Mercedes ML W164 Hood Bonnet Trim Panel Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The Mercedes ML W164 Hood Trim in Tanzanite Blue Metallic is an original front bodywork finishing element designed for installation on the hood's edge. This hood decorative panel allows you to restore the cohesive look of the vehicle's front, maintaining the factory styling line and the characteristic Mercedes level of fit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1648800057-TB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1648800057
• Substitutable numbers: A1648800057, A 164 880 00 57
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and Function of the Element

The described panel is part of the Hoods category and serves as an external finishing trim on the front edge of the engine cover for the Mercedes ML W164 generation. Its placement at the front of the vehicle makes this element significant both aesthetically and practically – it completes the hood's line, tidies up mounting gaps, and helps in the proper alignment with the grille and headlights.

As a body part designed specifically for this model, the trim ensures proper fitment with the hood and adjacent components, reducing the need for additional modifications during installation. This makes it a suitable choice for post-accident repairs, visual correction of the car's front, or restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition.

Color and Paint Matching

The element is factory finished in Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359, a characteristic metallic blue shade used in Mercedes models. The use of original metallic paint facilitates visual matching with the existing hood and other body panels of the same color code, minimizing the scope of potential paintwork.

In professional body and paint repairs, maintaining color code consistency is crucial for achieving uniform color and gloss across the entire front of the vehicle. This hood panel thus serves as a good base for precise color matching, especially when the rest of the bodywork is also in the same shade.

Characteristics of an Original Mercedes Part

The hood trim comes from the Mercedes offering, meaning it has been designed according to the manufacturer's factory standards for the ML W164 model. Original origin translates to:

• maintaining the correct geometry and shape tailored to the ML W164 hood,
• compatibility with factory mounting points on the engine cover,
• visual consistency with other elements of the front fascia.

As a used part, the panel retains its manufacturer-designed structure, which is important when replacing body parts after mechanical damage or corrosion. Choosing an original component reduces the risk of fitment issues that can occur with aftermarket alternatives of less precise dimensions.

Application in Body Repairs and Restoration

This hood panel is particularly suitable in situations where:

• the damaged trim on the hood edge of a Mercedes ML W164 needs replacement,
• the vehicle has undergone front-end bodywork repair and complete hood finishing is required,
• body restoration is being carried out while maintaining the original Tanzanite Blue Metallic color.

By preserving the factory shape and color, the element allows for a technically correct reproduction of the hood line and an aesthetically complete front end, which is important for both daily use and potential resale of the vehicle.

How to Select the Correct Hood Panel by OEM Number

When selecting a hood trim for a specific ML W164 unit, it is crucial to verify compatibility by OEM number and any interchangeable numbers, as well as to check its placement on the vehicle and color. If you wish to go through the part selection process step-by-step using the manufacturer's number and vehicle data, consult the advice in the article Guide: How to Select the Right Car Part by VIN and OEM Number, which discusses practical examples and a list of questions for the seller.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair of the front bodywork on your Mercedes ML and also need other hood finishing elements from this brand, check the available parts in the Mercedes Hoods category.