Mercedes W245 Door Rear Left N/S Covering Panel Polar Silver Metallic - 761

Listing details and visual condition of the part

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

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

Mercedes W245 Door Rear Left N/S Covering Panel Polar Silver Metallic - 761 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. The panel in the elegant Polar Silver Metallic - 761 color allows for a visually and technically consistent body repair without the need for aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697301705-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697301705
• Substitutable numbers: A1697302105, A 169 730 21 05, A1697301705, A 169 730 17 05
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the covering panel

The presented covering panel is an element of the external rear left door structure, responsible for protecting the door construction and maintaining the proper geometry of the side part of the body. Its placement in the rear zone on the driver's side ensures compatibility with the factory body line of the specific vehicle generation, which facilitates bodywork and reduces the need for additional modifications.

This component is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, correcting parking damage, and restoring the vehicle to its factory design specifications. Thanks to the preservation of the original form, the panel allows for precise alignment with adjacent body elements.

Color Polar Silver Metallic - 761 and visual aspects

The finish in the Polar Silver Metallic - 761 shade allows for aesthetic matching to a body in the same color, which in many cases limits the scope of necessary paint work. The uniform color and metallic surface structure help achieve a consistent visual effect across the entire side plane of the vehicle.

In practice, this means faster repair completion, easier optical matching to other body elements, and the preservation of the look characteristic of this color version. For users who care about maintaining the original body styling, this is a more advantageous solution than random replacements with a different shade or coating quality.

Mounting parameters and functional properties

The panel has been designed to work in the rear, left zone of the body, which translates into appropriate profiling of edges, stampings, and mounting points. Such fitment facilitates installation in workshop conditions, shortens the time required to adjust the element, and reduces the risk of stress in the door structure.

The specific weight of the element is adapted to the door construction, ensuring it does not negatively affect the operation of hinges, the lock, or mechanisms responsible for opening and closing. The use of an original covering panel promotes the maintenance of the correct load distribution within the door wing.

Product characteristics and practical application

As an element from the Doors and door panels category, the covering panel is intended for service, repair, and renovation applications in Mercedes vehicles. It is suitable for both professional body and paint shops and specialized services dealing with body reconstruction.

The product in used condition allows for an economical repair while maintaining the original design specification. This is a particularly beneficial solution in situations where the priority is to combine correct body geometry with a reasonable repair budget.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as skins, panels, or reinforcements, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

Expert support for choosing used body parts

When selecting a used covering panel, it is worth considering the specifics of the post-accident repair, the extent of damage, and the requirements for further body and paint work. For a better understanding of the differences between used parts and replacements, as well as for optimal planning of the body repair process, the following article describing the practical aspects of such a choice may be helpful: Post-accident repair of your car: why are used body parts a better choice than replacements?.