Highlights

• Popular “black on black” spec with polished AMG alloys
• High-spec car with over $13,000 in options including Panoramic roof and Keyless-Go
• Retail price (originally new): $125,000 plus $13,000 in options (or over €240,000 with these options in the Netherlands)
• Clean Carfax with 23 service records
• All import duties and VAT paid
• Matching-numbers supercharged V8 engine
• Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping

The Appeal

With nearly 500 bhp on tap, the SL55 blends supercar performance with luxury GT comfort, and the clever folding roof adds convertible practicality. It’s no surprise well-kept examples are popular with enthusiasts. This car wears the popular “black on black” finish and features more than $13,000 in options, including the desirable panoramic roof, ventilated seats, and premium sound system. It’s a well-kept example with low miles for its age, verified by a clean Carfax showing 23 service records. This 2006 model is a true driver’s car—rapid and rewarding with a touch of everyday usability.

History and Paperwork

• First registered in 2006 • Originally delivered to the U.S. market as a left-hand drive • Subsequently imported to the Netherlands; all duties and VAT paid • U.S. title and Dutch import docs present • Clean Carfax with 23 service records; Carfax confirms 112,924 miles and a damage-free history • Matching-numbers engine; Chassis: WDBSK74F46F113691 • Original window sticker; Mercedes-Benz data card present

This vehicle is sold with its original U.S. title. Note that it has not yet been road-registered or safety-inspected within the EU. As a U.S.-market vehicle, it is offered without a European Certificate of Conformity (COC). Registration will likely require IVA or national homologation, depending on your country. We recommend checking local regulations before purchase.

Mercedes-Benz datacard information:

• Interior: Leather - Black/Anthracite (281a) • Exterior Paint: Black (040u) • 212b: Operator instructions and maintenance booklet—Engl. for USA/Canada • 221b: Sign coolant/refueling – English • 232: Garage door opener with 284–390 MHz • 264: License plate attachment America • 280a: Leather AMG • 284b: Airbag label – English for USA • 359: TeleAid USA • 401: Single seats • 404: Multi-contour seat, front left • 405: Multi-contour seat, front right • 415: Hardtop (without Roadster top) • 423: 5-speed automatic transmission • 461: Instrument cluster with miles and English legend • 470: Semi-active roll stabilization (Semi-ARS) • 487: ABC suspension (Active Body Control) • 494: U.S. version • 524: Paintwork preservation • 530: COMAND DVD navigation with USA navigation • 536: Sirius satellite radio complete system • 581: Automatic climate control • 614: Bi-Xenon headlights for RHD • 634: Deletion – First Aid Kit • 636: Deletion – Warning Triangle • 668: Protection package with tie-down hooks • 669: 10 liters of fuel and packing details • 673: High-capacity battery • 731: Wood Burled Walnut trim • 763: Radio remote control with panic switch (315 MHz) • 772: AMG styling package – front spoiler, side skirts • 790: 18-inch AMG wheels with mixed tires • 7xxl: North and South America • 806: Year of modification • 810: Premium sound system • 819: CD changer • 875: Heated screen wash system • 889: Keyless-Go • 986: Vin deviation by model year • 989: Identification label under windshield • M001: Engines with supercharger • M113: V8 gasoline engine M113 • M55: Capacity 5.5 liters • N99: Bremen plant control code • Nq7: Bremen plant control code • Ns1: Bremen plant control code • U44: Luggage net in luggage compartment (3-piece) • U45: Baggage belts • U71: DVD player with region code 1 (USA) • Y83: Designo Alcantara Anthracite roof interior trim

Extra factory options advised by the seller:

• Panorama glass roof (Panoramic Vario Roof) – 415 – $1,900 • Active ventilated seats (seat climate control) – 401 – $1,260 • Multi-contour seats (driver) – 404 – $650 • Multi-contour seats (passenger) – 405 – $650 • COMAND DVD navigation – 530 – $2,100 • Sirius satellite radio – 536 – $460 • Premium sound system (Harman/Kardon Logic7) – 810 – $990 • CD changer – 819 – $440 • Keyless-Go – 889 – $1,080 • Garage door opener (Homelink) – 232 – $280 • Bi-Xenon headlamps – 614 – $780 • Burred Walnut interior trim – 731 – $650 • Heated windshield washer system – 875 – $180 • TeleAid system – 359 – $650 • High-capacity battery – 673 – $150

The Mechanics

• 493 hp 5,439cc SOHC supercharged and intercooled 24-valve V8 • 5-speed AMG SpeedShift automatic • AMG-enhanced Active Body Control (ABC) suspension • Well maintained with 23 service records per the seller

Mechanical specification:

• Quad polished stainless exhaust tips • 21.1 gallon fuel tank • Electrohydraulic brake control with soft stop, automatic brake drying, and predictive brake priming • ABS with brake assist • 8-piston front / 4-piston rear, AMG perforated/ventilated discs • Vehicle speed-sensitive power steering • AMG-enhanced ABC with coil springs and electronically controlled hydraulic cylinders at each wheel • Sports mode and automatic 4-wheel level control • Driver-selectable ride height / Sport mode; auto speed-sensitive lowering • Independent 4-link front / 5-arm multilink rear suspension; RWD • ESP stability control • 5-speed automatic AMG adaptive transmission with touch shift, optimal gearing, and Comfort mode, plus AMG SpeedShift fingertip manual mode • 5.5L SOHC SMPI intercooled AMG supercharged 24-valve V8

Exterior features:

• Dual aero-blade wipers with infrared rain sensor • Heated washer nozzles and wiper parking • Dual heated power mirrors with memory and auto-dimming driver mirror • Programmable daytime running lamps • Red/smoke rear lamp covers; single rear foglamp; halogen front foglamps • Xenon HID low beams with polycarbonate lenses, auto level, high beams, washers, and auto-on • Titanium gray grille with ribs • AMG sculpted front air dam with mesh intakes; AMG side skirts and rear apron • Attachable mesh wind deflector • Electrohydraulic retractable aluminum hardtop with Easy-Pack system • 18x8.5 front / 18x9.5 rear AMG ultrathin-spoke monoblock wheels • Compact spare tire; tires 255/40ZR18 front and 285/35ZR18 rear

The Condition

• Finished in Black (040) over Black/Anthracite leather (281A) • Designo Alcantara anthracite roof interior trim • Well-kept with desirable color and high factory spec • Includes more than $13,000 in factory options detailed above • AMG 5-spoke polished alloys in good condition • Clever folding hardtop with optional panoramic glass • Hand-fitted AMG perforated leather seating

Safety features include:

• Illuminated interior trunk emergency release; pop-up roll bar • Electronic stability program; ABS with brake assist • Automatic height-adjusting 3-point belts with emergency tensioning and belt-force limiter • Front passenger occupancy sensor for airbags; door-mounted side airbags • Dual-stage airbags; driver + front passenger • AM/FM/weather radio with in-dash CD player and 6.5-inch color display • COMAND cockpit management with in-dash GPS navigation and DVD, AM/FM/weatherband radio • 4-way power tilt/telescoping steering with memory; AMG sport steering wheel • AMG door sill trim, AMG floor mats; leather dash and trim throughout • Multicontour front seats with massage; 12-way power heated seats with memory • High-end Bose cabin surround sound; centerpoint processing; AudioPilot • Climate control, auto-dimming rearview mirror, illuminated glove box, digital clock

Interior features include:

• Locking storage under luggage shelf; retractable luggage straps; pneumatic trunk close assist • Power windows with one-touch up/down; auto-dimming driver mirror; auto climate control • Auto-dimming vanity mirrors; auto headlights; illuminated lighting throughout • TeleAid with stolen-vehicle recovery and remote door unlock; panic alarm and trunk release via SmartKey • SmartKey system with remote central locking and engine immobilizer • Drive mode controls, cruise control with digital readout, and HUD-like readouts • Real wood and AMG aluminum trim; advanced seating with massage and memory

Notes for buyers: This is a Car & Classic listing subject to their Terms and Conditions. By bidding or offering you agree to those terms. A non-refundable buyer’s fee may apply. The vehicle is sold as seen, with no warranty. VAT included in the buyer’s fee. UK-registered vehicles are checked with an online HPI for damage/theft and financing before listing. A full vehicle history check is always recommended prior to offering. The buyer is responsible for collection or delivery, and import duties/taxes may apply depending on destination.