Mercedes W168 Seat Backrest Rear Right O/S Back Seat Cloth Fabric Slate Grey

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W168 Seat Backrest Rear Right O/S Back Seat Cloth Fabric Slate Grey is an original interior component designed for the rear right section of the cabin, allowing for a consistent, aesthetic, and functional restoration of the passenger space. The grey finish and cloth fabric upholstery provide a balanced combination of comfort, durability, and ease of maintenance. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the factory character of their Mercedes interior while ensuring passenger comfort.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1689200247-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1689200247
• Substitutable numbers: A1689200247, A 168 920 02 47, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Grey
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for the Mercedes W168

The presented seat has been designed specifically for the rear right section of the Mercedes W168 interior, ensuring it retains the factory mounting geometry and the correct proportions of the seat base and backrest. Its placement in the rear cabin area promotes comfortable passenger transport, and the design, consistent with the manufacturer's specifications, facilitates installation as a direct replacement for the original part.

The grey color of the upholstery allows for the harmonious integration of the seat into typical interior configurations of this model, without the visual effect of an "out-of-place" element. Consequently, replacing a worn or damaged seat with this unit helps restore the consistent look of the rear bench and maintain the ergonomics characteristic of a Mercedes.

Construction, material, and comfort of use

The seat, featuring cloth fabric, combines the advantages of two types of materials: surfaces exposed to the greatest mechanical stress are covered with high-durability material, while other zones ensure a pleasant tactile contact with the upholstery. This configuration promotes even pressure distribution on the passenger's body and reduces the risk of rapid wear in high-use areas.

The profiling of the seat base and backrest has been adapted to the characteristics of the Mercedes W168 interior, which translates into stable support for the back and thighs during city driving and on longer trips. The grey color scheme limits the visibility of minor dirt while remaining visually neutral, allowing it to blend well with various door panel and headliner finishes.

Condition, functionality, and practical application

This item comes from the Seats and benches segment and is a used product, which in practice means a favorable cost-to-quality ratio compared to new replacements. This solution is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, replacing worn upholstery, or completing an interior after partial disassembly. The original seat construction helps maintain factory-level safety and ergonomics, provided it is installed correctly according to the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations.

The grey rear right seat will work well both as a single replacement for a damaged seating position and as part of a larger cabin refurbishment project where stylistic consistency and preserving the original character of the Mercedes are priorities.

How to improve comfort and car value with branded seats

Replacing a worn seat with an original salvaged unit is a simple way to increase travel comfort and interior aesthetics without the need to invest in expensive new sets. Branded Mercedes upholstery elements retain the proper geometry and foam firmness, which translates into stable body support and reduced passenger fatigue on longer journeys. If you want to better understand how such upgrades affect the perception of the car and its potential resale value, see the article Interior metamorphosis: how branded salvaged seats improve comfort and increase car value.

Expanding the rear seating area in a Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seating area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional seat bases, backrests, or bench segments, check the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and benches category.