Mercedes Benz CLK Class C209 Door Front Left N/S Cubanite Silver - 723

Mercedes Benz CLK Class C209 Door Front Left N/S Cubanite Silver is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the driver's side in the front part of the vehicle. This solution allows for professional repair of the side body zone while maintaining factory geometry, proper fitment, and the consistent styling line characteristic of the Mercedes brand.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2097200105-CS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2097200105
• Substitutable numbers: A2097200105, A 209 720 01 05
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Cubanite Silver Metallic - 723
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The presented door has been designed as a component mounted in the front area on the left side of the body, which guarantees proper fitment to the structure of the pillars, sills, and factory hinges. This makes it possible to maintain correct gaps between body panels, which is important for both aesthetics and the vehicle's sealing and aerodynamics.

The original Mercedes origin promotes compatibility with factory locks, seals, window fittings, and electrical wiring, which facilitates the transfer of equipment from the previously installed door and reduces the need for additional modifications.

Color and paintwork aspect

The door is finished in the Cubanite Silver Metallic - 723 shade, which is a characteristic metallic silver used in many Mercedes models. This color allows for aesthetic matching to a body in the same shade or serves as a good base for potential repainting if the vehicle has a different color.

The metallic paint coating promotes even light distribution on the surface, which helps maintain a consistent look for the entire side of the car after repair. In practice, this facilitates the work of the painter, who can focus on precisely matching the shade and clear coat structure to the rest of the bodywork.

Characteristics of the used component

The door comes from dismantling, which means these are original components from an operated vehicle. Such body elements are often chosen by workshops and individual users as a reasonable compromise between repair cost and maintaining factory build quality.

In the case of a door, it is essential that the load-bearing structure, mounting edges, and hinge and lock attachment points maintain proper geometry – a used OEM element usually meets these requirements better than aftermarket parts of uncertain origin. This allows for more efficient door alignment relative to the body and reduces the time required for adjustment.

Application in body repairs

Replacing the complete door in Mercedes CLK C209 models is a frequently used repair method after side damage, when body repair of the existing element would be too time-consuming or unprofitable. Using an original door from the same model group allows for:

• maintaining proper side body stiffness,
• maintaining correct window guidance in the frame,
• easier fitting of seals and decorative trims,
• reducing the need for large amounts of body filler.

For body and paint workshops, this means a shorter vehicle preparation time for release and a lower risk of complaints related to leaks or improper door closing.

Mounting zone and equipment compatibility

The location in the front, left part of the vehicle makes the door perform a key functional role – it is through it that the driver enters and exits the car. Therefore, it is essential that this element is properly matched to the factory hinges, lock, and door checks, which translates into comfort of daily operation.

Original doors from this body series are adapted to work with factory electrical harnesses, which facilitates the installation of window, mirror, or central locking controls, if such equipment is present in the given vehicle unit.

Expanding repairs within the door area

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

To better plan the scope of work and vehicle downtime in the service, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding the use of used OEM elements – you will find them in the article Availability of car parts off the shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten the stay in the workshop?.