Mercedes-Benz A W168 Front Hood Bonnet Radiator Grille Beam Moonlight Silver

Mercedes-Benz A W168 Front Hood Bonnet Radiator Grille Beam Moonlight Silver is an original body component from the Grilles and radiator grilles group, designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle. The Moonlight Silver finish harmoniously blends with the body lines, ensuring a consistent, factory-original look and a secure mounting for the radiator grille.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1688880360-MOON
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1688880360
• Substitutable numbers: A1688880360, A 168 888 03 60, A1688801283, A 168 880 12 83, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Silver
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and function of the component

The presented hood with grille beam has been designed specifically for the Mercedes-Benz A W168 model, taking into account the geometry of the front body section. The component is responsible for:

• stable seating of the radiator grille in the front zone,
• maintaining correct gaps and alignment lines with the fenders and bumper,
• aesthetic finishing of the vehicle front to factory standards.

Thanks to its fitment for the specific body generation, installation is based on original mounting points, which facilitates bodywork and limits the need for additional modifications.

Color and visual fitment

The hood with grille beam is finished in an elegant, silver Moonlight Silver shade, which fits well with the characteristic Mercedes styling. This color allows for:

• easier matching to factory silver paints and similar tones,
• achieving a consistent look for the front of the car after body repairs,
• reducing the scope of potential paint touch-ups compared to a component in a different color.

The silver finish emphasizes the line of the hood and grille, giving the vehicle an orderly, understated character typical of the Mercedes brand.

Technical characteristics and installation

The component belongs to the Grilles and radiator grilles group and is intended for installation in the front part of the body. The design takes into account:

• factory mounting points in the front zone,
• proper edge alignment relative to the headlights and bumper,
• maintaining the proper rigidity of the radiator grille beam.

This solution facilitates the correct positioning of the hood and grille relative to other body panels, which is important for both aesthetics and proper airflow through the front of the vehicle.

Condition and service application

The offered component is in used condition, making it an attractive option for post-accident or restoration repairs, where the priority is combining the quality of an original component with reasonable costs. It is particularly useful in situations where it is necessary to replace the hood together with the grille beam in a single stage of bodywork.

Repair expansion and related components

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 beams, frames, or grille covers, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Grilles and radiator grilles category.

For a comparison of service approaches and optimization of body and mechanical repair costs, you can also check out the tips in the article Economical operation of a Ford – where to look for the greatest savings in mechanical and body repairs, which help in better budget planning when working on the body and equipment.