Mercedes W251 Exterior Door Strip Trim Rear Left N/S A2516902362 Silver 775

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W251 Exterior Door Strip Trim Rear Left N/S in Iridium Silver Metallic is an original body component designed for the aesthetic finishing of the vehicle's side. As part of the Protective and decorative strips category, this product helps maintain a consistent paint appearance and restores the factory side profile of the car following bodywork and paint repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2516902362-IRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2516902362
• Substitutable numbers: A2516902362, A 251 690 23 62
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The described trim is dedicated to installation on the rear left side of the body, on the exterior surface of the door. It is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the lower door panel area and provides an additional protective layer against minor mechanical damage, such as light impacts or scratches during daily vehicle use.

Thanks to its precise profile tailored to the body lines of the Mercedes W251, the component ensures consistent gaps and edges, which is essential both from a visual perspective and for the proper drainage of water and debris from the door surface.

Color and visual fit

The trim is finished in the factory Iridium Silver Metallic color, designated by paint code 775, which allows for maintaining a uniform tone of the silver body without the need for additional painting when properly matched to the vehicle. The metallic coating ensures consistency with the original paint finish, and the appropriate surface structure makes it easy to keep the component clean.

When correctly selected for the model and installation side, the trim allows for the restoration of the factory look of the car's side after replacing a damaged part or following accident repairs, with no visible differences in shade or geometry.

Installation characteristics

The rear left trim is designed as a component tailored to a specific body model, which facilitates installation in the factory location. The appropriate profiling of the edges and mounting points allows for stable seating on the door, minimizing the risk of play, vibrations, or leaks at the contact point with the body panel.

Due to its OEM construction, the component works with the original mounting points in the door, which promotes the maintenance of correct geometry and facilitates future service, e.g., during re-disassembly for body or paint work.

Condition and use in repairs

The trim is a used component, making it an attractive solution for economic repairs where the priority is to retain an original part while optimizing costs. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where only a fragment of the side body area has been damaged, while other elements remain in good technical condition.

Choosing an original exterior trim reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of aftermarket replacements and facilitates maintaining the visual consistency of the vehicle, which is important both for daily use and for the potential resale of the car.

Support in selection and expanding the scope of repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check out the available parts in the Mercedes protective and decorative strips category.

To better match a used body component to a specific vehicle version and avoid mistakes related to OEM designations, it is worth using practical expert tips – the article No more bad purchases! How to professionally select used car parts will be helpful, where you will find information on verifying compatibility and making informed choices regarding used parts.