Mercedes SLK R171 Centre Console Armrest Storage Trim Black A1716801310

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes SLK R171 Centre Console Armrest Storage Trim Black is an original interior component designed for installation in the rear part of the centre tunnel of this model. It provides comfortable arm support, organizes the space between the seats, and restores the factory look of the cabin. By maintaining the manufacturer's design, it ensures a secure fit to the factory console and stylistic consistency with other interior elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1716801310-2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1716801310
• Substitutable numbers: A1716801310, A 171 680 13 10
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented armrest is dedicated to the Mercedes SLK R171 model and is mounted in the rear part of the centre console. The design, based on the factory solution, ensures proper alignment with the dashboard, tunnels, and door panels, without the need for modifications or fitting universal replacements.

The element has been designed as an integral part of the interior's central zone, which allows for maintaining the ergonomics intended by the manufacturer – both in terms of the driver's and passenger's arm position, as well as access to switches or storage compartments in the console.

Construction, colour scheme, and interior integration

The armrest is finished in black, which makes it easy to visually match most upholstery configurations used in the SLK R171. The neutral, dark tone blends well with the dashboard, centre tunnels, and decorative elements, reducing the risk of shade differences between individual components.

As an element from the Dashboards group, it has been designed to work with factory mounts and the cockpit's stylistic line. Properly selected proportions and shape allow for maintaining the continuity of the console surface, which is important for both aesthetic and functional reasons (no protruding edges, comfortable hand rest).

Functionality in daily use

The centre console armrest in the Mercedes SLK R171 improves driving comfort, especially during longer trips, by providing stable arm support. At the same time, it serves as an element that organizes the space in the rear part of the tunnel, facilitating the use of functions and storage compartments available there (depending on the specific vehicle configuration).

The original design ensures:

• ergonomic positioning of the driver's and passenger's arm,
• consistent connection with the line of the dashboard and centre tunnel,
• stable mounting in the points provided by the manufacturer,
• easier maintenance of order in the area between the seats.

Characteristics of the used part

The armrest comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains its factory geometry and mounting method. Such components are often chosen for interior repairs after mechanical damage or operational wear, when the goal is to maintain the original character of the cabin without the need to invest in a new element.

Choosing an original, used armrest allows for cost reduction while maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's design, which is important for both user comfort and the vehicle's value.

Support for selection and interior upgrades

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit and centre tunnel area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as console panels, tunnel housings, or dashboard covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Dashboards category.

If you are considering a wider use of recycled parts in your car and want to better understand how to safely reduce repair costs, it is worth reading the guide: Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce brake system repair costs by choosing proven recycled parts.

Summary

Mercedes SLK R171 Centre Console Armrest Storage Trim Black is a practical, original interior element designed for the rear part of the centre tunnel. It ensures comfort of use, maintains stylistic consistency with the dashboard and other cockpit components, and provides a reasonable solution for repairs and refreshing the cabin in this model.