Door Handle Cap Mercedes W205 W213 Cover Trim Front Right O/S Brilliant Blue 896

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Door Handle Cap Mercedes W205 W213 Cover Trim Front Right O/S Brilliant Blue in Brilliant Blue Metallic is an original body component designed for the aesthetic finishing of the exterior door handle. Thanks to the factory paint in the Brilliant Blue – 896 shade, it ensures a consistent look with the rest of the body panels and maintains the styling lines of the C-Class and E-Class models. It is a practical solution when replacing a damaged or missing cap following bodywork and paint repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-A0997661800-BRB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A0997661800
• Substitutable numbers: A0997661800, A 099 766 18 00
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Brilliant Blue Metallic - 896
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented cap is a component from the Door handles group and has been designed for installation on the front right door of the vehicle. The design corresponds to the factory solution used in Mercedes W205 and W213 class vehicles, which allows for maintaining the correct handle geometry and proper fitment with the door line.

The placement on the passenger side of the vehicle facilitates precise identification of the part when planning repairs or replacing a single handle component without interfering with other parts of the door opening mechanism.

Color and finish Brilliant Blue Metallic – 896

The factory Brilliant Blue Metallic – 896 paint is a distinctive metallic shade used in the Mercedes color palette, providing an elegant, modern look to the body. Using an original color on the handle cap reduces the need for additional painting and makes it easier to achieve a uniform surface without tonal differences.

As a result, this item is particularly useful in situations where only the cap is being replaced, while the rest of the handle and door remain intact – this minimizes the scope of workshop work and shortens the time required to return the vehicle to service.

Characteristics of the used part

The part is offered as used, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show typical signs of wear consistent with the age of the car. This type of component is a good choice for economical repairs when the priority is to maintain the original construction and color at reasonable service costs.

In the case of body parts such as handle caps, using a used part often allows for a better color match than repainting a replacement, which is significant for metallic paint shades.

Use in repairs and upgrades

The Door Handle Cap Mercedes W205 W213 Cover Trim Front Right O/S Brilliant Blue can be used both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for tidying up body details after bodywork repairs. It also works well in situations where it is necessary to replace a missing handle fragment after disassembly or interference with the door installation.

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 covers, moldings, or additional handle segments, check the available parts in the Mercedes Door handles category.

How to choose the right handle cap

To precisely match this cap to a specific car, it is worth verifying compatibility by OEM number or interchangeable numbers and checking the paint color assigned to the vehicle. It is also helpful to compare the shape and mounting points with the removed part, which minimizes the risk of error when ordering.

If you want to check the compatibility of the part with your car step-by-step based on the VIN and OEM number, use our practical guide: Guide: how to choose the right car part by VIN and OEM number.