Rear Bumper Mercedes W245 Sport Package Trim Panel Kosmos Cosmic Black - 191

Visual condition of the part

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

Rear Bumper Mercedes W245 Sport Package Trim Panel Kosmos Cosmic Black is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. Finished in the attractive Kosmos Black Metallic color, it allows for a visually consistent repair or upgrade of the bumper zone in your Mercedes, while maintaining the factory character of the car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698851138-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698851138
• Substitutable numbers: A1698851138, A 169 885 11 38, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the rear bumper

The presented rear bumper has been designed specifically for the Mercedes W245 Sport Package version, taking into account the factory body geometry and styling lines characteristic of this generation. Its placement at the rear of the vehicle ensures that this component is responsible for both protecting the load-bearing structure and providing an aesthetic finish to the trunk area and rear panel.

As a part from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, the component works with other body elements, ensuring proper force distribution in the event of minor collisions and stable mounting of rear equipment. This makes it possible to maintain the correct body geometry and proper fitment with the lights, trunk lid, and side panels.

Visual characteristics and color matching

The finish in the Kosmos Black Metallic shade allows for aesthetic matching to the vehicle's factory paint, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and body part replacements. The metallic black gives the rear of the car a subdued yet dynamic look, which corresponds well with the lines of the Sport Package.

For users who care about visual consistency, it is important that the bumper is kept in a specific paint code, which facilitates the planning of any potential paint work or matching to the existing coating. This helps to reduce shade differences and maintain a uniform character of the bodywork.

Condition, construction, and practical application

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical vehicle repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original construction. The rear bumper in the Sport Package version is properly shaped for aerodynamics and integration with factory mounts, which facilitates installation in a vehicle prepared for this equipment specification.

In practice, this means the possibility of using the bumper both for a standard replacement of a damaged element and for a visual upgrade of the car to a version with a more sporty character. The appropriate weight of the component promotes mounting stability and correct load transfer in the rear part of the body.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes bumper

Using an original rear bumper for the Mercedes W245 allows you to maintain the factory body lines, which is important both for aesthetics and for the future resale of the vehicle. Proper fitment to mounting points reduces the need for modifications, thereby shortening the work time of the body and paint shop.

For users looking for a consistent solution within the rear body area, it is also important that the element comes from the same construction family as other Mercedes body components, which helps maintain predictable body behavior in daily use.

Repair expansion – Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional reinforcements, beams, or covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Technical support and knowledge about powertrains

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