Mercedes-AMG SL65 AMG Black Series
2008–2009
Lowest price
$145,500
Since 2020
Median price
$167,750
Since 2020 · n=2
Highest price
$190,000
Since 2020
Sold cars
2
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 2 lots

Based on 2 verified auction results
$99,739
Market value · recent verified sales
MSRP
—
Collectibility
10/10
Holy Grail
3-Year Forecast
—
Not enough sales data
5-Year Forecast
—
Not enough sales data
Estimates pool 6 verified sales across United Kingdom, Australia, United States — cross-market prices FX-adjusted at Jul 2026 rates.
Market scores
41
Desirability
Illiquid
10
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The Mercedes-AMG SL65 AMG Black Series sits at a median of AUD $99,739 in the Australian market, though the thin transaction history—just two recorded sales over the past twelve months—limits confidence in trend analysis. The scarcity of sales data prevents us from establishing a reliable year-on-year price signal or directional momentum at this time.
This model occupies the uppermost tier of collectibility with a "Holy Grail" classification, underpinned by its extremely limited production run of only 350 units worldwide. The combination of low output, AMG's legendary hand-assembled engine credentials, and the Black Series' performance pedigree has solidified its standing as a standout piece within the high-end sports-car universe.
Liquidity remains severely constrained, with zero active listings currently visible in the Australian market. The two sales tracked over twelve months reflect the reality that these cars rarely change hands, and when they do, they tend to move within specialist collector networks rather than through conventional channels.
The Black Series badge carries strong desirability appeal among a niche but committed buyer base, though current Australian market activity suggests that demand, while genuine, remains modest in absolute volume terms. This disconnect between collector enthusiasm and actual transaction frequency is typical of ultra-rare vehicles at this price level.
Without sufficient recent transactions to establish reliable directional forecasts, three- and five-year price projections remain uncertain. Market observers should expect any future appreciation or depreciation to be driven primarily by global collector sentiment toward late-generation AMG roadsters and the broader availability of comparable alternatives.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg value$99,739
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked6
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared6 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)$910
- Maintenance$3,050
- Storage$4,870
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual cost$8,830
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months1
- Sell-Through50%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale Price$167,750
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price Range$145,500 – $190,000
- Total Sales Tracked2
Recent sales
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.