Best Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Year to Buy
There is no single best Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG year: the right one depends on your budget and what you want from the car. Across 257 verified sales, the 2005 is the most affordable at $47,503 and trades most often (98 verified sales). The 2013 has held its value best, now worth 43% of its original MSRP.
Data: DriveIndex. 6 model years with at least 10 verified sales each, latest sale Nov 3, 2026. Methodology
Ranked across the 6 years with at least 10 verified sales. Years with fewer are in the table below but too thin to rank.
Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Value by Model Year
| Year | Value | Vs. original MSRP | Verified sales | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 SL65 AMG | $106,041 | 49% | 6 · too few to rank | 1 |
| 2014 SL65 AMG | $85,220No comparable sale since Nov 2025 | 40% | 6 · too few to rank | 2 |
| 2013 SL65 AMG | $91,148 | 43% | 18 | 3 |
| 2009 SL65 AMG | $52,717 | 27% | 18 | 3 |
| 2008 SL65 AMG | $71,025 | 36% | 20 | — |
| 2007 SL65 AMG | $61,560No comparable sale since Mar 2026 | 32% | 27 | — |
| 2006 SL65 AMG | $51,897 | 28% | 64 | 1 |
| 2005 SL65 AMG | $47,503 | 26% | 98 | 2 |
Value is DriveIndex's market value for each year, from verified sales. “Vs. original MSRP” compares it with the sticker price when new, not adjusted for inflation: 100% means it is worth exactly what it cost. Years with fewer than 10 verified sales are listed but not ranked.
Which SL65 AMG year is appreciating?
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Best Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Year: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG year to buy?
There is no single best Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG year: the right one depends on your budget and what you want from the car. Across 257 verified sales, the 2005 is the most affordable at $47,503 and trades most often (98 verified sales). The 2013 has held its value best, now worth 43% of its original MSRP. The table on this page lists every model year with its market value, its value against its original MSRP and how many have sold.
Which Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG year is the cheapest?
The 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG is the most affordable year with enough verified sales to compare, currently valued at $47,503. The most valuable is the 2013, at $91,148.
Which Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG year holds its value best?
The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG is now worth 43% of its original MSRP of $212,240, the best of the years with enough verified sales to compare. That compares today's value with the sticker price when new, not adjusted for inflation.
How much is a Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG worth?
Depending on the model year, a Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG is worth from $47,503 to $91,148 today, based on verified sales. Mileage, condition and options move any single car's price; each year's page shows its recent sales.
Which Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG year is appreciating?
This page shows what each year is worth and how that compares with its original price. Whether each year is appreciating, stable or depreciating is DriveIndex's Value Signal, which Pro members see for every year along with a 1–5 year projection.