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Mercedes-AMG SL65 AMG Black Series

2008–2009

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  • 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

Mercedes-AMG SL65 AMG Black Series

Based on 2 verified auction results

No signal yet

$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%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)$910
  • Maintenance$3,050
  • Storage$4,870
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost$8,830
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

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

  • $145,500

    Collecting Cars · 19 Jan 2026

  • $190,000

    Collecting Cars · 7 Feb 2025

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.