Mercedes-Benz C W203 Rear Left N/S Door Trim Molding Strip Tanzanite Blue - 359

Mercedes-Benz C W203 Rear Left N/S Door Trim Molding Strip Tanzanite Blue is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. The precisely shaped profile ensures proper alignment with the side body line, while the factory paint in the Tanzanite Blue Metallic – 359 shade helps maintain visual consistency with the rest of the bodywork. It is a practical solution for accident repairs, correcting parking damage, or aesthetic restoration of the side body section.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2036905162-TB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2036905162
• Substitutable numbers: A2036905162, A 203 690 51 62, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The described molding is intended for installation on the rear left door of a Mercedes C-Class W203 generation vehicle. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower door area while also serving a protective function, reducing the risk of minor paint damage in the area most exposed to contact with other vehicles or obstacles.

Thanks to its factory shape and appropriately selected mounting points, the molding fits the door panel contours, which facilitates installation and helps maintain the styling line characteristic of the W203. This solution is particularly useful when replacing a single component after local damage, without the need for intervention on the entire door surface.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in the Tanzanite Blue Metallic – 359 shade, used by the factory in selected Mercedes C-Class W203 models. The use of the original metallic color allows for a seamless blend with the remaining body panels, which is particularly important for repairs where maintaining a uniform color and depth of paint is desired.

In practice, this means the possibility of limiting the scope of painting to a minimum or eliminating it entirely, provided that the other body elements are in the same shade and in a similar visual condition. This is a beneficial solution in terms of both repair time and service costs.

Installation characteristics

The molding has been designed as a component dedicated to a specific model and side of the vehicle, which translates into predictable, orderly installation. Proper profiling relative to the door edge and factory mounting points allow for:

• maintaining the correct geometry relative to the lower door edge,
• stable seating on the metal surface,
• reducing the need for additional adjustments during installation.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial in body and paint shops, where the repeatability of the effect and the ability to quickly replace the component as part of standard repair procedures are valued.

Application in body repairs and restoration

The door molding in Tanzanite Blue Metallic will work well both for post-collision repairs and for the gradual visual restoration of older W203 models. It enables:

• replacing a damaged or scratched molding without interfering with the door structure,
• restoring a consistent look to the side of the body,
• reducing the visibility of previous bodywork repairs in the lower door area.

For users who care about the aesthetics of their vehicle, this is a simple way to refresh the look of the side body line without the need for extensive paint work.

Expanding the scope of repairs – related components

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

For a broader perspective on design solutions and finishing standards in cars of this brand, the article describing the development of subsequent generations of flagship models may be helpful – you can find it here: Evolution of the Mercedes S-Class: from W140 to W222 – innovations and Mercedes parts in service practice.