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

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W169 Rear Bumper Parktronic Polar Silver Metallic - 761 is an original body part from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to the factory finish in Polar Silver Metallic - 761, it allows for a consistent body appearance and maintains the correct geometry of the rear impact zone, which is particularly important when working with the Parktronic system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698856625-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698856625
• Substitutable numbers: A1698856625, A 169 885 66 25
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Fit for Mercedes W169

The presented rear bumper has been specifically designed for the Mercedes W169 series, ensuring a proper fit to the body lines and factory mounting points. The design accounts for integration with Parktronic sensors, thus maintaining the correct operation of the parking assistance system after the part replacement.

The appropriate profiling of the edges and the correct material stiffness allow for the preservation of factory gaps between body panels, which is important for both aesthetic and aerodynamic reasons.

Color and Finish: Polar Silver Metallic - 761

The bumper is finished in the Polar Silver Metallic - 761 color, characteristic of many Mercedes W169 models. The metallic paint finish allows for an aesthetic match to the body without the need for a full repaint from scratch, which practically reduces repair time and preparation costs for the part.

For body shops and individual users, this means the possibility of restoring the vehicle to use more quickly while maintaining a consistent appearance of the rear body section.

Characteristics of a Used Part

As a part from the aftermarket, the bumper offers a favorable price-to-functionality ratio, while maintaining the geometry and manufacturing standards typical of original Mercedes components. A used bumper is a good solution for accident repairs where the priority is to restore the correct operation of the Parktronic system and the proper flow of the body lines.

Choosing an original, used component helps reduce the risk of installation problems typical of lower-precision aftermarket replacements, which is especially important for parts integrated with the vehicle's electronics.

Application in Repairs and Upgrades

The rear bumper with Parktronic preparation is suitable for both standard replacement of a damaged part and for upgrading a vehicle to a version equipped with parking sensors. Thanks to the factory design, it is possible to maintain the correct position of the sensors relative to the ground and body edges, which affects the accuracy of the system's readings.

• Restoration of the factory appearance of the rear of the Mercedes W169.
• Preparation for the Parktronic system while maintaining correct geometry.
• Reduction of repair time due to the ready-to-use paint finish.

Related Parts and Further Knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair of the rear body section or want to select other parts from the bumpers and reinforcements category for your Mercedes, it is worth considering additional brackets, beams, and mounting elements – in such a case, to make it easier to select compatible components, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

For owners of cars from years close to the W169 who want to better understand the potential of using used body and mechanical parts when refreshing a car, an article describing practical upgrade scenarios may be helpful – more information can be found in the material Second Life for Youngtimers – How Used Car Parts Refresh Cars from 1998–2012.