Mercedes W169 Front Bumper Trim Panel Kosmos Cosmic Black Metallic - 191

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W169 Front Bumper Trim Panel Kosmos Cosmic Black Metallic - 191 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for demanding users who value factory fitment and stylistic consistency. This used bumper in Kosmos Cosmic Black Metallic - 191 allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct body repair without the need to resort to aftermarket replacements of uncertain quality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698854938-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698854938
• Substitutable numbers: A1698854938, A 169 885 49 38
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Technical characteristics and fitment

The presented bumper has been designed specifically for the W169 series body, ensuring proper alignment with the body lines, mounting points, and other rear vehicle components. The construction meets the manufacturer's standards, ensuring that the body geometry is maintained and that installation does not require any modifications or adaptations typical of aftermarket parts.

The Kosmos Cosmic Black Metallic - 191 color is a factory metallic paint, which allows for visual consistency with the remaining body panels in the same shade. For many users, this means the ability to minimize the scope of painting or easier color matching during restoration work.

Function in the body structure

As an element from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, this bumper performs several key roles in the vehicle:

• protects the rear part of the body against minor impacts and operational damage,
• works in conjunction with internal reinforcements and energy absorption elements,
• ensures proper body line alignment and an aesthetic finish for the rear zone of the vehicle,
• serves as a mounting base for additional components, such as trim, sensors, or reflectors – depending on the specific vehicle configuration.

By maintaining the original geometry, the bumper supports the proper functioning of passive safety systems, which are linked to the body structure and crumple zones.

Color and visual aspects

The finish in Kosmos Cosmic Black Metallic - 191 is a popular, elegant configuration used in many Mercedes compact class vehicles. Metallic black masks minor dirt well while highlighting the body shape in both daylight and artificial light. For vehicle owners with the same color, this means:

• easier visual matching to other panels,
• a consistent look after rear body repairs,
• preservation of the characteristic, elegant Mercedes style.

Practical benefits of using an OEM component

Choosing a used OEM bumper for a Mercedes W169 is a solution that combines cost control with the preservation of factory standards. The original element from the Bumpers and reinforcements group ensures:

• compatibility with factory mounting points,
• proper fitment to fenders, the trunk lid, and other panels,
• maintenance of the original body line after repair.

A used component is a good choice for post-accident repairs, visual corrections, and restoring the vehicle to a near-factory condition without exceeding your budget.

Expanding the scope of repair – Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional reinforcements, beams, or covers, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements category.

More about vehicle customization

If, alongside body repairs, you are considering improving the comfort and appearance of the cabin, it is worth checking out our guide on interior modifications using proven, used components. You will find practical tips in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which describes how to consciously select equipment elements to achieve a functional and aesthetic effect.