This 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL550 was first sold by Mercedes-Benz of Hoffman Estates out of Illinois and registered in the same town since new. This R230 has been owned by the same owner since it was originally purchased with an odometer now showing 3,676 miles. This roadster is finished in Black (040) over Anthracite Leather (211) and powered by a 5.5-liter V8 paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission. Equipment includes the optional AMG Sport Package, a body-color retractable hardtop, Keyless-Go, multi-contour heated/ventilated seats with memory control, Bi-Xenon headlamps w/Cornering Illumination, Active Body Control suspension, CD changer, dual-zone automatic climate control, a Bose premium audio system and much more. The included Carfax report shows annual dealer services since new and 13 service records. A service in June of 2025 includes an oil change and safety inspection by the original selling dealership. This SL550 is offered by the selling party in Arlington Heights, Illinois with dealer records since new, an original tool kit, the owner's manual and books, original window sticker, original OEM car cover, a clean one owner Carfax report, and a clean Illinois title.
The car is finished in Black (040) and shows the optional $5,460 AMG Sport Package consisting of sculpted front and rear bumpers and side skirts. Additionally the grille has been updated to the facelift unit. The original grille will be included in the sale. Features include a power-retractable hardtop with an automatically deploying roll bar. Additional exterior equipment includes fender and hood vents, Bi-Xenon headlamps w/Cornering Illumination which is included in the $3,170 Premium 1 Package, fog lights, and dual exhaust outlets with polished tips. The paint shows well with little to no blemishes shown. The included clean Carfax report shows a clean history free from accidents or damage. The seller notes the front bumper and partial areas of the door sills have PPF installed.
Original 18” AMG split five spoke wheels come staggered in the AMG Sport Package and are finished in Astral Silver with matching chrome and painted center caps. Pirelli P-Zero Rosso tires are mounted and measure 255/40 up front and 285/35 in the rear. The wheels show well without curb rash. Active Body Control (ABC) hydropneumatic suspension suspends the car on all four corners and keeps nearly all body roll at bay on turns and neutralizes dive on braking or lift on acceleration using sensors yaw sensors around the car.
The cabin features heated and ventilated power-adjustable seats upholstered in Anthracite Leather (211) and joined by a matching dashboard, center console, and door panels. Burl walnut trim adorns the center console and door panels. Additional amenities include Keyless-Go, multi-contour seats with memory control, Sirius satellite radio, dual-zone automatic climate control, a Bose premium audio system, and an OEM CD changer mounted under the parcel shelf behind the driver's seat. The roadster is fitted with Lloyds velour floor mats in both the driver and passenger footwells along with the OEM velour floor mats positioned under the Lloyds mats. Interior surfaces show zero wear with satin touch points throughout the cabin.
The multifunction leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer with a 6,500-rpm redline, two inset digital display screens, and gauges for coolant temperature and fuel level. The digital odometer indicates 3,676 miles.The AMG Sport Package nets metal shifter paddles behind the 9 and 3-o-clock spokes to manually control the gear shifts for spirited driving.
The 5.5-liter M273 V8 features four valves per cylinder and was rated at 382 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque when new. The included Carfax report shows dealer service since new and 13 service records. A service in June of 2025 includes an oil change and safety inspection by the original selling dealer. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a seven-speed Speedshift automatic transmission. Top speed is electronically limited to 155-mph with a 0-60 time of 5.3 seconds.
The Carfax report indicates no accidents and shows linear mileage updates since new. This SL550 is offered by the selling party out of Arlington Heights, Illinois with records since new, an original tool kit, original window sticker showing a $106,005 sticker price in 2008, the owner's manual and books, original OEM car cover, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Illinois title.
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We enjoy seeing new-in-the-wrapper Mercedes on The MB Market They are great reference points when comparing more used examples and give collectors a chance to experience an older car and see what they were like brand new at a more affordable price point. This example sports a little over 3k miles and has remained with the same owner since new. This appears to be a true museum piece complete with regular dealer services to keep the car freshly serviced and to flush the engine oil that gets acidic, no matter the mileage put on it. Sympathetic owners are the best. The M273 engine has proven itself to be the new M113 as far as reliability, but gets four cams, harkening back to the M119. Someone will be getting a brand new R230 for about a third of the price on the window sticker. That’s about $20 a mile in depreciation! Black on black is a timeless color combination and the R230 has proven it is aging gracefully as far as design goes.
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17 Comments
$33,500 bid placed by @RecruiterHugh
$33,000 bid placed by @Phisha19
$32,500 bid placed by @SLombardi
$32,000 bid placed by @RecruiterHugh
What a joy it is to see such a remarkable automobile in this condition offered for sale! As a collector, it has been such a joy for sites like MB Market and others to come into existance to provide this incredible service - - Thank you!! I am hopeful that the reserve is not far from the current bid level so that this will find a new home/owner!$31,500 bid placed by @Theneighborhoods
$31,000 bid placed by @SLombardi
As we are coming to the end of this auction, if there are any additional questions please let me know.$30,500 bid placed by @Theneighborhoods
Picture of original grill?$24,750 bid placed by @Phisha19
$24,500 bid placed by @Theneighborhoods
$18,750 bid placed by @Phisha19
@MGSLC Inspection in June shows "check/adjust tire pressures as needed and visually inspect tires for ware and damage". There is no recommendation for replacement. I know tire age is a concern but I can say my last Mercedes had the same tires for over 30 years and are probably still on the car. If I was planning any long road trips, I would probably replace the tires. Thanks.@Theneighborhoods Original grill is included. No phone adapter. ThanksWhen car was recently serviced did dealership recommend replacing the four tires due to age despite thread looking good?Ps, do u have original grille a phone adaptor? Thx$18,500 bid placed by @Theneighborhoods
$12,750 bid placed by @RocSld2
$12,500 bid placed by @Theneighborhoods
$9,000 bid placed by @RocSld2
@sanibala1 It would be your responsibility to make those arrangements. If you want an estimated cost, I would suggest you ask Google.@peterc How much it cost@Washingtont783 You should be able to register the car in NJ before you pick it up and receive a temp plate or the actual plate. Thanks@sanibala1 I'm sure you could arrange shipment to any country at your expense.Can you provide a temporary plate for 2-15 days if I purchase . I live in Nj will drive from Illinois to New JerseyHello you send in switzerland?$8,750 bid placed by @Washingtont783
$8,500 bid placed by @Theneighborhoods
$7,250 bid placed by @Washingtont783
$7,000 bid placed by @RocSld2
$6,750 bid placed by @Washingtont783
$6,500 bid placed by @euromb
@Pierce350 None.Any issues with the operation of the top$5,000 bid placed by @Kevin1126
@JohnSW Tire size is stated below the 3rd picture. Front are 255/40/18 and rear are 285/35/18. The DOT numbers are XT 4N E222 2507. I live about 15 min from Chicago O'Hare Airport. I could pick you up. Thanks and good luck.$1,000 bid placed by @ygtysl
I apologize if it is stated elsewhere and I missed it. I assume the wheel/tire size is 255 35 18 front and 285 30 18 rear. And that the "dot" date are around 2007? If I win the bidding, I would fly there and drive back to the West Coast. Which airport would I fly to? And then what? Beautiful car, your love for it is obvious. Thank you for making it available. "