Mercedes S Class water pump — 231 Type (SL models), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump) price snapshot
- Low
- $35
- Average
- $128
- High
- $369
Trim-specific price guide
Mercedes S Class Water Pump — 231 Type (SL models), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump) prices
Pricing for the 231 Type (SL models), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump) variant of the Mercedes S Class water pump, aggregated from 150 salvage yard listings across 4 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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Ambika Sharma
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Price summary
A used Mercedes S Class water pump (231 Type (SL models), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump)) costs $35 to $369, with a median asking price of $144. Based on 150 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 14, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$148
Grade B (good)$85
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$35–$369130 listings
Grade BStandard used$65–$855 listings
Grade XUngraded$93–$9315 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $35–$369 | 130 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $65–$85 | 5 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $93–$93 | 15 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$148
Grade B$85
Ungraded$93
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $35–$369 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 231 Type (SL models), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 231 Type (SL models), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump) variant of the Mercedes S Class water pump, based on 150 priced listings across 4 model years (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020). Its $144 median is 4% below the Mercedes S Class water pump overall median of $150.
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), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Mercedes S Class water pump variants
217 Type, (Cpe), S550, engine coolant system
2 yrs$84$25 – $462217 Type, (Cpe), S550, intercooler system
2 yrs$304$129 – $337217 Type, (Cpe), S63, engine coolant system
2 yrs$158$29 – $298217 Type, (Cpe), S63, intercooler system
2 yrs$261$129 – $337217 Type, (Cpe), S65, engine coolant system
2 yrs$252$40 – $415217 Type, (Cpe), S65, intercooler system
2 yrs$304$129 – $337217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S550, engine cooling
1 yr$84$25 – $462217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S550, intercooler cooling (electric pump)
1 yr$189$45 – $336217 Type (S models, coupe and convertible), S560, engine cooling (mechanical pump)
4 yrs$202$40 – $546Common questions
Mercedes S Class water pump (231 Type (SL models), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump)) FAQ
How much is a used Mercedes S Class water pump (231 Type (SL models), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump))?
Based on 150 priced salvage-yard listings across 4 model years, a used Mercedes S Class water pump in the 231 Type (SL models), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump) variant lists between $35 and $369, with a median asking price of $144.
Which Mercedes S Class years use the 231 Type (SL models), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump) water pump?
The 231 Type (SL models), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump) 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), SL450, engine cooling (mechanical pump) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $148, Grade B has a median of $85. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.