Mercedes W205 Wing Panel Front Right O/S Side Fender Obsidian Black - 197

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mercedes W205 Wing Panel Front Right O/S Side Fender Obsidian Black - 197 is an original body component designed for the front right side of the vehicle, ensuring factory-grade fitment and stylistic consistency. This used fender in Obsidian Black Metallic allows for a technically correct repair of the wheel arch area without the need for costly aftermarket alternatives. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where precise alignment with the body line is essential.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2058800218-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2058800218
• Substitutable numbers: A2058800218, A 205 880 02 18
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and body fitment

The presented fender is designed as a component for the front right part of the body, responsible for shaping the wheel arch line and the adjacent areas of the hood, bumper, and door. Thanks to its construction in accordance with Mercedes factory standards, the component maintains proper geometry, which facilitates the adjustment of panel gaps and reduces the need for additional bodywork.

Its placement in the front right corner of the body makes the fender both aesthetically and functionally significant – it protects the load-bearing structure, suspension components, and the interior of the wheel arch from external factors. Proper fitment of this component is crucial for the correct installation of the wheel arch liners, headlight, and front bumper.

Color and paint finish

The fender is finished in the Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 shade, characteristic of many premium Mercedes body configurations. The metallic black ensures visual consistency with the vehicle's factory paint, which in many cases allows for limiting the scope of paint work to local blending or polishing, rather than a full repaint of the component.

Such a finish is particularly advantageous for repairs where maintaining the original paint coating on as much of the body surface as possible is desired. Additionally, a properly matched color facilitates the painter's work and shortens the time required to prepare the vehicle for release after repair.

Technical characteristics of the component

The fender belongs to the group of body components responsible for shaping the car's silhouette and protecting the wheel area. The design intended for installation on the front right side of the vehicle ensures compatibility with factory mounting points and other body panels. The appropriately selected weight of the component promotes the maintenance of proper load distribution within the body.

As an original Mercedes part, the fender is made of material with parameters consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's requirements, which translates into predictable behavior during operation and body/paint repairs. The used nature of the component allows for an economical body restoration while maintaining the factory design specifications.

Application in repairs and restorations

This fender model is suitable for both standard post-accident repairs and restoration processes where maintaining the original body line is important. Using an original body component reduces the risk of issues with the fitment of headlights, bumpers, or decorative trim, which is significant for the final visual effect and the quality of the repair.

In workshop practice, the use of a used, original fender often shortens assembly time because the mounting points and panel geometry are consistent with factory assumptions. This is a beneficial solution for both body and paint shops and users who care about a technically correct and economical vehicle restoration.

Related body components and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch and fender area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as wheel arch liners, additional body panels, or supplementary reinforcements, check out the available parts in the Mercedes rear wheel arches and fenders category.

For users interested in a broader technical context of vehicles of this brand, including all-wheel drive solutions and typical components used in AWD systems, an article discussing design and service differences may be helpful – you can find it here: xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – a comparison of AWD systems from BMW, Mercedes, Audi, and VW.