2003 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG Kompressor
Sold for
£14,250
Ended 20 Aug 2026
Data from Car & Classic, updated on 26 Oct 2026
- Year
- 2003
- Mileage
- 61,220 miles
- Gearbox
- Automatic
- Engine
- 5439cc
- Colour
- Silver
- Location
- Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Specification
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Steering
- Right Hand Drive
- Auction house guide
- £12,000 – £16,525
Description
Highlights
- Finished in special order Tellur Silver Metallic
- Fitted with rare 5-spoke AMG alloys
- Upgraded with Apple CarPlay, Rear view camera, Navigation and Bluetooth
- Full AMG specification with carbon fibre upgrade
- Panoramic roof
- Recent brake overhaul and belt replacements
- MOT valid until July 2027
The Appeal
The R230 remains one of the most potent grand tourers Mercedes-Benz has produced. A perfect addition to their remarkable roadster lineage, the R230 was sleek, beautifully styled and effortlessly modern - and when you take on the AMG Kompressor spec, you're guaranteed something special. Its supercharged 5.4-litre V8, mated to a five-speed automatic gearbox and underpinned by the sophisticated Active Body Control suspension, all delivers a compelling blend of brute performance and refined open-top cruising that feels every bit as relevant today as it did in 2003.
This 2003 example stands out thanks to its original special order paintwork, which suits those sleek lines down to the road. Recent mechanical attention has included a brake overhaul, supercharger and auxiliary belt replacements, and an oil service. The vendor describes the interior as being in very good order for its age, and modern conveniences including Apple CarPlay, navigation and a parking camera have been added. With an MOT valid until July 2027, all that's missing is the car's lucky new keeper.
Key Information
- Mileage: 61,220 miles (unwarranted)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until July 2027
- Technical specs: 5,439cc supercharged V8, five-speed automatic
- Paperwork: Stamped service record book, plenty of invoices, manuals and handbooks
Service History:
- 07/25 - Not recorded - Dolma Developments Ltd
- 06/24 - 59,336 miles - Prestige Auto Service
- 09/21 - 57,753 miles - West Coast Automotive Ltd
- 06/18 - 53,002 miles - Shaw & Wright Garage Ltd
- 05/17 - 51,234 miles - Fleetwood Car Centre
- 10/16 - 50,864 miles - Scott James
- 06/16 - 48,000 miles - Regents Park Tyres
- 07/14 - 47,010 miles - Lanes Cars
- 09/13 - Not recorded - Lanes Cars
- 08/12 - 40.926 miles - Lanes Cars
- 11/10 - 35,201 miles - Mercedes-Benz of Stafford
- 10/08 - 23,952 miles - Drayton of Stafford
- 11/06 - 7,349 miles - Drayton of Stafford
- 01/05 - 7,527 miles - Drayton of Stafford
The Detail
- Recent oil service carried out
- ABC fluid checked and topped up recently
- Brakes overhauled with rear discs and all-round pads at 51,234 miles
- Auxiliary belt and supercharger belt replaced at 51,234 miles
- The vendor states the original special order paintwork is in good condition
- Reported to be free from any significant dents or dings
- Roof reported to be in good working order
- The vendor describes the interior as in very good order for its age
- Upgraded with Apple CarPlay, Rear view camera, Navigation and Bluetooth
- Parking camera fitted
- Original head unit included in the sale
- The vendor states the vehicle is mechanically sound
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