Mercedes C204 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate C-Class Coupe Obsidian Black Metallic 197

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes C204 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate C-Class Coupe Obsidian Black Metallic 197 is an original body component from the Boot lids and rear parts category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 paint finish ensures visual consistency with the factory Mercedes color palette, making it easier to match with the existing paintwork. This used component allows for a technically correct repair of a damaged boot lid while maintaining the factory body geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2047500275-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2047500275
• Substitutable numbers: A2047500275, A 204 750 02 75, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment

The presented boot lid is a body component mounted in the rear zone of the vehicle, designed specifically for the C-Class C204 body style. The OEM construction guarantees proper alignment with the fender lines, bumper, and tail lights, which translates into correct mounting gaps and the preservation of factory body rigidity.

Thanks to the use of original geometry, the boot lid works with factory hinges, actuators, and the lock, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where precise restoration of the body lines is essential.

Color and paint layer

The boot lid is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197, belonging to the Mercedes metallic paint palette. This type of coating is characterized by a deep black color with a metallic effect that blends well with the body lines and chrome elements.

In practice, this means the possibility of limiting the scope of paintwork – in many cases, local matching and polishing are sufficient instead of a full repaint of the component. This solution allows for shorter repair times and optimized costs while maintaining an aesthetic final result.

Technical characteristics and installation

As a component from the Boot lids and rear parts category, the product is adapted for operation in the rear body zone, where it is responsible for closing the luggage compartment, proper sealing, and integration with the lock and license plate lighting system. The construction of the boot lid provides the appropriate rigidity necessary for the proper operation of the closing mechanism and maintaining the geometry of the boot opening.

The used nature of the part allows for an economical vehicle repair while maintaining original build quality. Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard inspection of mounting points, seal surfaces, and prepare the element in accordance with the bodywork and paint procedures used in Mercedes body repair shops.

Practical application and benefits

The use of this boot lid is particularly beneficial in situations where the rear part of the body has been damaged, the panel deformed, or corrosion has occurred. Replacing the complete component often allows for avoiding extensive body repairs, shortening the vehicle's downtime in the workshop.

The main benefits include:

• preservation of the factory body line and mounting gaps,
• color consistency with the Obsidian Black Metallic paint,
• possibility of using existing mounting points and hardware,
• economical restoration of full functionality to the rear of the vehicle.

Repair expansion and visual tuning

In the case of restoration projects or visual body tuning, a used boot lid in the original color provides a good base for further modifications, such as the installation of spoilers, lips, or personalized emblems. For those interested in a wider use of used components in styling and technical projects, the article The best used parts for tuning your car, which describes a practical approach to selecting such elements, may be useful.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or additional boot closing components, check the available parts in the Mercedes boot lids and rear parts category.