Mercedes W211 Wing Mirror Cap Cover Door Left N/S Housing Obsidian Black - 197

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W211 Wing Mirror Cap Cover Door Left N/S Housing Obsidian Black is an original body component designed for installation on the left side of W211 series models, ensuring a factory fit and a consistent vehicle appearance. The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 housing allows for the aesthetic replacement of a damaged mirror shell without interfering with the structure of the entire assembly. It is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the original Mercedes styling while optimizing repair costs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2118100764-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2118100764
• Substitutable numbers: A2118100764, A 211 810 07 64
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Mirror Components

Purpose and fitment for Mercedes W211

The presented housing is designed specifically for the left exterior mirror on the W211 generation Mercedes E-Class. By maintaining the factory mounting geometry and body shape, it ensures proper alignment with the mirror glass, turn signal, and other assembly components. Installation takes place in the place of the original shell, which allows for maintaining factory gaps and body lines.

The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color is one of the popular paints used in this generation of Mercedes, which is why replacing the housing alone often allows for reducing the scope of paint work or eliminating it entirely after proper visual matching to the rest of the body.

Technical characteristics and construction

The mirror housing belongs to the Mirror components group, meaning it is an external protective shell responsible for shielding the adjustment mechanism and the mirror glass from external factors. The construction is adapted for road conditions – resistant to typical operational loads, such as temperature changes, UV radiation, or minor debris.

As a salvaged part, the housing retains its original material structure and factory dimensions, which translates into proper adhesion to the mirror base. This enables efficient installation in workshop or service conditions without the need for mounting modifications.

Benefits of using a used OEM housing

Using an original, used mirror housing for a Mercedes W211 is a solution that combines cost control with the preservation of factory build quality. Compared to low-budget replacements, the OEM component usually fits the body line better, and its surface is consistent with the factory finish standard.

Choosing such a component is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or spot body corrections, where both aesthetics and proper fit to the existing mirror base are important. A used housing allows for limiting the scope of replacement to the necessary minimum, which is significant for conscious service budget management.

To better plan your service strategy using second-hand parts and understand where used OEM elements allow for the greatest savings, it is worth reading the guide on rising repair costs and the cost-effectiveness of used parts.

Practical installation and maintenance tips

Before installing the housing, it is recommended to verify the compatibility of the mirror version and prepare the contact surface by cleaning the base of dirt and residues of the old shell. A properly mounted housing should create even gaps relative to the door and pillar, without material stress.

During operation, it is worth periodically checking the condition of the paint surface and mounting points, especially after minor parking collisions. Maintaining the housing in good technical condition affects not only the aesthetics but also the protection of the mirror adjustment mechanism against moisture and dirt, which translates into its durability.

Related components and body zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or mirror bases, check the available parts in the Mercedes Mirror components category.

For more extensive repairs, including the braking system, it is worth remembering that different selection and safety criteria apply to discs, calipers, or ABS components. Detailed guidelines in this regard can be found in the article on the safe selection of used braking system components, which helps organize the purchasing process from a technical perspective.