Mercedes Benz A Class W168 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Polar Silver Metallic - 761

Mercedes Benz A Class W168 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Polar Silver Metallic is an original body component designed for the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory metallic paint finish and precise fitment to the W168 model structure, it serves as a functional solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork adjustments, or vehicle restoration. It is a practical choice for users who value a consistent rear-end appearance and proper body panel alignment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1687405205-PS1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1687405205
• Substitutable numbers: A1687405205, A 168 740 52 05, 7405205
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Pure Silver Metallic - 900
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and body fitment

The described tailgate is designed specifically for the rear body section of the Mercedes A-Class W168 generation. The construction matches factory dimensions and mounting points, which facilitates installation in place of a damaged component and helps maintain the correct geometry of the rear bodywork. This allows for maintaining proper panel gaps, correct trunk closing, and compatibility with factory seals and hardware.

Polar Silver Metallic paint finish

The tailgate is finished in the Polar Silver Metallic shade, characteristic of many Mercedes A-Class W168 units. The metallic paint coating ensures visual consistency with a vehicle body in the same color, which limits the scope of additional painting work or allows it to be skipped entirely if the rest of the bodywork is in a similar condition. This is an advantageous solution for repairs where both aesthetics and turnaround time are important.

Functional characteristics of the component

As a body component mounted at the rear of the vehicle, the tailgate is responsible for properly closing the cargo area, protecting the interior from weather conditions, and maintaining the structural rigidity of the rear of the car. Proper fitment to the original hinges and lock allows for:

• stable trunk closing without excessive mechanism adjustment,
• maintaining seal integrity,
• preserving the correct body line at the rear of the vehicle.

For body shops and independent service centers, this is a practical base for further assembly work, enabling the efficient restoration of the rear body functionality.

Use in repairs and renovations

The tailgate in Polar Silver Metallic is suitable for both typical post-accident repairs and the gradual restoration of the bodywork in older Mercedes A-Class W168 units. It facilitates:

• reducing the need for body filler and straightening of heavily damaged components,
• restoring the aesthetic appearance of the rear of the vehicle,
• maintaining compliance with the factory model specifications.

For users who want to preserve the original character of the car, using such a component is beneficial from both a technical and visual standpoint, without the need to resort to aftermarket parts with uncertain fitment.

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