Mercedes W221 Door Front Left N/S S-Class 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 W221 Door Front Left N/S S-Class Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the driver's side of the S-Class model. Finished in an elegant Obsidian Black Metallic color, it allows for a consistent, aesthetic, and technically correct repair of the front body section without the need to repaint the entire side of the vehicle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2217200105-OB1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2217200105
• Substitutable numbers: A2217200105, A 221 720 01 05, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The presented item is designed as a factory front left door for the Mercedes S-Class W221 generation body. Its placement in the front driver-side zone ensures full compatibility with the body lines, contours, and factory mounting points for hinges, locks, and internal components.

The original door construction guarantees proper fitment with the fender, rocker panel, pillar, and seals, which translates into correct closing, reduction of wind noise, and maintenance of the factory body geometry.

Color and paint finish

The door is finished in the Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 shade, a popular metallic black used in higher-class Mercedes models. This color allows for:

• easier matching to the vehicle's existing paint coating,
• limiting the scope of paint work to potential local touch-ups,
• maintaining a consistent, elegant appearance of the entire body side.

Metallic black masks minor shade differences well, which is beneficial for post-accident and restoration repairs.

Technical characteristics and installation

The door belongs to the Doors and door panels group, meaning it is a base structural element prepared for the transfer of factory equipment: hinges, lock, window, guides, wiring harness, or upholstery. Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, installation proceeds in a predictable manner for an experienced bodywork technician or mechanic.

The vehicle placement in the front left zone facilitates part identification when comparing with the damaged element and when planning the scope of repair. The appropriate rigidity of the door structure supports the proper operation of the lock and hinges after adjustment.

Condition and benefits of choosing a used part

The item is offered in used condition, which in practice means real cost savings while maintaining the original quality characteristic of the Mercedes brand. For many body repairs, choosing such a part is economically advantageous, especially when the priority is matching the shape, contours, and color to the existing bodywork.

If you are considering whether it is better to repair damaged components or install a complete, used body part, the following article may be helpful: Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repairs?, which discusses the practical differences between these approaches.

Application in Mercedes body repairs

The front left door in Obsidian Black Metallic is suitable for both post-accident repairs and replacing a component due to corrosion or operational damage. Choosing an original door panel allows you to maintain the characteristic side line of the S-Class and the proper guidance of window edges and seals.

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

Summary

Mercedes W221 Door Front Left N/S S-Class Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is a practical solution for users and workshops that expect original body quality within a rational budget. A used, factory element in metallic black allows for a technically correct reconstruction of the front left body section, while maintaining the aesthetics and character of the S-Class model.