Mercedes W169 Rear Left Seat N/S Cloth Leather Backrest Black Anthracite

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Mercedes W169 Rear Left Seat N/S Cloth Leather Backrest Black Anthracite is a factory-original interior component designed for the rear left section of the seat in the W169 A-Class model. The backrest is crafted from a combination of textile material and partial leather trim in black, ensuring a consistent, elegant cabin appearance and user comfort. It is a practical solution for those looking to restore the original interior aesthetics or replace a missing seat module.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1699200316
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1699200316
• Substitutable numbers: A1699200316, A 169 920 03 16, 9200316
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The backrest has been specifically designed for the rear left section of the seat in the W169 generation Mercedes A-Class, ensuring a precise fit to the body structure and mounting system. Its placement in the rear cabin area allows for seamless integration with the factory seat, maintaining ergonomics and the correct back support angle for passengers.

As an item from the Seats and benches category, this product is a functional component of the seating system that can be used both for post-accident repairs and for refreshing a worn-out interior. The backrest construction is prepared to work with the factory upholstery and frame elements of the given model.

Construction and materials

The backrest upholstery is made from a combination of fabric and partial leather trim, providing a balanced compromise between durability and aesthetics. The textile material ensures thermal comfort and a pleasant feel, while the partial leather elements add a more prestigious character to the interior and make it easier to keep clean in high-wear areas.

The black color scheme makes it easy to match most factory interior configurations of the Mercedes A-Class W169, minimizing the visibility of minor dirt and signs of wear. The uniform shade helps maintain a consistent stylistic line of the cockpit and rear seat, which is essential for professional cabin restoration.

Functionality in daily use

The rear left backrest is designed to provide stable back support for passengers and proper load distribution on the seat structure. Thanks to its factory geometry, seating ergonomics are preserved, which translates into comfort during longer journeys. The fabric used promotes air circulation, while the partial leather segments improve resistance to abrasion in areas most prone to wear.

Replacing the backrest itself is a cost-effective solution in cases of localized damage, such as abrasions, tears, or deformations, without the need to interfere with other seat components. This helps limit the scope of upholstery work and shortens the time required to restore the interior to a usable state.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The offered item is a used part, which represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing this solution allows you to maintain consistency in materials and textures within the interior while reducing expenses compared to replacing the entire set of seats or custom upholstery work.

Using an original backrest from a dismantled vehicle helps preserve the factory character of the cabin without the need to adapt universal replacements. This is particularly important for users who value maintaining compliance with the original interior design and preserving the vehicle's value.

Interior expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or complete seat modules, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and benches category.

For those looking to take a broader approach to improving cabin comfort and appearance, a guide describing the selection, installation, and compatibility of used interior components will be useful. Detailed tips can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, which discusses practical examples of interior modernization using original components from the secondary market.

If you want to further deepen your knowledge on verifying component compatibility using manufacturer numbers and avoid mistakes when shopping online, it is worth reading the material Online parts shopping without risk – 5 proven ways to verify component compatibility, which discusses, among other things, the practice of selecting parts for Mercedes vehicles.