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1972 Mercedes-Benz 350SL Bulb Size Chart

Bulb sizes may vary by trim, factory lighting package, region, production date, and previous modifications. Verify the bulb number on your existing bulb before buying.

Last database update: May 2026. Manual review status: Not yet manually reviewed.

Verify before buying: check the bulb number printed on your existing bulb, confirm your trim and factory lighting package, and review the seller's fitment notes.
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1972 Mercedes-Benz 350SL Bulb Size Chart

PositionBulb CodeAliasesTrim / PackageFactory TypeConfidenceReviewNotesShop
High BeamH5001—Standard listingHalogenHigh
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Low BeamH5006—Standard listingHalogenHigh
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Parking Light3893—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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1972 Mercedes-Benz 350SL Fitment Notes

Our database shows the same listed bulb sizes for the Mercedes-Benz 350SL across the 1972 to 1973 range. Still verify your trim, lighting package, and the bulb number in the housing before buying.

Known fitment limitations

  • factory HID or LED packages may use different parts
  • fog lights may depend on equipment package
  • aftermarket headlight assemblies may use different bulbs
  • regional models and production-date splits may differ

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How do the 1972 Mercedes-Benz 350SL's bulbs compare to other years?

The 1973 model continues with the same bulb sizes.

This bulb configuration covers the 1972–1973 model years. 1973 →

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Other 350SL Years

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our database lists H5006 for the 1972 Mercedes-Benz 350SL low beam headlights. Verify the bulb number on your existing bulb and confirm your trim or factory lighting package before buying.

Our database lists H5001 for the 1972 Mercedes-Benz 350SL high beam position. Some vehicles vary by trim, lighting package, or previous housing changes.

Dim headlights on a 1972 Mercedes-Benz 350SL can come from aging halogen bulbs, cloudy lenses, weak electrical connections, or an incorrect bulb. Confirm the listed H5006 size against the bulb in the housing before choosing a replacement or upgrade.

The 1972 Mercedes-Benz 350SL does not have a fog light bulb listed in our current database. If your vehicle has fog lights, verify the bulb in the housing or owner's manual before buying.

The 1972 Mercedes-Benz 350SL uses a dual bulb headlight system. This means you have separate bulbs for high and low beams.

LED upgrades are available for many H5006 applications, but fitment, beam pattern, dashboard warnings, and road-use legality can vary. Use products that list your exact bulb family, such as H5006, and verify the factory housing before buying.

Access varies by engine bay layout and headlight housing. Before disassembly, confirm the listed H5006 low beam size on the existing bulb or owner's manual, then follow the service procedure for your exact trim.

Rules for LED headlight retrofits vary by location and by housing type. Avoid products that create glare or lack road-use compliance claims, and check local requirements before using an LED conversion on public roads.

Replacement cost depends on bulb technology, brand, and labor access. Common halogen H5006 replacements are usually cheaper than LED conversion kits. Check seller fitment notes before comparing prices.

Halogen bulbs and LED replacements differ in output, heat behavior, beam pattern, and electronics. A correct bulb code does not guarantee a correct LED beam pattern, so verify physical fit and seller compatibility notes for the 1972 Mercedes-Benz 350SL.