Mercedes W211 Side Skirt Door Sill Trim 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 W211 Side Skirt Door Sill Trim Cover Left N/S Obsidian Black - 197 is an original body component from the Side skirts group, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color, it allows for a consistent factory paint appearance and an aesthetic finish for the sill area. This is a practical solution for users looking to restore the proper appearance and function of the sill on their Mercedes W211.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2116980354-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2116980354
• Substitutable numbers: A2116980354, A 211 698 03 54
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Technical specifications and fitment

The presented side skirt is designed specifically for the Mercedes W211 body, taking into account the geometry of the sill on the left side. Proper profiling ensures correct adhesion to the bodywork, which translates into stable mounting and reduced stress during operation. Thanks to its factory origin, the correct body lines are maintained, and installation does not require any interference with the sill structure.

The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color is one of the popular shades used on Mercedes vehicles, which facilitates the aesthetic replacement of a damaged part without the need for additional color matching in the sill area. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs and vehicle restoration, where visual consistency of the entire side of the body is essential.

Protective and visual function of the side skirt

The side skirt plays an important protective role – it secures the lower part of the body side against mechanical damage, dirt, and external factors. In the case of the Mercedes W211, this component helps reduce the risk of chips and scratches in the critical area of the sill, which is particularly exposed when entering and exiting the vehicle, as well as during operation in harsher road conditions.

At the same time, the side skirt contributes to the visual "closure" of the vehicle's side line. The appropriately selected color and shape allow for maintaining the characteristic styling of the W211 model, which is important both for users who care about aesthetics and for those preparing the car for resale. A used, original body component is often a favorable compromise between quality and repair cost.

Purpose, installation, and application

The left-side side skirt is intended for use in Mercedes W211 vehicles where it is necessary to replace a damaged or worn component in the sill area. Thanks to its factory origin, compatibility with mounting points and other body side components is maintained. This solution is particularly useful for:

• post-accident repairs in the area of the sill and the lower part of the doors,
• visual restoration of the body side,
• restoring the original appearance of the car after previous non-factory modifications.

A used body component allows for cost reduction while maintaining proper fit and stylistic consistency. In practice, this translates into more predictable installation and less need for additional bodywork and paint adjustments.

Mercedes W211 sill area – expansion and completion

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, trims, or additional moldings, check out the available parts in the Mercedes side skirts category.

Technical support and brand knowledge

When working on the bodywork, service operations on the powertrain are often carried out in parallel. For owners of models with a diesel unit, knowledge about typical faults and ways to restore engine efficiency can be helpful. In this context, it is worth reading an article describing the characteristics of a popular Mercedes unit and a plan for its refreshment – you can find it here: The second life of the Mercedes OM642 engine – how injectors and a turbocharger restore the power of the 3.0 V6 CDI. This allows for better planning of comprehensive vehicle maintenance, combining bodywork with mechanical service.