Mercedes W204 Front Right O/S Side Panel Wing Fender Black Painted

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W204 Front Right O/S Side Panel Wing Fender Black Painted is an original body component from the Front fenders category, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. The paint in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 shade allows for an aesthetic match to the factory body color, facilitating post-accident repairs or the replacement of a worn-out part. It is a practical solution for users who value a consistent appearance and correct body geometry for their Mercedes.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048801418-BLA
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048801418
• Substitutable numbers: A2048801418, A 204 880 14 18, A2048800218, A 204 880 02 18
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and body fitment

The presented fender has been specifically designed for Mercedes W204 class models as a component mounted on the front right side. Thanks to its factory geometry, it maintains the correct body lines, which is important for both aerodynamics and proper alignment with the hood, bumper, and passenger door. The design intended for this generation of Mercedes facilitates installation at factory mounting points without the need for structural modifications.

Color and paint finish

The fender is already painted in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197, which reduces the scope of paint work required by the workshop. The metallic coating provides a characteristic, deep shade of black with a subtle reflective effect in the light, typical of the factory Mercedes finish. For many users, this means the ability to return the vehicle to service faster while maintaining a consistent aesthetic across the entire side of the body.

Characteristics of the used component

The item comes from the secondary market, which in practice allows for combining reasonable repair costs with the preservation of the manufacturer's original specifications. A used fender is a good solution in situations where the priority is technical installation accuracy and compliance with the factory body line, while simultaneously limiting expenses compared to a new part. These types of components are frequently chosen by both body and paint shops and by conscious users who are independently sourcing parts for repairs.

Benefits of using an original front fender

Using an original fender from the Front fenders group in a Mercedes W204 translates into several significant benefits:

• preservation of factory gaps and connection lines with adjacent body panels,
• easier fitment to existing mounting points and internal components,
• visual consistency with the rest of the bodywork thanks to the matching profile and stampings,
• reduction in the scope of preparatory work before installation and painting.

For users who want to restore their vehicle to a state close to factory condition, choosing such a component is particularly advantageous in terms of both technical and visual aspects.

Expanding repairs within the front body area

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 covers, panels, or other wings, check the available parts in the Mercedes Front fenders category.

When planning broader body and paint work, it is also worth ensuring the proper interaction of body components with the drivetrain and suspension, especially in vehicles used intensively. For a better understanding of the relationship between the condition of the body and the operation of the drivetrain, the guide article Clutch and dual-mass flywheel – diagnostics and selection of drivetrain parts, which discusses practical aspects of selecting and operating key components, may be helpful.