Mercedes W245 Bumper Panel Front Trim Covering Kosmos Black Metallic - 191

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W245 Bumper Panel Front Trim Covering Kosmos Black Metallic - 191 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. The paint in the Kosmos Black Metallic - 191 shade allows for visual consistency with the factory color palette and facilitates matching with the existing paint coating.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698859325-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698859325
• Substitutable numbers: A1698859325, A 169 885 93 25
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the front bumper

The presented bumper is dedicated to the front body section of the W245 series model, ensuring proper seating in the factory mounting points. The design, compliant with the manufacturer's specifications, enables correct integration with adjacent elements, such as reinforcements, wheel arches, or lower covers, which translates into structural stability and predictable body behavior.

As an item from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, it is responsible for absorbing part of the energy during minor collisions, as well as for properly directing airflow in the front zone of the vehicle. Proper adjustment of the bumper geometry is important both for aerodynamics and for the correct operation of cooling systems and front lighting.

Kosmos Black Metallic - 191 color and visual aspects

The finish in Kosmos Black Metallic - 191 is a dark, metallic paint with a characteristic gloss, often used in premium class vehicles. Using the original shade facilitates integration with the existing paint coating, limiting the scope of any potential paintwork to minor corrections and shade matching to the rest of the bodywork.

When replacing a bumper with a used part in the same color, it is often possible to shorten repair time and optimize costs while maintaining a consistent, aesthetic appearance of the vehicle's front section. For users concerned about visual continuity of the bodywork, this is a practical and technically sound solution.

Installation characteristics and fitment

The bumper has been designed for installation at the factory mounting points on the front of the body, which helps maintain proper gaps between body panels. The correct geometry facilitates aligning the bumper relative to the hood, fenders, and headlights, which is important both for aesthetics and for the correct operation of lighting systems and airflow to the engine compartment.

The item comes from a vehicle and is offered as a used part, which in practice means a real opportunity to reduce repair costs while maintaining the manufacturer's original design. In many cases, such a solution is economically advantageous, especially for post-accident or restoration repairs.

Benefits of using an original bumper

Using an original front bumper for the W245 allows for maintaining factory fitment parameters and body rigidity. Compared to aftermarket replacements, components from the same model line usually fit better into the existing vehicle structure, which limits the need for additional bodywork adjustments.

For users planning long-term vehicle operation, choosing an original component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group can also be beneficial in terms of the car's future resale – maintaining structural and visual consistency is often a significant argument when assessing the condition of the bodywork.

Selection by OEM number and purchase support

When selecting a bumper for a specific equipment version and model year, it is worth verifying compatibility by OEM number and interchangeable numbers. Proper fitment in terms of mounts, pressings, and any mounting holes minimizes the risk of installation problems and allows you to avoid additional modifications.

If you want to check step-by-step how to properly verify part compatibility by OEM number or VIN, the following article will be helpful: Guide: how to choose the right car part by VIN and OEM number. You will find practical tips, a list of questions for the seller, and a checklist for key parameters there.

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