Mercedes-Benz A W168 3 Front Right O/S Side Panel Wing Fender Polar Silver

Mercedes-Benz A W168 3 Front Right O/S Side Panel Wing Fender Polar Silver is an original body component designed for the front right side of the vehicle, ideal for post-accident repairs and precise bodywork adjustments. Thanks to its factory-spec shape and correct profile, it ensures proper body line alignment and stable mounting relative to the hood, bumper, and door. The paint in the Pure Silver Metallic - 900 shade helps maintain visual consistency with the vehicle's original finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1688800818-PS3
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1688800818
• Substitutable numbers: A1688800818, A 168 880 08 18, 8800818
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Pure Silver Metallic - 900
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented fender has been designed specifically for the Mercedes A-Class W168 generation body, intended for the front right side of the vehicle. The appropriate profiling of the mounting edges facilitates the adjustment of gaps relative to the door, rocker panel, and bumper, which translates into an aesthetic appearance and correct body aerodynamics.

Its placement on the vehicle in the front zone means this component is significant both for protecting the body structure and for guiding the wheel arch and front wheel cover against dirt and water.

Technical characteristics and color

The fender belongs to the group of body components responsible for shaping the car's silhouette and protecting the wheel area. The construction is adapted to the factory mounting points on the Mercedes A-Class W168, which promotes stable installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

The finish in Pure Silver Metallic - 900 is characteristic of many units of this generation and allows for consistency with the remaining body panels. In the case of a local repair, a painter can precisely match the shade, which makes it easier to achieve an even surface without visible transitions.

Condition, origin, and service application

The item comes from dismantling and is offered as a used part, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original body geometry. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• repairs after collisions in the front right part of the vehicle,
• bodywork corrections after corrosion or operational damage,
• restoring the factory look of the body after previous, unprofessional repairs.

Choosing an original fender from dismantling allows for the preservation of proper stampings, bending radii, and mounting points, which facilitates the work of the body technician and painter and shortens assembly time.

Benefits of installation in the Mercedes A-Class W168

Using this fender in a Mercedes A-Class W168 brings a number of practical benefits:

• Factory fitment – maintaining the original body geometry and correct gaps between elements.
• Visual consistency with the body thanks to the paint in the Pure Silver Metallic - 900 shade.
• Possibility of economical repair while maintaining the high quality of the body component.
• Reduction of the need for additional mounting modifications thanks to compatibility with factory mounting points.

This solution will work well both in professional body and paint shops and in workshops specializing in the comprehensive restoration of Mercedes bodies.

Repair expansion and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional fenders, wheel arch liners, or related side panels, check the available parts in the Mercedes rear wheel arches and fenders category.

For users interested in a broader approach to servicing premium cars and optimizing costs while maintaining high-quality used parts, it is worth checking out the guide: Luxury within reach – how to service a Porsche legend using proven used parts. Although it concerns a different brand, it shows a practical approach to the conscious selection of components from dismantling.