Mercedes W205 W213 Door Handle Base Rear Left Exterior Obsidian Black 197

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W205 W213 Door Handle Base Rear Left Exterior Obsidian Black 197 is an original body component from the Door handles category, designed for installation in the rear left section of the vehicle. The part in Obsidian Black Metallic allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged handle, maintaining the factory body line and paint consistency.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A0997602100-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A0997602100
• Substitutable numbers: A0997602100, A 099 760 21 00
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented handle is designed as an external door opening component for the rear left side of the body. The placement on the vehicle is clearly defined, which facilitates the selection of the correct component for post-accident repairs or the replacement of worn-out parts.

The original Mercedes origin ensures the maintenance of factory assembly clearances, proper operation of the opening mechanism, and compatibility with standard design solutions used in W205 and W213 models.

Color and body aesthetics

The handle is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197, which allows for a consistent match with factory-painted body elements in this color. The metallic black provides a uniform visual appearance, reducing the need for additional painting when replacing the part on vehicles with the same paint code.

By maintaining the original paint coating specifications, the handle integrates well with the side line of the car, minimizing shade differences and improving the overall aesthetics of the vehicle after repair.

Functional characteristics and installation

As an item from the Door handles category, the product is responsible for the daily operation of the passenger door in the rear left part of the vehicle. The design provided by the manufacturer allows for the correct transfer of forces during opening and closing, which is important for the durability of the mechanism and user comfort.

The part is used, which in practice means the possibility of an economical repair while maintaining the original geometry and manufacturing standard characteristic of the Mercedes brand. Proper selection of the component for a specific model and body version allows for installation in place of the factory handle without the need for structural modifications.

Application in repairs and renovations

This external door handle is suitable for both local post-accident repairs and comprehensive renovation of the side body section, where maintaining visual consistency and proper door functionality is required. Choosing an original dismantled part reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of lower-precision aftermarket replacements.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as external handles, covers, or additional control elements, check out the available parts in the Mercedes door handles category.

Support in choosing parts

When selecting body components, many users consider different repair strategies – from regeneration to the installation of used components. To better evaluate when a used part is a more favorable solution compared to a regenerated one, it is worth reading the practical tips included in the article Regenerated or used original – which part to choose for repairs?. This will allow you to consciously plan the scope of work and choose the optimal method for restoring the vehicle's functionality and aesthetics.