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| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class |
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Price: $19,997 |
Last Updated 12 hours ago
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| Year: |
2007 |
| Make: |
Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: |
SL-Class |
| Trim: |
SL 550 |
| Engine: |
V8
5.5L V8 382hp 391ft. lbs. |
| Fuel: |
Gasoline |
| Color: |
Silver |
| Miles: |
69501 |
| Stock #: |
SN3467 |
| MPG: |
13 city / 21 hwy |
| Body Style: |
Convertible |
| Condition: |
Used |
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Vehicle Description
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550 — AMG Sport Package, Active Body Control, Power Retractable Hardtop
Why This Car Is Special
The 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550 sits at an interesting place in the market right now. New, this car carried a base price well north of $95,000. The R230 generation SL — which ran from model year 2003 through 2012 — represented Mercedes-Benz at its most technically ambitious. The SL550 specifically replaced the SL500 designation starting in 2006, when Mercedes rebranded most of its lineup to reflect actual displacement. The 5.5-liter V8 under the hood produces 382 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque, routed through a 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. That combination was good for a 0-60 time in the mid-four-second range when new — competitive with a lot of cars that were considered outright sports cars at the time.
What made the R230 SL unique among roadsters was the Vario-Roof: a three-piece power retractable hardtop that folds into the trunk in about 16 seconds. The system gives you true coupe weather sealing when closed and a genuine open-air experience when down, without the compromises of a soft top. This car includes the wind deflector, which reduces cockpit turbulence significantly at highway speeds and was a commonly ordered accessory that often goes missing over the years.
This particular 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550 carries the AMG Sport Package, which is a meaningful distinction. The AMG Sport Package was not a full AMG conversion — it was a factory option that added AMG-specific exterior bodywork and sport-tuned components while retaining the standard SL550 drivetrain. The visual additions include the AMG front air dam, AMG side skirts, and AMG rear apron, which give the car a lower, more purposeful stance than a base SL550. Combined with the silver exterior, the profile reads cleanly and seriously.
The undercarriage photos show a clean, dry floor — no evidence of leaks, no rust damage, no patched body sections. For a car of this age, that kind of undercarriage condition is not the default. It is worth noting and worth seeing in person.
The Active Body Control suspension — Mercedes' hydraulic active suspension system — is one of the engineering highlights of this platform. It continuously adjusts the hydraulic pressure at each wheel to counteract body roll, dive, and squat. The result is a car that stays flat in corners while still absorbing road imperfections at a level you would expect from a luxury grand tourer. ABC suspension is a known maintenance item on these cars, and a buyer should verify its current function. The presence of this system is also part of what made the R230 SL technically superior to most of its contemporaries.
Features List
- 5.5L V8 Engine, 382 Horsepower
- 7-Speed Automatic Transmission with Sport Shift Paddle Shifters
- AMG Sport Package (AMG Front Air Dam, AMG Side Skirts, AMG Rear Apron)
- Active Body Control (ABC) Hydraulic Suspension
- Power Retractable Hardtop (Vario-Roof)
- Wind Deflector Included
- Bose Sound System
- Aftermarket Touchscreen Stereo
- Dual Exhaust
- Xenon Bi-Headlights
- Fog Lights
- Heated Side Mirrors
- Black Leather Interior
- Burl Wood Trim Throughout
- Burl Wood and Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel with Mounted Controls
- Memory Seats
- Power Seats
- Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
- Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Rollbar Protection System (deployable)
- SRS Airbags
- Disc Brakes All Around
- Power Windows, Mirrors, and Steering
- Cruise Control
- Clean Undercarriage
Mechanical
The 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550 is powered by Mercedes' M273 5.5-liter V8 — a naturally aspirated engine that produces 382 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque. This is not the AMG 55 or 63 engine, but it is the standard SL550 mill that was widely regarded as smooth, tractable, and durable when properly maintained. The engine bay in this car shows a tidy presentati |
Vehicle Options
Air Filtration - Active Charcoal,Center Console Trim - Leather,Center Console Trim - Wood,Dash Trim - Leather,Door Trim - Leather,Door Trim - Wood,Floor Mat Material - Carpet,Floor Mats - Front,Front Air Conditioning - Automatic Climate Control,Front Air Conditioning Zones - Dual,Shift Knob Trim - Leather,Steering Wheel Trim - Leather,Cargo Area Light,Center Console - Front Console With Storage,Cruise Control,Cupholders - Front,Easy Entry - Power Driver Seat,Easy Entry - Power Steering Wheel,Memorized Settings - 3 Driver,Memorized Settings - Driver Seat,Memorized Settings - Passenger Seat,Memorized Settings - Side Mirrors,Memorized Settings - Steering Wheel,Multi-Function Remote - Keyless Entry,Multi-Function Remote - Trunk Release,One-Touch Windows - 2,Power Outlet(S) - 12v Front,Power Steering - Hydraulic Variable Assist,Power Steering - Variable/Speed-Proportional,Reading Lights - Front,Rearview Mirror - Auto-Dimming,Steering Wheel - Tilt And Telescopic,Steering Wheel Mounted Controls - Audio,Steering Wheel Mounted Controls - Phone,Storage - Cargo Net,Storage - Cargo Tie-Down Anchors And Hooks,Storage - Door Pockets,Universal Remote Transmitter,Vanity Mirrors - Dual Illuminating,Front Brake Type - Ventilated Disc,Front Shock Type - Gas,Front Spring Type - Coil,Rear Brake Type - Disc,Rear Shock Type - Gas,Rear Spring Type - Coil,Abs - 4-Wheel,Active Suspension,Braking Assist,Driver Adjustable Suspension - Ride Control,Electronic Brakeforce Distribution,Front Brake Diameter - 12.3,Front Brake Width - 1.1,Front Stabilizer Bar,Front Suspension Classification - Independent,Front Suspension Type - Multi-Link,Rear Brake Diameter - 11.8,Rear Brake Width - 0.4,Rear Stabilizer Bar,Rear Suspension Classification - Independent,Rear Suspension Type - Multi-Link,Stability Control,Suspension Control - Electronic,Traction Control,Gauge - Tachometer,Navigation System - Dvd,Remote Cd - 6 Disc,Remote Cd Location - Behind Seat,Surround Sound - 5.1,Total Speakers - 8,Wireless Data Link - Bluetooth,Clock,Compass,External Temperature Display,In-Dash Cd - Single Disc,Premium Brand - Bose,Radio - Am/Fm,Satellite Communications - Teleaid,Satellite Radio - Siriusxm,Speed Sensitive Volume Control,Subwoofer - 1,Trip Odometer,Warnings And Reminders - Low Fuel Level,Daytime Running Lights,Exterior Entry Lights - Approach Lamps,Front Fog Lights,Headlight Cleaners,Headlights - Auto Delay Off,Headlights - Auto On,Headlights - Hid/Xenon,Headlights - Self-Leveling,Rear Fog Lights,Spare Tire Mount Location - Inside,Spare Tire Size - Temporary,Spare Wheel Type - Aluminum Alloy,Tire Profile - 40,Tire Speed Rating - Z,Tire Type - Performance,Tire Width - 255,Wheel Diameter - 18 Inch,Wheel Width - 9.5 Inch,Tire Pressure Monitoring System,Convertible Roof Wind Blocker,Power Windows - Remotely Operated,Window Defogger - Rear,Convertible Rear Window - Glass,Convertible Roof - Power Retractable Hard Top,Convertible Roof - Remote Operation,Front Wipers - Intermittent,Front Wipers - Rain Sensing,Heated Windshield Washer Jets,Heated Windshield Wiper Rests,Airbag Deactivation - Occupant Sensing Passenger,Anti-Theft System - Alarm,Anti-Theft System - Vehicle Immobilizer,Child Seat Anchors,Emergency Interior Trunk Release,Front Airbags - Dual,Knee Airbags - Driver,Power Door Locks,Rollover Protection System,Side Airbags - Front,Side Mirror Adjustments - Power,Side Mirror Adjustments - Reverse Gear Tilt,Side Mirrors - Driver Side Only Heated,Side Mirrors - Heated,Side Mirrors - Integrated Turn Signals,Driver Seat - Heated,Driver Seat Power Adjustments - 12,Driver Seat Power Adjustments - Height,Driver Seat Power Adjustments - Lumbar,Driver Seat Power Adjustments - Reclining,Front Headrests - 2,Front Headrests - Power Adjustable,Front Seat Type - Bucket,Passenger Seat - Heated,Passenger Seat Power Adjustments - 12,Passenger Seat Power Adjustments - Height,Passenger Seat Power Adjustments - Lumbar,Passenger Seat Power Adjustments - Reclining,Seatbelt Force Limiters |
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