Sample photo · we send photos of your exact unit before it shipsUsed 2017 Mercedes-Benz S65 engine231 Type (SL Models), SL63 5.5L
231 Type (SL Models), SL63 (5.5L, VIN E, 7th digit)
- Size
- 5.5L
- VIN code
- E · digit 7
- SKU
- TF-E011697
Included in every price
- Donor-vehicle OEM unit
- Inspected & tested
- VIN-matched before it ships
- Photos for your approval
- 3-month warranty
- Free freight to repair shops
One upfront price · no hidden fees · card payments only
Delivery estimate
Usually 5–7 business days by freight, with tracking by text.
- 3-month warrantyFree pickup & replacement if defective
- Tracked freight deliveryFree to repair shops, lower 48
- Photos before it shipsApprove your exact unit
- (904) 481-5300Parts specialists · Mon–Fri 9 AM – 6 PM CT
What happens after you order
Nothing ships until you've seen it.
- 1VIN verificationWe match the engine code to your VIN before anything is pulled.
- 2Final inspectionCompression tested and checked for leaks, cracks and damage.
- 3Clean & prepPressure washed, drained for freight and strapped to a pallet.
- 4Photo approvalPhotos of your exact unit and its mileage are texted to you.
- 5Ship & trackFreight tracking by text. Arrives around Fri, Nov 20 – Tue, Nov 24.




About this engine
This used OEM engine came out of a 2017 Mercedes-Benz S65 with the 231 Type (SL Models), SL63 5.5L spec. It matches vehicles whose VIN shows E at digit 7, which is how we confirm the fit before it ships. One unit is in stock with 40,000 donor miles, priced by mileage. We list Mercedes-Benz S65 engines for 14 model years (2006–2020), from $705 to $36,713.
What's included
- Block, heads, crankshaft and internal moving parts
- Courtesy bolt-ons as removed from the donor (not warrantied)
- Drained for freight — refill at installation
How we prep it
- Compression tested and inspected
- Mileage recorded from the donor vehicle
- Strapped to a pallet and photographed
- Matched to your VIN before dispatch
Specifications
- Part
- Used OEM engine
- Year
- 2017
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- S65
- Engine spec
- 231 Type (SL Models), SL63 (5.5L, VIN E, 7th digit)
- Engine size
- 5.5L
- VIN engine code
- E (VIN digit 7)
- Availability
- 1 unit in stock, 40,000 miles
- Donor mileage
- 40,000 mi
- Warranty
- 3 months, parts
- Condition
- Used OEM, pulled from a donor vehicle — not a rebuild
- Inspection
- Compression tested, inspected and VIN-matched
- Photos
- Of your exact unit, before it ships
- Shipping
- Strapped and wrapped on a pallet · free freight to repair shops
- SKU
- TF-E011697
Make sure it fits
Your VIN is on the driver-side dashboard, the door-jamb sticker, and your registration and insurance card.
Engine code: character 7 of your VIN should be E for this unit.
Mercedes-Benz S65 engines by year
14 model years listed · $705 – $36,713
Installation checklist
These steps protect your engine and keep your warranty valid.
- 01Have it installed by a qualified mechanic and keep the receipt.
- 02Replace oil, oil filter and coolant at installation.
- 03Check and replace the radiator, thermostat and water pump where needed.
- 04Transfer or replace sensors, belts, hoses, gaskets and seals.
- 05Prime the oil system before first start; check for leaks and warning lights.
Warranty & delivery
3-month warranty
- Internal mechanical defects covered
- Claim within 90 days of delivery
- Free pickup and replacement, or a refund
- Labor, towing and fluids not covered
- Longer coverage available at extra cost
Usually 5–7 business days
- Palletized freight, tracking by text
- Free to repair shops in the lower 48
- Home delivery quoted before it ships
- Inspect before signing for it
Questions about this engine
Will this engine fit my 2017 Mercedes-Benz S65?+
This unit is VIN code E at digit 7. If character 7 of your VIN matches, it's the right engine. Use the fit check on this page, and a specialist confirms it before shipping.
How is the mileage determined?+
Mileage comes from the donor vehicle's odometer and is printed on your quote and invoice.
Can I see photos of the actual unit?+
Yes. Ask by text or chat and we'll send photos of your exact unit before it ships. Photos on this page are samples.
Is labor covered by the warranty?+
No. The 3-month warranty covers the part against internal mechanical defects. If it fails, we pick it up and ship a replacement at our cost, or refund you.
How long does delivery take?+
Usually 5–7 days by freight. Estimated delivery for an order today: Fri, Nov 20 – Tue, Nov 24. Free to repair shops in the lower 48; home delivery is quoted by text.
Can I return it if I change my mind?+
All sales are final unless something goes wrong with the part, so check fit and ask for photos before you pay.
Still unsure? Text (847) 929-8737 — we reply in minutes.
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