Mercedes SLK R172 Door Front Right O/S Iridium Silver Metallic - 775

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 SLK R172 Door Front Right O/S Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. The Iridium Silver Metallic paint finish allows for a seamless match with the factory body color, facilitating post-accident repairs or the replacement of a damaged panel. This used component ensures factory geometry and maintains the body lines characteristic of the SLK R172 model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1727200405-IRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1717200205
• Substitutable numbers: A1717200205, A 171 720 02 05
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The presented front right door is dedicated to the Mercedes SLK R172 generation and serves as a structurally complete side panel for the front passenger area. By retaining the original skin structure and contours, the component allows for the precise recreation of the factory body line without the need for interference with the pillar or sill structure.

Its placement in the front right area of the body makes it suitable for use both in repairs following side collisions and when replacing a part due to corrosion or wear-related damage. Using an original door reduces the need for additional bodywork adjustments and shortens workshop repair time.

Color and paint coating

The door is finished in Iridium Silver Metallic, corresponding to the factory paint code 775 used by Mercedes. The metallic coating provides a characteristic, subtle gloss and blends well with the lines of the SLK roadster body, which is important for both aesthetic and practical reasons – in many cases, it allows for limiting the scope of painting to local touch-ups and polishing.

The uniform color and compliance with the factory color palette make it easier to match the door to the existing bodywork, which is crucial for repairs where the priority is maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance and minimizing shade differences between adjacent panels.

Structural characteristics

As a component in the Doors and door panels category, the panel serves both a structural and protective function in the side section of the body. The properly designed geometry of the mounting edges enables correct gap alignment relative to the fender, sill, and pillar, which translates into proper closing and reduced wind noise while driving.

The door construction is adapted to withstand loads resulting from daily use, including frequent opening and closing, as well as compatibility with factory hinges, locks, and seals. The appropriate weight of the element promotes the proper operation of the hinge mechanism and the stability of the entire door module.

Use in repairs and upgrades

The used front right door for the Mercedes SLK R172 is suitable for both professional body and paint shops and workshops specializing in the restoration of this brand's vehicles. Replacing the entire door panel is often a more predictable solution than extensive body repairs, especially in cases of more severe mechanical damage or edge corrosion.

The element can also be used in upgrade projects where maintaining original fitment quality and compatibility with factory interior components, windows, and door electrical wiring is key.

Complementary Mercedes Doors and door panels

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

Support in choosing used parts

When selecting body components, many users consider different repair strategies – from regeneration to the use of used components. To better evaluate which solution is more beneficial in your case, it is worth checking out the practical tips regarding the comparison of these options in the article Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repairs?.