Used Mercedes-Benz SL Indicator Stalk

Both years fall within the R230 generation (2001–2008), so there is a reasonable chance the stalk will interchange, but the R230 received a facelift in 2006 that brought interior and steering-column updates — confirm with the breaker whether the part is pre- or post-2006 before buying.

The R129 (1989–2001) and R230 (2001–2008) are entirely separate generations with different steering columns and stalk connectors, so these are very unlikely to be compatible. Always confirm the exact generation with the breaker against your registration before ordering.

The R230 generation ran to 2012, but a significant facelift arrived in 2008 that revised interior trim and switchgear, so a 2007 stalk crosses that facelift boundary; confirm with the breaker whether the connector and stalk design changed at that point before purchasing.

For indicator stalks, trim and engine variant do not affect fitment — the stalk is determined by the generation and any facelift breaks, not by whether the car is an SL 350, SL 500, or SL 55 AMG. You may find minor cosmetic differences such as finish or button labelling, so check the appearance matches if that matters to you.

The R231 generation launched in 2012, replacing the R230, but early and later build years within the R231 can differ due to running production changes; whether a 2014 stalk fits a 2012 R231 is not something to assume — confirm against your registration with the breaker to be sure.

Use Findapart to request quotes from breakers and give them your full registration number so they can identify the exact generation, facelift phase, and any factory options that affect the stalk specification. This is the most reliable way to get a compatible used part, as breakers can check the donor car's details against yours.