Mercedes SLK R171 Seat Headrest Front Left Right Seat N/O/S Leather Black

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes SLK R171 Seat Headrest Front Left Right Seat N/O/S Leather Black is an original interior equipment component from the Seats and benches group, designed for installation on the front driver or passenger seats. The black leather finish ensures a cohesive, elegant cabin look and comfortable head support while driving. It is a practical solution both for replacing a damaged headrest and for refreshing the vehicle's interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1719700250-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1719700250
• Substitutable numbers: A1719700250, A 171 970 02 50
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and interior fitment

The presented headrest is designed for the front seats of the Mercedes SLK R171 model, with the option of installation on either the left or right side. As a result, it can serve as a replacement for both the driver's and passenger's headrest, making it easy to adapt to current service or modernization needs.

The black shade of the upholstery allows for maintaining stylistic consistency with the factory interior finish, while also serving as a good base for further cabin tuning. This is a particularly beneficial solution when you want to maintain the original character of the Mercedes while enhancing its utility.

Material and functional characteristics

The headrest is made of leather upholstery, which translates into a material that is pleasant to the touch and easy to maintain. Leather withstands daily use well and, with proper care, retains an aesthetic appearance for a long time. This is especially important in vehicles used intensively, where seat components are exposed to frequent contact.

Its placement at the front of the vehicle means that this element significantly impacts travel comfort. Stable head support improves seating ergonomics and can reduce fatigue during longer trips. Replacing a worn or damaged headrest with a functional unit allows for restoring the original seat functionality without the need to interfere with the entire seat structure.

Benefits of using an original headrest

Choosing an original headrest from Mercedes primarily ensures a perfect fit to the seat structure and the preservation of the factory design line. Installation is similar to the factory process, which facilitates work for a workshop or a person servicing the car independently. For the user, this means:

• a cohesive cabin look without differences in the texture and color of the upholstery,
• preservation of the ergonomics intended by the manufacturer,
• the possibility of replacing a single element instead of the entire seat.

The product comes from the used parts segment, which allows for reducing repair or interior modernization costs while maintaining the original origin of the component. It is a reasonable compromise between quality and budget, especially in the case of cars where compliance with factory specifications is important.

Application in tuning and interior personalization

The black leather headrest fits well into projects related to refreshing or light tuning of the Mercedes SLK R171 cabin. It can be used both as a replacement element for worn components and as part of a larger seat and bench modernization project. This makes it easy to combine functional repair with visual improvement of the interior.

If you are interested in a broader approach to cabin modification using used parts, it is worth checking out the guide on seat and steering wheel tuning – you will find it in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, where practical ways to improve comfort and interior appearance while maintaining reasonable costs are described.

Expanding modernization within the seats

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

For larger service or tuning projects, where the quick availability of many components in one place counts, the guide describing the impact of a wide assortment on repair time may also be helpful – more information can be found in the article how a wide assortment in one warehouse shortens car downtime at the mechanic.

Summary

Mercedes SLK R171 Seat Headrest Front Left Right Seat N/O/S Leather Black is a practical choice for replacing or modernizing seat elements in this model. The leather upholstery, black color, and design for installation on the front seats on either the left or right side make the product fit well into both standard repairs and interior refreshment projects. It is a solution that allows you to maintain the characteristic style of the Mercedes while ensuring comfort and functionality for daily use.