Mercedes SLK R171 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Covering Benitoite Blue Metallic - 950

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos. Mercedes SLK R171 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Covering Benitoite Blue Metallic is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. Finished in an attractive Benitoite Blue Metallic color, it helps maintain the stylistic consistency of the bodywork and restores the factory look of the car after a collision or visual modification.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1718853125-BEB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1718853125
• Substitutable numbers: A1718853125, A 171 885 31 25
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Bumper
• Color: Benitoite Blue Metallic - 950
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and fitment

The presented rear bumper is designed specifically for the Mercedes SLK R171 model, ensuring proper fitment to the body lines and mounting points. The component belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, serving both an aesthetic and structural function in the rear zone of the vehicle. Its placement on the vehicle is clearly defined as the rear, which facilitates part selection during repairs or replacement.

Color and body aesthetics

The bumper is finished in Benitoite Blue Metallic, identified by paint code 950, which is characteristic of select Mercedes versions. The metallic coating gives the body an elegant, modern character and harmonizes well with the lines of the SLK R171 roadster. For vehicle owners with the same paint shade, this is a particularly beneficial solution, allowing for a reduction in paintwork scope and a faster restoration of the rear section's cohesive appearance.

Technical and functional characteristics

As a body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, the rear bumper is responsible for:

• protecting the rear part of the vehicle structure,
• maintaining the correct geometry of the body lines,
• ensuring proper panel gaps between body components,
• preparation for the installation of factory mounts and accessories intended for the specific model. The product comes from disassembly, meaning it is a used part that is original to the Mercedes brand. For many users, this represents a favorable compromise between quality and repair costs, while maintaining compliance with factory design standards.

Application in repairs and modifications

The rear bumper in Benitoite Blue Metallic is suitable for both standard post-accident repairs and visual vehicle refreshment. It can be used in situations where the existing component is mechanically damaged, deformed, or would require costly renovation. Choosing an original bumper from disassembly allows for maintaining proper alignment with the fenders, trunk lid, and other components of the rear body section.

Brand and product group

The offered bumper is dedicated to Mercedes vehicles, which guarantees compatibility with the factory design solutions used in the SLK R171 model. It belongs to the Bumpers and reinforcements group, which consists of elements responsible for the protection and stability of the exterior body zones. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements category.

Additional information and inspiration

For those interested in the broader use of parts from disassembly for visual and mechanical modifications, a guide on tuning using original components may be helpful. You can find more practical tips in the article Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using components from disassembly, which shows how to effectively plan modernizations using proven, used components.