Exhaust Tips Mercedes SLK R172 Exhaust Muffler Pipe Rear Left Right N/O/S Set

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Exhaust Tips Mercedes SLK R172 Exhaust Muffler Pipe Rear Left Right N/O/S Set is an original exhaust system component from the Mufflers and resonators group, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The set includes tips for both the left and right sides, allowing for a consistent, aesthetic, and technically correct restoration or upgrade of the rear exhaust section in your Mercedes SLK R172.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1714901227
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1714901227
• Substitutable numbers: A1714901227, A 171 490 12 27, A1714901127, A 171 490 11 27
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Category: Mufflers & Resonators

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented exhaust tip set is designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle, with a clear distinction between the right and left sides. This solution ensures proper exhaust gas flow and maintains the factory geometry of the system, which is important for both muffler performance and the visual appearance of the rear bumper.

The placement on the vehicle has been selected in accordance with the exhaust system design of the Mercedes SLK R172, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications. As a result, this component can be used as a replacement for factory-installed tips as part of a repair or to restore the original configuration.

Technical specifications and compatibility

The exhaust tips belong to the Mufflers and resonators group, meaning they work in conjunction with other system components responsible for exhaust gas discharge and silencing. The set's design is tailored to the specifics of the SLK R172 model, ensuring proper connection rigidity and correct positioning relative to the bumper and other rear body components.

The original Mercedes branding helps maintain technical consistency with other vehicle parts. The product has a dedicated OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific car configuration in service catalogs and parts selection systems, without the need for universal, less-fitted solutions.

Condition and service application

The exhaust tips are offered in used condition, making them a practical choice for maintenance repairs where the priority is to maintain the original design within a reasonable budget. Such components are particularly useful in situations where there has been mechanical damage to the tip, deformation due to impact, or wear of the outer part of the exhaust system.

The set of rear left and right tips allows for simultaneous replacement of both sides, which helps achieve a consistent look and a similar degree of visual wear. This is a solution often chosen by professional service centers, where both technical correctness and the aesthetics of the rear of the vehicle are important.

Benefits of using original exhaust tips

Using original exhaust tips in a Mercedes SLK R172 allows you to maintain the factory character of the exhaust system's operation and the appearance of the rear body. Proper fitment to the bumper and other system elements minimizes the risk of unwanted vibrations, leaks, or rubbing against body parts.

For users planning long-term vehicle operation, choosing a component from the same design group as the factory-installed parts is a more predictable solution than using universal tips. It also facilitates subsequent service maintenance and any further work on the exhaust system.

Exhaust system upgrade expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the exhaust system area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as center sections, rear mufflers, or additional resonators, check the available parts in the Mercedes Mufflers and resonators category.

For those interested in a broader look at the technical solutions used by the manufacturer in various models, an article describing the development of design and components in subsequent S-Class generations may be helpful – you can find it here: Evolution of the Mercedes S-Class and an overview of key Mercedes auto parts.