Mercedes CLK C209 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Left N/S Obsidian Black - 197

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes CLK C209 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Left N/S Obsidian Black - 197 is an original body component from the Side Skirts category, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. The dark Obsidian Black Metallic paint emphasizes the visual consistency of the bodywork, and the factory origin ensures a proper fit for the CLK C209 model structure. This used component allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged side skirt without interfering with the body geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2096980354-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2096980354
• Substitutable numbers: A2096980354, A 209 698 03 54
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and body fitment

The left side skirt has been designed specifically for the Mercedes CLK C209 body structure, maintaining factory mounting points and the geometry of the sill area. Its placement on the driver's side allows for the restoration of the original lateral body rigidity and proper alignment of the sill line relative to the doors and fenders.

The element is prepared to serve as a load-bearing side skirt, working in conjunction with other side panel components. As a result, it provides a functional solution for accident repairs, corrosion correction, or the reconstruction of a damaged sill area.

Obsidian Black Metallic paint finish

The side skirt is covered in Obsidian Black Metallic paint, characteristic of many Mercedes equipment configurations. The metallic black ensures a consistent visual appearance with the remaining body panels, which facilitates color matching during spot repairs or partial renovations.

Such a finish helps reduce the scope of paintwork required – in many cases, local blending and polishing are sufficient instead of full repainting of the entire element. This is a practical solution for vehicle servicing where both aesthetics and repair cost control are important.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the side skirt retains its original material structure and factory stampings, which promotes correct installation and proper fitment with the doors and adjacent panels. This type of component is particularly useful for repairs where compliance with the factory body specification is essential.

A used left side skirt can be a good choice in situations where the priority is a technically correct restoration of the sill area while maintaining a reasonable repair budget. Its original origin also helps maintain the proper sill line and compatibility with factory covers and seals.

Application in CLK C209 repairs and renovations

This element is suitable for both body and paint shops, as well as service centers specializing in Mercedes models, where installation repeatability and predictable body behavior after repair are important. It can be used for:

• repairs after side collisions in the sill area,
• removing advanced corrosion in the sill zone,
• partial body renovation while preserving the original paint,
• restoring the lateral rigidity of the vehicle structure.

Thanks to its factory profile and correct shape, the side skirt facilitates the recreation of the original body line, which is significant for both safety and the subsequent adjustment of gaps between body elements.

Mercedes side skirts – expansion and completion

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 moldings, check the available parts in the Mercedes side skirts category.

Technical support and knowledge about Mercedes engines

For larger service projects, bodywork is often combined with a drivetrain inspection, which is why it is worth using reliable sources of knowledge about Mercedes units. An extensive discussion of the characteristics of the popular 3.0 V6 CDI engine, its typical faults, and ways to restore its performance can be found in the article The second life of the Mercedes OM642 engine – how injectors and a turbocharger restore the power of the 3.0 V6 CDI.