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No two alloy wheelss are quite the same across different vehicles, so getting the specifics right matters when you buy used, second hand or a replacement. Answer a few quick questions below and breakers will only quote if they have the exact matching part in stock:
Both years fall within the R230 generation (2001–2011), so the bolt pattern (5x112 PCD) and centre bore are the same, making interchange within this generation a realistic prospect. However, offset can vary between wheel designs within the generation, and you should confirm the specific offset stamped on the donor wheel matches your car's requirement. Ask the breaker to check the offset and centre bore against your registration before buying.
The R231 (2012–2022) and R230 (2001–2011) are separate generations and there is a known boundary between them where PCD, offset, and centre bore specs may differ, so fitment cannot be assumed. Confirm with the breaker whether the specific wheels from an R231 car match the exact PCD, offset, and centre bore required for your R230 registration.
Trim level does not affect the fundamental fitment dimensions — PCD, offset, and centre bore are what matter, not whether the donor car was an AMG Line, AMG 55, or standard SL. That said, AMG-spec wheels often differ in size and styling from standard wheels, so visually they may look different on your car even if the bolt pattern matches. Always verify the specific offset and centre bore with the breaker against your registration.
The R230 received a facelift in 2008 but remained the same underlying generation, so the core fitment dimensions — PCD, offset, and centre bore — were not fundamentally changed by the facelift itself. Wheels from a pre-facelift R230 and a post-facelift R230 are therefore generally compatible, provided the specific offset matches. Confirm the offset of the donor wheels with the breaker against your registration to be sure.
Mercedes-Benz uses a shared 5x112 PCD across many of its models, so wheels from the SL can physically bolt onto an E-Class or CLS in many cases. However, offset and centre bore still need to match the specific model and generation you are fitting to, as these vary. Ask the breaker to cross-reference the exact offset and centre bore against your car's registration before committing.
Many SL models are fitted with tyre pressure monitoring systems, and whether a set of used wheels includes compatible TPMS sensors — or whether your existing sensors will work — depends on the sensor type and generation involved. This is something you should confirm directly with the breaker, as TPMS compatibility is not straightforward to determine without checking the specific parts against your registration.