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Old 05-08-2019, 01:01 PM
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R231 SL550 OEM Spoiler Pictures

Does anybody have pictures of their SL with the OEM spoiler added? This is the part I am contemplating:

https://www.mbpartsmiami.com/oem-par...23179000889775
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Does anybody have pictures of their SL with the OEM spoiler added? This is the part I am contemplating:

https://www.mbpartsmiami.com/oem-par...23179000889775
I will add a picture later, but I can assure you that it looks great! It fixes the "barren" look of the trunk and really makes a difference.
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Originally Posted by mrfourpointo
Does anybody have pictures of their SL with the OEM spoiler added? This is the part I am contemplating:

https://www.mbpartsmiami.com/oem-par...23179000889775
Not a fan of those - I prefer the part# I have posted earlier.
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So the post-facelift R231 has a different spoiler? Now it sounds like I need pics of each, assuming both will fit a 2013 SL550.
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So the post-facelift R231 has a different spoiler? Now it sounds like I need pics of each, assuming both will fit a 2013 SL550.
I'm reasonably sure the boot/trunk is unchanged. I prefer the skinny spoiler.
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When I search US, this is the other item I find (post-facelift):

https://www.mbpartsmiami.com/oem-par...QtNmwtdjgtZ2Fz

However, it also doesn't show fitment for 2013. Of course, that doesn't necessarily mean it won't fit. The trunk lid part number for both years is the same.
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Originally Posted by mrfourpointo
When I search US, this is the other item I find (post-facelift):

https://www.mbpartsmiami.com/oem-par...QtNmwtdjgtZ2Fz

However, it also doesn't show fitment for 2013. Of course, that doesn't necessarily mean it won't fit. The trunk lid part number for both years is the same.
The link I gave you is for the MB Germany used part department. There is a place where you can enter your vehicle details and get parts..........you need to do some homework.
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Originally Posted by Patric

Like the colour!

That is the spoiler I'm talking about.

DO you get much dirt between the spoiler and the body - they are held on with 3M VHB tape and I have been holding back because I'm worried about a gap between the spoiler and the body collecting dirt.

Any chance of a close up ?
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There is no gap so I've had no dirt issues. I ordered the factory spoiler from the 2017 SL 63/65 which is the same year as mine from a friend who has a MB parts business. Had a reputable body shop do the install so very happy with the results.
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I think I am going to go with the larger pre-facelift spoiler and have the dealership install it. I'm sure I am capable, but I'd just rather not mess with it.
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Like this one.

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There is no gap so I've had no dirt issues. I ordered the factory spoiler from the 2017 SL 63/65 which is the same year as mine from a friend who has a MB parts business. Had a reputable body shop do the install so very happy with the results.
thanks. I'm going to order one from Germany on Monday.
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That's exactly what I went with.
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That's exactly what I went with.
Damn, that looks exactly like my car and I bought mine from MB of Marin! lol. Unfortunately, no spoiler...
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I have decided that unless I go with the full blown AMG SL63/65 front, rear and rocker trim, I am not going to go with a spoiler. I believe, on the standard body, the lines are cleaner without it, but that's just me. I had a spoiler on my 2013, but like the look without better.



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Damn I love white. Spoiler is definitely in the eye of the beholder. I like it, but I think the car looks great without it.

I cam from an E63 and told myself I did not want an AMG again. But, I do wish the exhaust was just a tad more aggressive on the SL550. Other than that, I really like the car so far. Oh, and the B&O stereo is worthless.
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Originally Posted by mrfourpointo
Damn I love white. Spoiler is definitely in the eye of the beholder. I like it, but I think the car looks great without it.

I cam from an E63 and told myself I did not want an AMG again. But, I do wish the exhaust was just a tad more aggressive on the SL550. Other than that, I really like the car so far. Oh, and the B&O stereo is worthless.
I bought my 2013 SL550 CPO, but was able to contact the previous owner. The fellow had his dealer install SL63 resonators. He said it cost over $3,000.00. Anyway, a very nice rumble on start up. Around town, not that noticeable. However, tromp on the throttle and it ROARED! I tend to like quiet cars, but I did enjoy that one. Photo below w/spoiler it came with. And, ALL R231 audio systems are crummy. Most any base Toyota or Honda puts them to shame.


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Originally Posted by mrfourpointo
Damn I love white. Spoiler is definitely in the eye of the beholder. I like it, but I think the car looks great without it.

I cam from an E63 and told myself I did not want an AMG again. But, I do wish the exhaust was just a tad more aggressive on the SL550. Other than that, I really like the car so far. Oh, and the B&O stereo is worthless.
Why do you not want an AMG anymore?
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Well that makes sense!
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Originally Posted by rorywquin
I'm reasonably sure the boot/trunk is unchanged. I prefer the skinny spoiler.
I have to agree. Less is definitely more. The back end is a little too smooth without a spoiler, and the larger one is just too much. I prefer no spoiler at all to the larger spoiler. That first red car is gorgeous...as is yours, Rory.

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i like the skinny spoiler these are just too big for me


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