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£13,132

2003 Mercedes-Benz (R230) SL55 AMG

Collecting Cars • UK • 1 Nov 2026

Market Position:

Lowest 20% of Past Sales

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£13,132

2003 Mercedes-Benz (R230) SL55 AMG

UK • 1 Nov 2026

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, a R230 generation model, offers a supercharged 5.4L V8 engine and luxurious features, presented in Obsidian Black with a black/anthracite interior.
Benefiting from recent significant maintenance including brake and gearbox services, this left-hand drive roadster with approximately 81,000 miles is a compelling modern classic for enthusiasts.

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Condition 

7

The listing description does not provide specific details about the car's condition, damage, or required reconditioning. It directs the user to the photo gallery and MOT history for condition assessment, neither of which are available in the provided text. Therefore, a precise rating cannot be determined from the given information. However, based on the recent maintenance and general description of a 'potent and luxurious modern classic', a rating of 7 (Very Good) is a reasonable assumption, acknowledging potential minor wear typical for a car of this age and mileage.

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81,000 miles

WM53 NFJ

2003

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Automatic

RHD

United Kingdom

£13,132

2003 Mercedes-Benz (R230) SL55 AMG

Collecting Cars • UK • 1 Nov 2026

Market Position:

Lowest 20% of Past Sales

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Description

Key facts This R230-generation Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG is a potent and luxurious modern classic roadster that combines formidable performance with sophisticated comfort.

It is powered by a 5.4-litre supercharged V8, delivering power to the rear wheels via a five-speed automatic transmission with shift buttons on the steering wheel.

First registered in December 2003, this example has only recently been acquired by the seller.

The odometer is understood to show approximately 81,000 miles from new.

Equipment and features This R230-era SL55 AMG is finished in the stylish shade of Obsidian Black, over a Black and Anthracite leather-trimmed interior, punctuated by silver trim.

It rides on a set of 18-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy wheels fitted with Pirelli P Zero tyres.

Equipment includes bi-xenon headlights, front and rear parking sensors, cruise control, a glass sunroof, a central media system with navigation and telephone modules, dual-zone air conditioning, switchable transmission mode...

Price Analysis vs Other (R230) SL 55 AMGs

£4,945

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£19,095

Median Price (Since 2020)

£66,080

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Previous (R230) SL 55 AMG Sales

MOT Information

Valid

Expires on 2nd Feb 2027

Latest MOT mileage:

75,635 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 3rd Feb 2026, 75,635 miles

There were 6 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Strut balljoint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Passed

On 7th Jan 2025, 74,739 miles


Passed

On 2nd Oct 2023, 74,734 miles


Passed

On 8th Sept 2022, 74,121 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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