Mercedes CLK C209 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Right O/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 Right O/S Obsidian Black - 197 is an original body component from the Side skirts category, designed for installation on the right side of the Mercedes CLK C209 generation model. Finished in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197, it allows for visual consistency with the factory paintwork and restores the aesthetics of the side body section following repairs or a collision.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2096980454-OB1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2096980454
• Substitutable numbers: A2096980454, A 209 698 04 54
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and fitment

The presented side skirt is designed as a component to be mounted on the right side of the vehicle, in accordance with the factory body geometry of the Mercedes CLK C209. As a result, it ensures proper alignment of the sill line, correct fitment to the bodywork, and compatibility with the original mounting points of this model.

The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color corresponds to the popular shade used in factory Mercedes paint finishes, which facilitates visual matching with the existing paint coating and reduces the scope of additional paintwork required after installation.

Technical and functional characteristics

The side skirt serves a protective and aesthetic function in the lower body area. A correctly selected component:

• stabilizes the vehicle's side line and visually completes the sill,
• protects the lower edge of the body against dirt and minor operational damage,
• ensures proper fitment with the doors and other side panel components.

Its original Mercedes origin helps maintain factory dimensional tolerances, which translates into predictable installation and proper positioning relative to the body without the need for modifications.

Condition of the component and service application

The side skirt is offered as a used part, making it a reasonable solution for post-accident repairs, restorations, or the replacement of individual body components in a Mercedes CLK C209. This type of component is particularly effective in situations where the priority is to maintain the original sill construction while optimizing service costs.

Due to its factory origin, the component integrates well into the existing body structure, allowing for the restoration of the vehicle's original side appearance while maintaining the characteristic lines of the CLK model.

Benefits of using an original side skirt

Using an original side skirt in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 for the Mercedes CLK C209 allows you to:

• maintain visual consistency with other body components,
• preserve factory fitment and sill geometry,
• limit the scope of additional adjustment work during installation,
• restore the aesthetics of the vehicle's side section after mechanical damage or corrosion.

For users who care about the technical correctness of repairs and maintaining the original character of the CLK model, choosing such a component is a practical compromise between quality and restoration costs.

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

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