Mercedes W245 Front Hood Bonnet Radiator Grille Beam Trim Panel Silver Chrome

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W245 Front Hood Bonnet Radiator Grille Beam Trim Panel Silver Chrome is an original body component from the Grilles and radiator covers group, designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle. The chrome finish ensures a cohesive, elegant look consistent with the factory Mercedes styling, while allowing for a technically correct replacement of a damaged grille. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the front bumper without investing in a new part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698800783-2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698800783
• Substitutable numbers: A1698800783, A 169 880 07 83
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and technical function

The presented bumper grille is a component mounted in the front body zone, responsible for shielding and organizing the air intake to the engine compartment. The design of the grille is matched to the lines of the W245 model, which facilitates proper fitment with the bumper, headlights, and other front-end components of the vehicle.

This element performs several important functions:

• ensures organized airflow to the radiator and engine compartment,
• protects the front of the vehicle from minor road debris,
• visually stabilizes the line of the bumper and hood,
• enables an aesthetic finish of the front in accordance with the factory Mercedes design.

Appearance and finish

The chrome color gives the grille a subdued, elegant character, typical of Mercedes compact class models. The silver, shiny surfaces blend well with both light and dark body paints, making the grille suitable for replacement in various color configurations.

The chrome-type finish:

• highlights the front line of the vehicle,
• improves visual consistency with standard trim and emblems,
• is easy to keep clean – dirt is easily removed from the smooth surface.

Installation characteristics

The grille has been designed as a component dedicated to a specific generation of Mercedes, which translates into precise fitment to factory mounting points. This allows for installation without the need for structural modifications to the bumper or hood.

In practice, this means that by following the proper removal procedure for the old grille:

• replacement time is limited to the absolute minimum,
• there is no need to use non-factory adapters,
• it is easier to maintain correct gaps and joint lines of body elements.

Condition and service application

The product is used, which makes it a reasonable choice for post-accident repairs, maintenance service, or restoring the car to a near-factory state at controlled costs. This type of element is particularly suitable in situations where the priority is functionality, proper fitment, and maintaining the original styling, rather than purchasing a new part.

Choosing an original, used bumper grille allows you to:

• maintain visual consistency with other body elements,
• preserve factory design solutions,
• optimize the repair budget without sacrificing compatibility with the W245 model.

Expanding the scope of repairs – Mercedes Grilles and radiator covers

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional grilles, covers, or air intake inserts, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Grilles and radiator covers category.

Technical knowledge and part selection

When selecting body elements, such as grilles and covers, it is crucial to pay attention to compatibility with the specific model version and the placement on the vehicle. Proper fitment minimizes the risk of installation problems and allows for maintaining factory airflow parameters to the radiator.

If you are also interested in the topic of informed selection of components from the secondary market, particularly in the area of vehicle electronics, it is worth checking out practical tips – you will find them in the article Second life of electronics – when is it worth choosing used engine controllers, comfort modules, and parking sensors?.