Mercedes W169 Front Bumper Parktronic Trim Panel Polar Silver Metallic - 761

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W169 Front Bumper Parktronic Trim Panel Polar Silver Metallic - 761 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle. The Polar Silver Metallic - 761 paint finish ensures color consistency with the factory Mercedes palette, and the OEM construction guarantees a precise fit to the body lines of the W169 model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698854138-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698854138
• Substitutable numbers: A1698854138, A 169 885 41 38
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and body fitment

The presented bumper has been designed as a front body component, maintaining the geometry characteristic of the Mercedes W169 compact class series. The construction corresponds to factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for proper alignment with the hood, fenders, and radiator grille.

The original form of the bumper supports proper airflow in the radiator and engine compartment area, and also enables the correct operation of elements mounted within its perimeter, such as air intake grilles or structural reinforcements.

Color and paint finish

The factory Polar Silver Metallic - 761 shade is a characteristic metallic silver paint from Mercedes, often used in model years during which the W169 was produced. As a result, the bumper serves as an advantageous base for color matching – in many cases, standard correction or polishing is sufficient, and for full repainting, the color is easy to reproduce according to the paint code.

The metallic structure of the coating promotes uniform light distribution on the surface, which improves visual consistency with other body elements in the same color.

Performance characteristics of a used component

As a used element, the bumper retains its original construction and geometry, which is essential for post-accident repairs and restoring the vehicle's factory appearance. A used component allows for cost reduction compared to new parts while maintaining proper body fitment and compatibility with factory reinforcements.

Choosing an original bumper from the secondary market is particularly beneficial for cars that are several or more years old, where it is crucial to combine a reasonable budget with adherence to factory specifications.

Application in repairs and renovations of the Mercedes W169

This bumper model will work well both for standard post-collision replacement and for broader body renovation work, including refreshing the vehicle's appearance in Polar Silver Metallic. Thanks to the preservation of the factory body shape, it is possible to restore the original front line of the car without the need for structural modifications.

The element from the Bumpers and reinforcements group has not only aesthetic but also functional significance – it is responsible for the proper distribution of forces in the front zone during minor impacts and for the correct guidance of airflow towards the radiator and engine compartment.

Modernization expansion – Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements

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

Who is this bumper for?

The presented bumper will be suitable for users who:

• are carrying out a post-accident repair of the front of a Mercedes W169 and expect an element with factory geometry,
• are refreshing the body appearance in Polar Silver Metallic, using the original paint as a base,
• are looking for a compromise between repair costs and maintaining the manufacturer's original design solutions.

More about the use of used parts in renovation

If you are interested in a broader context of using used body and mechanical components when refreshing cars from the 1998–2012 model years, including Mercedes models, it is worth reading the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years, which discusses practical modernization scenarios and the selection of components from the secondary market.