Mercedes W245 Side Wing Panel Fender Front Left N/S Cosmic Black Metallic - 191

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W245 Side Wing Panel Fender Front Left N/S Cosmic Black Metallic - 191 is an original body component from the Front fenders category, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle's front. Finished in an elegant Cosmic Black Metallic color, it allows for a visually and technically consistent replacement of a damaged panel without the need for fitting aftermarket parts of uncertain origin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698800918-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698800718
• Substitutable numbers: A1698800718, A 169 880 07 18, A1698800518, A 169 880 05 18
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and body fitment

The presented fender is designed as a factory component for the Mercedes W245 series, with a precisely defined positioning on the front left side of the vehicle. This ensures the maintenance of the correct wheel arch geometry, hood lines, and alignment with the doors and bumper, which is crucial for proper panel gap management and the aesthetics of the entire bodywork.

Thanks to its construction in accordance with the manufacturer's standards, the fender provides appropriate mounting points, the correct edge profile, and compatibility with factory assembly components. This is a particularly beneficial solution for post-accident repairs, where stability, dimensional repeatability, and predictable body behavior are essential.

Visual characteristics and Cosmic Black Metallic color

The Cosmic Black Metallic – 191 color is a distinctive metallic black used by the Mercedes brand, allowing for consistency with the vehicle's original paint. Using the correct shade facilitates the visual matching process during painting and reduces the risk of visible tonal differences between the new fender and the remaining body panels.

The metallic structure of the paint promotes an even distribution of light reflections on the surface, which improves the visual perception of the entire side of the car. Combined with the factory geometry of the panel, this allows for an aesthetic, cohesive effect after the completion of body and paint work.

Performance parameters and assembly advantages

The fender belongs to the Front fenders group, which are components responsible for protecting the front wheel arch, guiding airflow along the body, and shielding the engine compartment and doors from direct exposure to water, mud, and small debris. A properly selected panel contributes to:

• maintaining the correct aerodynamics of the side part of the body,
• stable mounting of the wheel arch liner and internal covers,
• correct edge alignment relative to the hood and doors,
• reducing the risk of corrosion in the front left wheel arch area.

As a used part, it allows for an economical repair of the vehicle while maintaining the manufacturer's original construction. This is a practical solution for body shops and individual users who expect a compromise between repair costs and maintaining factory manufacturing standards.

Professional use in body repairs

Using an original fender in the repair process facilitates the work of body technicians and painters – the panel is prepared for standard assembly procedures, without the need for modifying edges or mounting points. This helps shorten fitting time, reduce the number of corrections, and ensure a predictable final result after reassembling the entire front left part of the body.

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

Additional technical support

For users interested in a wider range of vehicle upgrades – especially in the area of exhaust systems and performance components – a guide article describing the selection of used parts for popular brands may be helpful. More information can be found in the material: Performance exhaust system: used manifolds and sports catalytic converters on the road.