$2,153 higher median
2005 Lexus SC
$16,653Median asking price · 44 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$14,171–$24,995
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2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class prices in the U.S.
$14,389
Median pre-owned asking price
141 pre-owned listings · Updated September 24, 2026
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National price overview
Typical asking price range
$11,995 – $18,999 All 141 listings · Middle 50% of asking pricesMedian asking price
$14,389Trim, mileage and condition change what a comparable vehicle costs.
As of September 24, 2026, the median asking price for a used 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class in the U.S. is $14,389, based on 141 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
Behind the price
Price range & market sample
The median pre-owned asking price for a 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class in the U.S. is $14,389 based on 141 active listings.
141 active dealer listings
Snapshot September 24, 2026 · refreshed daily
30-day asking price change: −$1,266.
Typical: $11,995–$18,999 — the middle half of 141 asking prices
Median $14,389
$7,972 low
$56K high
Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded.
$14,389
Pre-owned median (141)
71,252
Average mileage
What moves the price
Trim
The SL500 typically asks $13,080, while the SL65 AMG asks $50,498 — same year, same market.
Observed spread: up to $37,418Mileage
Asking prices run about $44,997 at 15K–30K miles and fall to $11,080 over 105K miles — roughly $3,800 for every 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles; trim, condition and equipment also vary.
Observed spread: up to $33,917About these price differences
The $11,995–$18,999 typical range isn't randomness — two factors explain most of it:
Biggest factor in these observed spreads: Trim. These groups contain different vehicles.
Find your mileage and trim in the configurator below.
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Choose a state and trim once to update the connected price tables and charts for a 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class. Mileage adjusts the estimate only.
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Total miles the car has already driven, as shown on its odometer.
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Estimated asking price · All trims
$14,389
$11,995
–
$18,999
141 listings · Nationwide
ⓘ This is a modelled estimate based on current listings and market data. Actual prices may vary.
Estimate assumptions
at typical mileage, nationwide
Modelled from 141 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. An illustrative estimate from mixed listing groups, not matched vehicles. Not a formal appraisal.
Live 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class listings, priced by VIN
Compared with all listings
All-listings median $14,389
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
SL500
$8,499
VIN WDBSK75F95F094861
−$5,890 · vs all-listings median
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
SL500
$9,473
VIN WDBSK75F25F095897
−$4,916 · vs all-listings median
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
SL500
$8,995
VIN WDBSK75F95F086811
−$5,394 · vs all-listings median
View 9 more priced VINs
- SL500 VIN WDBSK75F35F100248 $11,900 −$2,489 vs median
- SL500 VIN WDBSK75F45F087817 $11,900 −$2,489 vs median
- SL500 VIN WDBSK75FX5F092651 $12,500 −$1,889 vs median
- SL500 VIN WDBSK75F95F093371 $12,900 −$1,489 vs median
- SL500 VIN WDBSK75F45F093701 $11,989 −$2,400 vs median
- AMG SL55 VIN WDBSK74F65F092728 $14,500 +$111 vs median
- SL500 VIN WDBSK75F05F098913 $14,900 +$511 vs median
- SL500 VIN WDBSK75F95F095301 $16,900 +$2,511 vs median
- Trim not specified VIN WDBSK76F75F101160 $45,746 +$31,357 vs median
Price differences are not deal ratings. Compare equipment, mileage and vehicle history before judging a price.
Every VIN links to a full market report: decode, active listings and the local price band.
A little comparison goes a long way
About this comparison ↓What else could you drive?
Compare 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of September 24, 2026, among alternatives (model years 2005–2007) to the 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class in this catalog, the 2005 BMW Z4 has the lowest median asking price ($9,995, 47 listings with photos) and the 2005 Cadillac XLR the highest ($18,999, 41 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot September 24, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
Your comparison starting point
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
All trims · United States
The price overview above is this page’s reference figure. The comparison below uses its own catalog sample: 129 listings with photos, catalog median $14,500 (the baseline for the “lower/higher” badges).
Middle 50%: $11,990–$19,131
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$4,499 higher median
2005 Cadillac XLR
$18,999Median asking price · 41 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$15,500–$24,887
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$4,505 lower median
2005 BMW Z4
$9,995Median asking price · 47 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$8,698–$14,800
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$505 lower median
2007 Jaguar XK
$13,995Median asking price · 52 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$9,995–$16,995
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$4,388 higher median
2005 Porsche Boxster
$18,888Median asking price · 48 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$14,985–$24,790
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No alternatives have a lower median in this selection. Broaden your filters or turn off “Lower median price only”.
Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class All trims | see price overview above | $11,990–$19,131 | 129 |
| 2005 Lexus SC All trims | $16,653 | $14,171–$24,995 | 44 |
| 2005 Cadillac XLR All trims | $18,999 | $15,500–$24,887 | 41 |
| 2005 BMW Z4 All trims | $9,995 | $8,698–$14,800 | 47 |
| 2007 Jaguar XK All trims | $13,995 | $9,995–$16,995 | 52 |
| 2005 Porsche Boxster All trims | $18,888 | $14,985–$24,790 | 48 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: September 24, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 0 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class: a fair price for your mileage
Mileage means the miles recorded on the odometer. Compare asking prices in your mileage band, then select a trim — the equipment version — to narrow the comparison where data is available.
Across the national mileage bands, the overall difference is roughly $3,800 per 10,000 miles. These are different vehicles, not depreciation of the same car.
Region · trim United States · All trims
Active listings 141
Median asking price $14,389
Mileage means the total miles on the odometer. Each point shows the median asking price for a mileage band; shaded areas show the middle 50% of prices.
Swipe the chart horizontally to see every mileage band.
Compare all trims at the same mileage
Compare like-for-like mileage
United States · all states · September 24, 2026
Read across a row to compare trims at a similar odometer reading. Each price is the median asking price for that group, not a valuation of your exact car.
Scroll sideways to compare all trims. Mileage stays visible on the left.
| Mileage (odometer) | All listings | SL500 | AMG SL55 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15K–30K miles | $44,997 | — | — |
| 30K–45K miles | $17,500 | $17,122 | $23,981 |
| 45K–60K miles | $19,448 | $17,489 | $23,995 |
| 60K–75K miles | $14,595 | $13,999 | $19,218 |
| 75K–90K miles | $12,500 | $12,500 | — |
| 90K–105K miles | $12,778 | $10,900 | — |
| Over 105K miles | $11,080 | $10,900 | — |
“—” means insufficient data: at least 3 listings per trim and mileage band, or 5 for all trims combined. Equipment, condition and location can still differ within a row.
Counts cover the selected region and trim, including listings without usable mileage. Thin mileage bands and rare or unknown trims may be omitted from the chart.
View the full national mileage price table
Fair price by mileage — all versions combined
| Mileage ⓘ | Based on ⓘ | Fair price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15K–30K miles | 7 listings | $44,997 | $28K–$50K |
| 30K–45K miles | 17 listings | $17,500 | $17K–$22K |
| 45K–60K miles | 18 listings | $19,448 | $16K–$24K |
| 60K–75K miles | 31 listings | $14,595 | $13K–$18K |
| 75K–90K miles | 26 listings | $12,500 | $11K–$14K |
| 90K–105K miles | 18 listings | $12,778 | $10K–$15K |
| Over 105K miles | 19 listings | $11,080 | $9,734–$13K |
United States — all states. These bands combine different trims, conditions and listing histories. They do not hold trim or condition constant.
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class: price by trim
United States · all states · September 24, 2026. Counts and prices below are national totals for each trim. The shared market filters update this table for your selected state and highlight your trim.
| Trim | Based on ⓘ | Median price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ | Where it sits ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL500 | 113 listings | $13,080 | $11K–$16K | |
| AMG SL55 | 16 listings | $20,845 | $19K–$24K | |
| SL65 AMG | 7 listings | $50,498 | $34K–$62K | |
| SL600 BI-T | 5 listings | $35,732 | $25K–$45K |
Based on a small number of listings per trim — medians are indicative, not definitive.
Understand the differences
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class: VIN configurations and specifications
Multiple VIN patterns can share the same trim. Compare their recorded equipment, then open a specification page for the full details.
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SL500 5L 8-cyl VIN pattern: WDBSK75F · year code 5$12,995 Median asking price · U.S. 114 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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SL55 AMG 5.5L 8-cyl · RWD VIN pattern: WDBSK74F · year code 5$20,197 Median asking price · U.S. 16 priced listings · September 20, 2026
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SL600 BI-T 5.5L 12-cyl · RWD VIN pattern: WDBSK76F · year code 588 VINs in our database Observed VINs, not production totals
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SL65 AMG 6L 12-cyl · RWD VIN pattern: WDBSK79F · year code 5$50,498 Median asking price · U.S. 6 priced listings · September 20, 2026
Where these specifications come from
Specifications combine decoded VIN data, including NHTSA vPIC , with inventory records. If decoding does not identify a trim, a recorded inventory trim may be shown. VIN patterns do not confirm every installed option.
Counts describe observed VINs in our database, not factory production totals. Prices are median asking prices from qualifying U.S. listings, not original MSRP. Check the vehicle’s build sheet for exact equipment.
FACTORY REFERENCE
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class factory brochure
Model-year reference for features and equipment. Actual VIN equipment may differ.
No verified factory brochure is currently listed for this exact model year.
Need equipment for a specific vehicle? Look up its factory window sticker →
Price history
Change state or trim for this report →
View national price history · all trims
Median asking price by month — U.S., all trims · shaded band is the typical range (25th–75th percentile)
The median listing price for a 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is $13,997 (September 2026) — down 6.7% from $14,998 in October 2025.
Monthly price table
| Month | Median price | Typical range | Vehicles listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | $13,997 | $12K–$20K | 70 |
| August 2026 | $14,000 | $12K–$19K | 103 |
| July 2026 | $14,500 | $12K–$18K | 99 |
| June 2026 | $14,700 | $12K–$18K | 76 |
| May 2026 | $14,500 | $12K–$17K | 59 |
| April 2026 | $13,992 | $11K–$17K | 58 |
| March 2026 | $14,500 | $11K–$19K | 78 |
| February 2026 | $14,296 | $11K–$21K | 68 |
| January 2026 | $13,250 | $11K–$20K | 62 |
| December 2025 | $12,995 | $9,995–$17K | 49 |
| November 2025 | $15,242 | $12K–$22K | 42 |
| October 2025 | $14,998 | $12K–$25K | 46 |
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class prices by state
See how asking prices vary across states. Looking for a 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class for sale near you? Open your state's price guide to compare its market, then follow the local listings link to browse available vehicles.
United States · all trims · snapshot September 24, 2026. Explore state markets below. Prices and counts cover all trims in each state; the full comparison table remains available below the map.
Explore 17 more state markets
Florida
Typical asking price
$14,450
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 32
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Wisconsin
Typical asking price
$11,995
- Active listings
- 4
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Colorado
Typical asking price
$15,322
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Indiana
Typical asking price
$15,225
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 7
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Oregon
Typical asking price
$16,995
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 9
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Tennessee
Typical asking price
$12,900
- Active listings
- 3
- Listed this year
- 7
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Arizona
Typical asking price
$11,080
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 9
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Michigan
Typical asking price
$24,900
- Active listings
- 2
- Listed this year
- 9
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Maryland
Typical asking price
$13,316
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 6
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
South Carolina
Typical asking price
$14,500
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Utah
Typical asking price
$17,910
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
Washington
Typical asking price
$15,999
- Active listings
- 1
- Listed this year
- 5
Not enough active listings for a state price report.
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Listed this year counts every 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class first listed in 2026 (sold and active), with currently active cars as a floor. Typical price is the median of each car's latest asking price — or the average of active listings where this-year data is thin.
EXPLORE THE YEARS
Other Mercedes-Benz SL-Class years
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2006
Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
Typical asking price
$15,535
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See how model-year prices compare
U.S. market · All trimsDifferent model years, shown on the same dollar scale. Median asking price where available; otherwise average. These are different vehicles, not a forecast of your car’s value.
- 2027 $174,269 Median
- 2026 $199,903 Median
- 2025 $149,498 Median
- 2024 $120,935 Median
- 2023 $98,760 Median
- 2022 $95,900 Median
- 2020 $66,318 Median
- 2019 $58,300 Median
- 2018 $43,000 Median
- 2017 $41,950 Median
- 2016 $32,768 Median
- 2015 $34,348 Median
- 2014 $30,684 Median
- 2013 $31,900 Median
- 2012 $26,848 Median
- 2011 $21,500 Median
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Nearby model years
2001
$14,538
2002
$25,700
2003
$13,695
2004
$14,995
2006
$15,535
2007
$15,149
2008
$15,442
2009
$19,995
More model years
1994
$12,248
1995
$13,745
1996
$12,990
1997
$14,995
1998
$11,948
1999
$16,900
2000
$17,500
2011
$21,500
2012
$26,848
2013
$31,900
2014
$30,684
2015
$34,348
2016
$32,768
2017
$41,950
2018
$43,000
2019
$58,300
2020
$66,318
2022
$95,900
2023
$98,760
2024
$120,935
2025
$149,498
2026
$199,903
2027
$174,269
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Loan term
Estimated monthly payment
$233
per month
60 months · 7.0% APR · $1,308 down
Amount financed
$11,772
Total interest
$2,208
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Frequently asked questions
Why do 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class prices range from $7,972 to $56,038?
The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $11,995 and $18,999 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
How much should mileage change the price of a 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?
Across the lowest- and highest-mileage groups, asking prices differ by roughly $3,800 per 10,000 miles. These groups contain different vehicles: this is not a same-trim adjustment or a forecast for one car. Compare the mileage and trim tables, then check condition, equipment and vehicle history.
How many 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class are for sale right now?
141 in total, nearly all pre-owned. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
Is this the trade-in value or private-party value of my 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class?
These figures describe dealer asking prices, not trade-in offers, private-party sale values or completed sale prices. Use them to compare advertised vehicles. To find out what a buyer or dealer would pay for your car, request an offer that takes its mileage, condition, equipment and history into account.
How we calculate these prices
We track 141 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to reduce the influence of extreme values. This does not verify title status or guarantee that every erroneous listing is excluded. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.
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