Mercedes S Class throttle body — 231 Type, SL400 price snapshot
- Low
- $41
- Average
- $112
- High
- $268
Trim-specific price guide
Mercedes S Class Throttle Body — 231 Type, SL400 prices
Pricing for the 231 Type, SL400 variant of the Mercedes S Class throttle body, aggregated from 68 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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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 throttle body (231 Type, SL400) costs $41 to $268, with a median asking price of $80. Based on 68 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 16, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$100
Grade C (fair)$50
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$41–$26859 listings
Grade CVisible wear$50–$502 listings
Grade XUngraded$60–$1507 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $41–$268 | 59 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $50–$50 | 2 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $60–$150 | 7 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$100
Grade C$50
Ungraded$100
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $41–$268 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 throttle body, based on 68 priced listings across 2 model years (2015, 2016). Its $80 median is 33% below the Mercedes S Class throttle body overall median of $120.
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 throttle body variants
217 Type, (Cpe), S550
2 yrs$175$49 – $268217 Type, (Cpe), S63
2 yrs$146$40 – $268217 Type, (Cpe), S65
2 yrs$150$52 – $350217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S550
1 yr$100$40 – $268217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S560
4 yrs$75$41 – $271217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S63
3 yrs$195$40 – $425217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S65
3 yrs$150$52 – $350222 Type (S models, sedan), S400
1 yr$142$45 – $268222 Type (S models, sedan), S450
3 yrs$75$45 – $271Common questions
Mercedes S Class throttle body (231 Type, SL400) FAQ
How much is a used Mercedes S Class throttle body (231 Type, SL400)?
Based on 68 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Mercedes S Class throttle body in the 231 Type, SL400 variant lists between $41 and $268, with a median asking price of $80.
Which Mercedes S Class years use the 231 Type, SL400 throttle body?
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 $100, Grade C has a median of $50. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.