Mercedes W204 Side Wing Panel Front Left N/S Fender Obsidian Black Metallic 197

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W204 Side Wing Panel Front Left N/S Fender Obsidian Black Metallic 197 is an original body component from the Front Fenders group, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. The Obsidian Black Metallic paint finish allows for an aesthetic match to the factory bodywork, facilitating post-accident repairs or the replacement of a worn component without unnecessary modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048801318-OB4
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048801318
• Substitutable numbers: A2048801318, A 204 880 13 18, A2048800118, A 204 880 01 18
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment

The presented fender has been designed specifically for the Mercedes W204 series models, taking into account the geometry of the factory bodywork and mounting points in the front area, on the driver's side. The placement on the vehicle, defined as front – left side, ensures proper alignment with the hood, bumper, headlight, and door, which is crucial for maintaining correct panel gaps and structural rigidity.

Technical characteristics and color

The fender belongs to the Front Fenders group, which means it serves a protective function for the front corner of the body, shielding the wheel, suspension components, and inner sill structures from water, mud, and minor mechanical damage. The applied paint in the Obsidian Black Metallic – 197 shade is a popular metallic black used in factory Mercedes configurations, allowing for a visually consistent restoration of the vehicle's side profile.

The metallic paint coating promotes even light distribution across the surface, which improves the visual perception of the entire side of the car after repair. Thanks to this, the component can be used both in routine repairs and in more extensive bodywork and paint jobs where maintaining a uniform color scheme is important.

Condition of the component and use in repairs

The offered fender is a used part, which in practice means a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original body geometry. Compared to non-factory replacements, the original body panel ensures proper fitment to factory mounting points, which facilitates the body technician's work and reduces the time required for adjusting gaps and aligning edges.

Using an original fender in a repair:

• limits the need for additional mounting modifications,
• makes it easier to maintain the factory body line,
• promotes the maintenance of the proper rigidity of the front part of the body.

Benefits of using an original fender

Using an original front fender for a Mercedes allows for a technically correct reconstruction of the front zone after a collision or corrosion. Precise fitment to the W204 structure translates into:

• stable mounting at factory points,
• correct alignment of the side body line,
• easier adjustment of the headlight and bumper relative to the fender.

For body and paint workshops, this means less corrective work, and for the user – a more predictable final repair result and an aesthetic appearance of the vehicle after all components are assembled.

Expanding repairs within the bodywork

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

For users interested in optimizing service costs for other brands, including popular VW models, a guide describing a practical approach to the used parts market may be helpful – you will find detailed tips in the article Repairing a Volkswagen on a budget? Discover how to save on original car parts.