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Mercedes-AMG SL65 AMG Black Series

2008–2009

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  • Lowest price

    US$51,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$55,250

    Since 2020 · n=2

  • Highest price

    US$59,500

    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

US$65,828

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 trades at a median of US$65,828 in the current market, though the limited transaction history—just two sales tracked over the past year—makes trend analysis difficult to establish with confidence.

Only 350 units were produced globally, placing the Black Series in the uppermost tier of Mercedes-AMG roadster exclusivity. This extreme scarcity has earned it a "Holy Grail" collectibility score, a designation reserved for cars that command respect purely on production numbers alone.

The two transacted examples averaged 41,000 miles, suggesting these cars are being driven rather than locked away, which is typical for high-performance convertibles of this era. Both sales occurred in the US market within the tracked period, but the sample remains too small to draw conclusions about condition clustering or whether mileage preferences are shifting.

Liquidity is severely constrained, with zero active listings at present and only two sales documented over twelve months. For buyers seeking entry, this scarcity translates to patience and networking; for sellers, it means limited visibility and a narrow audience of qualified buyers.

Without sufficient transaction volume or pricing momentum data, forward projections cannot be responsibly estimated at this time. The car's standing as a mechanical and design landmark is settled, but market direction over the next three to five years will depend on how broadly AMG performance cars are embraced by collectors relative to competing marques.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$65,828
  • 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)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$2,010
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,830
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months2
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$55,250
  • Avg Mileage at Sale41,000 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$51,000 – US$59,500
  • Total Sales Tracked2

Recent sales

  • US$51,000

    Bring a Trailer · 1 Aug 2026

  • US$59,500

    Bring a Trailer · 19 May 2026

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

Mercedes-AMG SL65 AMG Black Series Prices & Market Data — United States | Marque