I have a 203 SL500 AMG The Starter Battery needs replaced. It is a 2305410001, is there an after Marget I can use?

 

Most people have not been able to find a similar size drop in replacement, however if you comfortable with a battery slightly smaller there are many that will work. This battery does not have heavy demands, only for starting the car, and a smaller amp rating will likely work also.

 

I've had very good luck with the Platinum series batteries form Advance Auto. They make one that's an exact fit.

 

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i had to replace my starter battery last year, I went with the advance auto battery as well. Was less expensive than the dealer, they had it in stock (my dealer had to order one) and after getting it I found it was physically identical to the Mercedes service replacement starter battery that was in the car - down to all the little battery case labels, stampings, etc.
Worked out fantastic, picked up and installedthe replacement the same day and I even got a "speed perks" discount on it

one thing, I don't think 2003 came up as a match for a advance battery when I was trying to find it but I was able to find it searching for a different year (I think I used 2006)

 

https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/autocraft-gold-battery-group-size-v4-v4/10653330-P?navigationPath=L1*14920%7CL2*15000%7CL3*15597


they have a 20% off any order promo going right now. Order online, pick up in store.

 

I found a DIRECT replacement battery @ an Interstate Battery shop. To my amazement when they brought the battery up, it had MB OEM sticker on it, it was the exact same one they removed from my 2007 SL550, it was at cost of $150 vs $250 at the dealer. IF you have a location close by doesn't hurt to drive by, also Advance Auto would be a great place also, I bought my accessory battery there , perfect fit for half the cost. Good luck !!!

 

Oreilly's just got in on the R230 Starter Battery game. Seems someone in corporate figured out there was a market for them since almost every store in the area shows them in stock. I just waited all weekend for the dealer to order one for no reason. And remember, when replacing the starter battery, you must first disconnect the rear consumer battery, then install the front starter battery, then reconnect the rear consumer battery.

Super Start Extreme Group Size V4 Top Mount Battery Part # V4EXTJ - $160

https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/b...des-benz/sl500

 

No such luck in Australia...I have not been able to source a front battery the same OEM size except for the dealer and they want $349 AUD

 

mine died after 6 years? (original mercedes benz) is that the lifespan of these batteries?

 

that's not bad but how long have you had yours?
i wonder if there is warranty on these car batteries