The R230 marked a significant evolution of Mercedes’ iconic SL-Class roadster, featuring a new retractable hardtop with a panoramic glass roof. This 2009 example comes finished in Black over a Black/Anthracite interior and features the Sport Package, 19” AMG spoked wheels, the Premium Sound System, and more. This two-owner SL550 is now being offered for auction by its seller out of New Jersey showing under 70k miles on the odometer.
This SL comes finished in Black (040U). The fifth-generation R230 evoked past SL models with sleek body styling and a vented hood, while the side vents pay homage to the Mercedes SLR supercar. In 2008, the R230 received a facelift including a new single-bar grille with a larger Mercedes emblem, new squared-off headlights, a pair of long power domes running down the hood, and new front and rear bumpers. Equipped with the Sport Package, this SL also wears AMG body styling including more aggressive front and rear bumpers. Standard features include bi-xenon headlamps with active curve illumination, power mirrors with LED turn signals, and variable intermittent windshield wipers with heated washer nozzles. The electro-hydraulic retractable aluminum top features panoramic glass and a sliding sunshade. A set of 19” AMG spoked wheels are dressed in Bridgestone with 2021 date codes. The seller motes minor swirl marks, detailed images are provided in the gallery along with a clean CARFAX report.
The cabin is appointed with Black/Anthracite (801A) Nappa and Semi-Aniline leather upholstery complemented by Burred Walnut veneers found along the steering wheel, shifter, center console, and door trim. Equipment includes Multi-Contour front seats, Keyless-Go entry, Premium Sound System, automatic climate control, and automatically dimming mirrors. All gauges, electronics, and accessories are reported to be working properly.
This SL is powered by a 5.5-liter 32-valve DOHC V8 engine rated at 382 HP and 391 lb.-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a 7-speed shiftable automatic transmission. The SL550 is capable of reaching 60 MPH from a standstill in as little as 4.8 seconds with an electronically governed top speed of 157 MPH. This SL550 comes equipped with Mercedes Active Body Control, which uses electronically controlled hydraulic shocks with automatic all-wheel level control, driver-selectable ride height, and automatic speed-sensitive lowering. The seller states that a service carried out in April 2023 included an oil change and brake fluid flush. A CARFAX report showing a total of 32 service entries is provided in the gallery.
This sale will include a clean title.
Comments (24)
Bid in the amount of $21,000
@pcarmarket D give me a holler. I may be interested. Thanks!
@RevolutionLLC is there a chance to work out a deal close to reserve or is it quite far off?
Thank you for everyone who participated unfortunately it did not hit the reserve.
Was the reserve met? Congrats to new buyer if yes
And just so everyone knows it’s on the Carfax as well. The motor mounts were done which is very expensive to get done on these vehicles so I’m happy to say that it was already done.
Bid in the amount of $17,750
@carsilike yes, I added extra photos to show how good of a condition the brakes wheels and tires are
Bid in the amount of $17,000
Bid in the amount of $16,500
Brakes and tire life both acceptable? Neither need to be replaced soon?
@carsilike no signs of paint work as you’re more than welcome to bring a paint meter if you’d like to see the SL.
Bid in the amount of $15,500
Any signs of previous paintwork?
Additional content has been added to the gallery for this listing.
Some more pictures of the interior an AMG wheel option as well as interior pictures will be added
Additional content has been added to the gallery for this listing.
Great! Means a lot.
@Firewood to answer your question it will come with a 30 day warranty
Hey everyone, I’m here to answer any questions about the SL 550. Also will be posting a cold start video a Suspension video as well as convertible top, working up and down as well as a few more pictures of the owners manual window sticker and interior. Thanks for anyone who is participating look forward to seeing Future bids.
Bid in the amount of $15,250
Bid in the amount of $15,000
Beautiful 550, with 12k in great options, incl airscarf, pano glass roof, & AMG wheels. Nice! Only surprised no distronic. Not a huge deal though, and I expect you'll do well. Does the car come with any kind of inhouse 14- or 30-day powertrain guarantee? (Not talking about 3rd party extended svc contract). Anyhoo, I'll be keeping a close eye on this gem. Glwta!