Mercedes W245 Side Wing Panel Fender Front Right O/S Comet Grey Metallic - 748

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W245 Side Wing Panel Fender Front Right O/S Comet Grey Metallic is an original body component designed for precise installation on the passenger side. Thanks to its factory-spec profiling and maintained geometry, it serves as a functional solution for accident repairs and bodywork restorations. The paint in the Comet Grey Metallic - 748 shade often allows for minimizing the scope of paintwork required.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698801018-KMG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698801018
• Substitutable numbers: A1698801018, A 169 880 10 18
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and body fitment

The presented fender is designed specifically for the Mercedes B-Class W245 model and is mounted on the front right side of the vehicle. It is responsible for maintaining the correct side line and ensuring proper alignment with the hood, bumper, headlight, and door, which is crucial for both the aesthetics and aerodynamics of the vehicle. The construction, based on factory mounting points, facilitates installation and helps maintain proper panel gaps.

Technical characteristics and color

The fender belongs to the group of body components known as Front Fenders, responsible for protecting the wheel arch from water, mud, and minor mechanical damage. Its placement on the front right side of the vehicle ensures compatibility with the factory mounting system of the Mercedes W245, which is essential when replacing parts after a collision or correcting body geometry.

The Comet Grey Metallic - 748 color is a popular metallic grey shade used in the Mercedes range, which works well with other components painted in the same code. In many cases, this allows for installation without the need for a full repaint of the entire component, limiting work to potential polishing or minor local touch-ups, which reduces repair time and costs.

Benefits of using an original fender

Using an original fender from this series offers a number of practical advantages:

• preservation of the factory body line and correct panel gaps,
• compatibility with original mounting points and accessories,
• easier alignment with the headlight, bumper, and passenger-side door,
• color consistency with the Comet Grey Metallic - 748 paint.

As a result, the fender is suitable for both standard replacement after damage and more extensive body and paint work, where dimensional repeatability and mounting stability are key.

Use in Mercedes repairs and restorations

This component is particularly useful for repairs in the front right wheel arch area, where damage often occurs due to parking collisions, contact with curbs, or minor obstacles. Replacing the fender helps restore the correct body shape, which is important not only for visual reasons but also for the subsequent adjustment of the door, hood, and bumper. The used nature of the part makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Expanding the scope of repairs – Mercedes Front Fenders

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

More about Mercedes technical solutions

If you are interested in a broader context of design solutions and the evolution of bodies and components in cars of this brand, it is worth reading the article describing the development of flagship models – The evolution of the Mercedes S-Class: from W140 to W222 – innovations, model differences, and Mercedes auto parts over the years. This is a useful source of knowledge when planning long-term operation and servicing of Mercedes vehicles.