Mercedes W245 Protective Strip Right O/S Rear Fender Cosmic Black Metallic - 191

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W245 Protective Strip Right O/S Rear Fender Cosmic Black Metallic is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the right side of the rear of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the fender edge and additional protection for the paint surface in a critical area of the bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696904262-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696904262
• Substitutable numbers: A1696904262, A 169 690 42 62, A1696983462, A 169 698 34 62
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The presented protective strip has been designed specifically for the Mercedes B-Class W245 model as a tailored exterior component for the right rear fender. Its task is to protect the edge of the body panel from minor mechanical damage and to maintain the consistent side line of the vehicle.

Thanks to its factory profile, the strip works with the original mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the correct geometry of the body panels. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, body and paint corrections, or when replacing a damaged component with an original part.

Color and visual fit

The component is finished in Cosmic Black Metallic - 191, which allows for a consistent match with the factory body paint in this shade. The metallic paint coating provides characteristic depth and gloss, ensuring the strip blends harmoniously with the remaining body panels.

In the case of local repairs, using an originally painted strip limits the scope of painting work, which can shorten the repair time and make it easier to achieve an even color transition at the junction of the elements.

Placement on the vehicle and installation aspects

The strip is intended for installation on the rear part of the body on the right side, in the fender area. This placement means the component operates in a zone exposed to dirt, minor stone chips, and contact with door edges, which is why the use of a dedicated protective strip is significant for both utility and aesthetics.

The original origin from the Mercedes brand promotes proper fitment with adjacent panels and the maintenance of factory gaps between body elements. With correct installation, the strip does not require additional modifications, which is important from the point of view of body repair quality.

Application in body repairs

This type of protective strip is particularly useful for:

• repairs after collisions in the rear right part of the vehicle,
• replacing corroded or damaged body panels,
• restoring the original appearance of the side body line,
• local paint renovations in the rear fender zone.

Using an original component from the Doors and door panels group allows for compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications, which is important both during operation and when reselling the car later.

Condition and benefits of choosing a used part

The component is offered as a used part, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original manufacturing quality. In many cases, a used protective strip with preserved paint in the correct color allows for reducing the scope of preparatory and painting work.

For body and paint workshops as well as individual users, this means the possibility of an economical repair while utilizing a component originating from the original Mercedes production line.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side body zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as door panels, reinforcements, or additional strips, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

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