Mercedes CLC CL203 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Obsidian Black Metallic - 197

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes CLC CL203 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is an original body component from the Boot lids and rear parts category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Obsidian Black Metallic color, it allows for a visually consistent match with the factory paintwork and maintains the aesthetics of the Mercedes body.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2037400305-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2037400305
• Substitutable numbers: A2037400305, A 203 740 03 05
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment

This presented boot lid is dedicated to the rear body section of the Mercedes CL203 model family. Its placement in the rear area of the vehicle means the component is responsible for both closing the luggage compartment and ensuring the correct geometry of the body lines and the tightness of the rear bodywork.

Thanks to the use of the factory Mercedes design, the lid retains the correct mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for precise alignment with the fenders, bumper, and trunk seals.

Color and paint finish

The lid is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197, one of the popular dark shades used in the Mercedes range. The metallic structure of the paint provides a characteristic depth and shine, and selecting the correct shade helps reduce the scope of any potential paintwork required when replacing the component.

For users who own a vehicle with the same paint code, such a boot lid serves as an advantageous base for renovating the rear of the body without the need for a full repaint of the entire element in a different color.

Structural characteristics

As an item from the Boot lids and rear parts category, the product is responsible for several key body functions:

• closing and sealing the luggage compartment,
• maintaining the proper rigidity of the rear bodywork,
• correct guidance of the body's stylistic lines,
• providing an appropriate surface for mounting equipment (hinges, lock, license plate lighting, emblems – according to the vehicle configuration).

The original design of the lid allows for the use of factory mounting points and compatibility with standard rear equipment components of the car.

Condition and service application

The boot lid is a used component, which makes it an attractive solution for accident repairs, bodywork corrections, or replacing corroded parts. Compared to new body parts, a used component often allows for a significant reduction in the cost of restoring the vehicle to full visual and functional efficiency.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial for:

• repairs after rear-end collisions,
• renovation of older Mercedes CL203 models,
• reconstruction projects where maintaining the original body geometry is important.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes lid

Using an original boot lid in Obsidian Black Metallic brings a number of practical advantages:

• Factory fitment – maintaining the correct dimensions and mounting points facilitates bodywork and gap adjustment.
• Visual consistency – compliance with the factory paint code limits the scope of paintwork and speeds up the repair process.
• Cost optimization – a used body component is a reasonable compromise between price and functionality while maintaining original construction quality.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, panels, or other rear closing elements, check out the available parts in the Mercedes boot lids and rear parts category.

For drivers interested in a broader approach to vehicle regeneration and the conscious selection of used drivetrain components and associated parts, a guide describing how to assess the condition of subassemblies and common purchasing mistakes may be helpful – detailed information can be found in the article Second-hand differential – what you need to know about used differentials, sensors, and drivetrain systems.