Mercedes W168 Cloth Fabric / Leather Front Right O/S Seat Slate Grey

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W168 Cloth Fabric / Leather Front Right O/S Seat Slate Grey is an original interior component from the Seats and benches group, designed for installation on the right side of the front cabin. The grey finish in a half-leather configuration provides a subdued, functional look that blends well with the factory interior styling of this generation of Mercedes vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1689101847-3
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1689101847
• Substitutable numbers: A1689101847, A 168 910 18 47
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Grey
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and vehicle fitment

The presented seat has been designed specifically for the W168 series models and is intended for installation in the front right part of the cabin. Thanks to its factory design, it maintains the correct geometry of the seat base and backrest, which translates into predictable vehicle behavior while driving and consistency with other interior elements.

Positioning the seat in the front passenger area allows for maintaining the original layout of the cockpit, center console, and door panels, without the need for modifying mounts or interfering with the floor structure.

Construction and finish of the grey half-leather

The grey half-leather combines the practical properties of textile material with more wear-resistant leather panels. This configuration makes it easier to keep the seat clean while limiting clothing slippage during driving. The neutral grey color facilitates integration with various upholstery variants and the dashboard, which is beneficial when partially replacing interior components.

Areas most prone to wear are finished with high-durability material, which helps maintain stable body support in daily use. The seat construction is optimized for ergonomics to provide adequate thigh and back support during both city and long-distance driving.

Functional characteristics of the seat

As a used item, the seat retains its factory geometry and functionality, allowing it to be used both for standard replacement of a worn seat and for gradual interior restoration. The use of half-leather promotes a stable posture, and the properly contoured backrest supports a comfortable passenger position.

In daily use, the grey color scheme reduces the visibility of typical operational dirt, which is practical in vehicles used intensively. The seat works well as a replacement in vehicles where the priority is to maintain the original character of the interior at reasonable repair costs.

Integration with the Mercedes W168 interior

The original W168 series seat allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the cockpit, center console, and door upholstery. As a result, replacing a single seat does not disrupt the overall aesthetics of the cabin, and the interior retains the orderly character typical of the Mercedes brand. This solution is particularly beneficial for gradual car modernization when selected equipment elements are being replaced.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front seating area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional seats, backrests, or rear benches, check the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and benches category.

Comfort expansion and interior modernization

Replacing a seat with a branded salvaged part is an effective way to improve driving comfort and visually refresh the cabin without the need for a full interior overhaul. This type of modernization is particularly noticeable on longer routes, where seat ergonomics and stable support have a direct impact on passenger fatigue.

To better plan the cabin transformation and choose the right set of seats, it is worth reading the guide describing the impact of branded used seats on comfort and vehicle value: Interior transformation: how branded salvaged seats improve comfort and increase car value.

If you are considering broader interior tuning – combining seat replacement with other equipment elements – a practical guide to cabin modifications may also be helpful: Car interior tuning with used seats and steering wheels.