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Mercedes-AMG SL65 AMG Black Series

2008–2009

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  • Lowest price

    £45,250

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    £49,125

    Since 2020 · n=2

  • Highest price

    £53,000

    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

£49,125

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 £49,125 in the UK market, though with only two tracked sales over the past 12 months, year-on-year directional data remains sparse. This extreme scarcity of transaction volume limits visibility into momentum, but the pricing level reflects the rarity commanding respect among serious collectors.

Production was capped at just 350 units globally, making the Black Series one of the most restricted modern Mercedes-AMG variants. The model carries a Holy Grail collectibility rating, a classification reserved for cars with exceptional technical credentials and very tight supply. This combination of production constraint and engineering prestige underpins its standing in the appreciating classic segment.

Liquidity remains severely constrained, with only two sales tracked across the entire market and no active listings currently recorded. For buyers or sellers of this marque, expect protracted search periods and dealer-network connections to be essential—the SL65 Black Series rarely flows through conventional channels. The illiquid status is not a flaw but rather a defining characteristic of ultra-rare modern collectibles.

Desirability is rated as moderate despite the Holy Grail collectibility score, a nuance reflecting that absolute rarity does not always translate to universal appeal. The Black Series is prized by Mercedes-AMG and V12 enthusiasts, but the market for this specific model remains narrowly defined. Transaction patterns suggest pricing will remain driven by bespoke buyer-seller circumstances rather than broad market swings.

The absence of mileage data across recorded sales indicates these vehicles are treated as investment-grade holdings rather than regular-use cars. Without multiple comparable recent sales or forward-looking guidance, three and five-year projections cannot be reliably modelled at this time. Market watchers should monitor whether future sales emerge to establish clearer trajectory data.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value£49,125
  • 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)£450
  • Maintenance£1,500
  • Storage£2,400
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost£4,350
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months0
  • Sell-Through0%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price£49,125
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price Range£45,250 – £53,000
  • Total Sales Tracked2

Recent sales

  • £45,250

    Collecting Cars · 15 Aug 2025

  • £53,000

    Collecting Cars · 30 Sept 2024

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