Mercedes W203 Door Rear Right O/S Obsidian Black Metallic - 197

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 W203 Door Rear Right O/S Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for precise installation in the side section of the vehicle. This used panel ensures a factory fit, maintaining the correct geometry, body lines, and visual consistency with the remaining body elements in the Obsidian Black Metallic shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2037300805-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2037300805
• Substitutable numbers: A2037300805, A 203 730 08 05
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and body fitment

The presented rear right door is structurally prepared for installation on the passenger side in the rear section of the Mercedes C-Class W203 generation. The component is designed as a full-size side panel that restores the proper rigidity of the sill area and pillars, as well as the correct alignment of the vehicle's side profile.

The original geometry of the door facilitates alignment with the rear fender, sill, and B-pillar, which reduces the need for additional bodywork adjustments. This makes it possible to maintain correct panel gaps and ensures proper operation of the lock and hinges after correct adjustment.

Obsidian Black Metallic color – benefits for repairs

The door is finished in the factory Obsidian Black Metallic color, which is a significant advantage for post-accident repairs and visual touch-ups. The metallic paint allows for aesthetic matching to the existing body coating, and in many cases, limits the scope of painting to local blending instead of full painting of the entire side of the vehicle.

The uniform shade and structure of the paint coating facilitate the painter's work, shorten the surface preparation time, and reduce the risk of visible color differences between the newly installed door and other body elements.

Structural characteristics and installation

As an element from the Doors and door panels category, this body panel serves as a load-bearing base for internal and external equipment, such as upholstery, seals, locks, hinges, or glass. The door structure is prepared to withstand operational loads associated with frequent opening and closing, as well as to work with factory mounting points in the body.

The appropriately selected weight of the component helps maintain the proper balance of the vehicle and the correct operation of the window lifting mechanisms and the lock after proper installation. The used nature of the part means that before installation, it is worth performing a standard body inspection and surface preparation in accordance with workshop procedures.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing the complete rear right door is particularly beneficial in situations where damage involves both the outer skin and the internal structure, and local repair would be time-consuming or unprofitable. Using an original component allows you to restore:

• the correct side line of the body,
• the rigidity of the side zone in the area of the sills and pillars,
• proper closing and positioning of the door relative to the body.

For body and paint shops, this is a solution that simplifies the repair process, and for the vehicle user – a way to maintain a consistent appearance of the car and the proper functionality of the entry zone for rear seat passengers.

Expanding Mercedes door repairs

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

Technical support and service knowledge

For major body repairs, it is also worth considering the condition of key vehicle systems, such as engine cooling or the lubrication system, to avoid secondary damage resulting from previous collisions or engine overheating. Additional information on the impact of engine operating temperature on its durability and practical service tips can be found in the article Engine cooling system – overheating, repair, and used radiators.