Mercedes W164 Fender Trim Strip Front Right O/S Wheel Arch Tanzanite Blue - 359

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W164 Fender Trim Strip Front Right O/S Wheel Arch Tanzanite Blue in Tanzanite Blue Metallic is a precision-fitted body component designed for the front right section of the vehicle. The trim strip allows for an aesthetic finish of the fender edge, restoring the consistent look of the side body line and ensuring solid attachment at factory mounting points. It is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the original character of the bodywork in their Mercedes.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1648843222-TB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1648843222
• Substitutable numbers: A1648843222, A 164 884 32 22
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and body fitment

The presented trim strip is a component designed for installation on the front right fender, making it fit perfectly into the line of the wheel arch and the lower part of the door. The design has been developed to maintain factory gaps and shape, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

As a part from the Wheel arches and rear fenders group, the trim strip works with other body shielding elements, creating a coherent system for protecting the body edges against dirt and minor mechanical damage. A properly selected profile ensures stable adhesion to the fender and predictable behavior during operation.

Color and surface finish

The trim strip is finished in the Tanzanite Blue Metallic – 359 shade, characteristic of selected Mercedes paint configurations. The metallic structure of the paint allows for a harmonious connection with factory-painted body elements, which is particularly important for spot repairs and the replacement of individual components.

Choosing the right color for the trim strip is important both aesthetically and practically – it reduces the need for additional painting and makes it easier to maintain a uniform paint tone along the entire length of the vehicle's side. This is a beneficial solution for post-accident repairs and gradual body restoration.

Functional characteristics of the component

The fender trim strip serves a protective and aesthetic function, shielding the wheel arch edge from minor stone impacts, dirt, and weather conditions. A properly shaped profile facilitates the drainage of water and debris from the wheel arch area, which helps maintain a better condition of the paint coating in this area.

As an original part for the Mercedes brand, the trim strip was designed with the specific structural requirements of the W164 model in mind, which translates into predictable behavior during operation and compatibility with factory mounting points. The used nature of the part allows for economical repair while maintaining the original body geometry.

Application in the repair and modernization process

Mercedes W164 Fender Trim Strip Front Right O/S Wheel Arch Tanzanite Blue will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for more extensive body and paint work in the front part of the vehicle. It can be used as a spare part in case of mechanical damage, local corrosion, or the need to restore the factory look after a collision.

In workshop practice, this type of trim strip allows for:

• recreating the original body line in the wheel arch zone,
• maintaining color consistency with other painted elements,
• limiting the scope of painting to the necessary minimum,
• maintaining compliance with the vehicle's factory specification.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the wheel arch zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, additional trim strips, or supplementary elements near the wheel arches, check the available parts in the Mercedes wheel arches and rear fenders category.

Summary and additional materials

When selecting body elements for a Mercedes, it is worth paying attention to color compatibility, placement on the vehicle, and the origin of the part. The front right fender trim strip in Tanzanite Blue Metallic is a practical solution for users who expect to maintain the original styling and proper fitment with other body components.

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