, w/o active body control suspension 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, SL550, w/o active body control suspension) FAQ
How much is a used Mercedes S Class strut (231 Type, Rear, SL550, w/o active body control suspension)?
Based on 80 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Mercedes S Class strut in the 231 Type, Rear, SL550, w/o active body control suspension variant lists between $78 and $314, with a median asking price of $178.
Which Mercedes S Class years use the 231 Type, Rear, SL550, w/o active body control suspension strut?
The 231 Type, Rear, SL550, w/o active body control suspension variant appears in model years 2015, 2016. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 231 Type, Rear, SL550, w/o active body control suspension condition grades?
Grade data is limited for this variant. Check individual year pages for the most detail.