Hinge Mercedes C238 Trunk Lid Hinge Right O/S Obsidian Black - 197 A2387503200

Hinge Mercedes C238 Trunk Lid Hinge Right O/S Obsidian Black is an original body component designed for the right side of the trunk lid, finished in Obsidian Black Metallic. This used hinge ensures a factory fit, maintaining visual consistency with the body paint and the correct operating geometry of the lid. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing worn mounting components, or restoring the full functionality of the trunk lid.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2387503200-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2387503200
• Substitutable numbers: A2387503200, A 238 750 32 00
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Moulding Strips

Purpose and function of the trunk lid hinge

The presented hinge operates on the right side of the trunk lid, responsible for stable guidance and controlled movement of the lid during opening and closing. The design, tailored to the C238 body type, allows for maintaining proper panel gaps, reducing stress on the mounting points, and ensuring the tightness of the rear body section. Using an original component translates into predictable lid behavior, without unwanted play or clicking.

Color and paint matching for Obsidian Black Metallic

The finish in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 allows for an aesthetic match to a body painted in the same tone. In many cases, this enables installation without the need for full repainting of the part, which shortens repair time and reduces costs. At the same time, visual consistency of the rear of the vehicle is maintained, which is important both for post-accident repairs and precise body restoration.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes component

Using an original trunk lid hinge from Mercedes ensures:

• factory fit for the C238 body structure,
• proper cooperation with the left hinge and the lifting mechanism,
• maintenance of the correct trunk lid geometry,
• color consistency with the Obsidian Black Metallic paint.

Thanks to this, the part can be used both for routine repairs and for more extensive body and paint work, where parameter repeatability and compliance with factory specifications are essential.

Installation characteristics and practical application

The hinge is designed for installation on the right side of the body, in the trunk lid mounting zone. Properly selected mounting points allow for precise adjustment of the lid position relative to the fenders and bumper, which facilitates achieving even gaps and proper closing. The used nature of the part makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining the original design and compatibility with factory body components.

Expanding repairs in the rear body area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as decorative moldings, masking tapes, or finishing strips at the lid edges, check the available parts in the Mercedes decorative strips and tapes category.

For drivers interested in optimizing maintenance costs and using used components in other areas of the vehicle, it may also be useful to review the analysis of durability and repair economics of power units – this is discussed in detail in the article Volkswagen 1.9 TDI vs 1.4 TSI – evolution of VW engines and repair costs, which shows how to consciously select used spare parts.