Mercedes R171 Wing Fender Panel Front Left N/S Side Trim Tellurium Silver - 762

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes R171 Wing Fender Panel Front Left N/S Side Trim Tellurium Silver is an original body component designed for precise installation on the driver's side. This used panel provides a functional solution for post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, and restoring the factory geometry and consistent body lines of Mercedes roadsters.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1718800306-PAL
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1718800306
• Substitutable numbers: A1718800306, A 171 880 03 06
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Palladium Silver Metallic - 792
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment

The presented fender belongs to the Front fenders category and is designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. Its placement on the driver's side ensures proper alignment of the hood, bumper, and door lines, which is crucial for both aerodynamics and the visual consistency of the entire front of the car.

The original design dedicated to the Mercedes brand facilitates installation at factory mounting points without the need for modifications or edge adjustments. As a result, the panel works well with adjacent body components, such as the headlight, bumper, and side skirts, which translates into stability and correct panel gaps.

Color and outer layer

The fender is finished in Tellurium Silver, a shade characteristic of many Mercedes paint configurations. The metallic coating promotes even light distribution across the body surface, which helps maintain a consistent vehicle appearance after repair, especially during partial front-end renovations.

The factory color can limit the scope of paint work – in many cases, local matching or polishing is sufficient to achieve a satisfactory visual effect. This is a practical solution for repairs where turnaround time and cost control are important.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used component, the fender represents a reasonable compromise between quality and repair cost. Its original origin promotes the preservation of proper structural rigidity, as well as compatibility with factory mounts and wheel arch equipment.

This type of panel is particularly useful for:

• repairs after collisions involving the front left side of the vehicle,
• replacing corroded or damaged body panels,
• restoring body geometry after previous, unprofessional repairs.

Choosing an original, used fender allows you to maintain the body lines characteristic of Mercedes and ensure proper fitment with the hood and doors, which is harder to achieve with aftermarket parts of universal geometry.

Application in body repairs

The front left fender on a Mercedes R171 roadster plays an important role in protecting the body structure from dirt, water, and road debris. A properly selected panel also supports:

• maintaining the correct line of creases and hood edges,
• stable mounting of the wheel arch liner and any internal covers,
• proper airflow guidance along the side of the vehicle.

Thanks to its dedicated placement on the vehicle, the installation process is orderly, and the risk of issues with adjusting gaps between elements is limited. This is important for both service repairs and the renovation of vehicles used seasonally.

Integration with other Mercedes front fenders

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area of your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as passenger-side panels, additional cladding, or compatible wheel arch covers, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Front fenders category.

When selecting used body parts, it is worth consciously assessing which components work well second-hand and which are better to buy new – you will find helpful tips in the article Renovation and repair of German cars – which used parts are worth buying and which should you avoid?.