Mercedes W176 Side Skirt AMG Left N/S Door Sill Cover W246 Polar Silver - 761

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mercedes W176 Side Skirt AMG Left N/S Door Sill Cover W246 Polar Silver is an original body component designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory finish in Polar Silver Metallic, it ensures a cohesive look with the body line and AMG package, while serving as a functional door sill cover. It is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the aesthetics and aerodynamics of their Mercedes at the proper level.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1766980054-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1766980054
• Substitutable numbers: A1766980054, A 176 698 00 54
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the component

The presented Mercedes W176 Side Skirt AMG Left N/S Door Sill Cover W246 Polar Silver is designed as an external sill cover for the left side of the body. It is responsible for:

• protecting the lower part of the vehicle's side from dirt and minor mechanical damage,
• complementing the styling line of the AMG package,
• providing a stable closure of the sill area between the front and rear wheel arches.

The placement on the left side allows for precise alignment with the factory mounting points on the body, which facilitates installation and ensures proper fitment with the doors and other body panels.

Polar Silver Metallic paint finish

The trim is finished in Polar Silver Metallic, characteristic of many Mercedes configurations. The metallic paint coating:

• emphasizes the side line of the body,
• ensures visual consistency with the vehicle's factory paint in this shade,
• promotes uniform light reflection, which improves the aesthetic perception of the entire sill area.

As a result, the component integrates well with the remaining body panels without the need for additional color modifications, provided the vehicle is maintained in the same paint code.

Design characteristics and installation

The AMG side skirt has been developed as a body component matched to the geometry of the W176 family models and related styling solutions. The design provides for:

• a profile matched to the shape of the sill on the left side,
• maintenance of appropriate longitudinal rigidity,
• the possibility of installation at factory body mounting points.

Such an approach facilitates service work – after proper preparation of the body surface, the trim can be mounted in a way that ensures stability and proper adhesion to the body. This is a beneficial solution both for post-accident repairs and for replacing worn-out sill area components.

Component condition and service application

The offered side skirt is primarily used in body and paint work and for restoring the original appearance of a vehicle with an AMG package. The used nature of the part allows for an economical restoration of the completeness of the side body section, while maintaining factory geometry and proper fitment to the doors and bumpers.

The element can be used both in repairs of individual damage and in broader renovation projects, where maintaining the stylistic consistency of the entire side line of the vehicle is important.

Configuration expansion – Mercedes side skirts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trims, check the available parts in the Mercedes side skirts category.

Technical knowledge and tuning inspiration

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