Mercedes SLK R171 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Covering Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes SLK R171 Rear Bumper Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359 is an original body part from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle. The paint in the shade of Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359 allows for color consistency with the body, and the bumper's factory geometry facilitates alignment with the SLK R171 model's body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1718853125-TB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1718853125
• Substitutable numbers: A1718853125, A 171 885 31 25
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Fitment

The presented rear bumper has been specifically designed for the Mercedes SLK R171 generation, taking into account the characteristic rear construction of the roadster's body. The part is prepared for installation at factory mounting points, which helps maintain proper body geometry and the correct function of adjacent body panels.

Its placement on the vehicle is limited to the rear exterior zone, allowing the bumper to serve a protective and aesthetic function, working in conjunction with the reinforcement beam and other components of the impact system.

Color and Paint Finish

The factory shade of Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359 is a dark, metallic blue color characteristic of selected Mercedes SLK R171 configurations. The metallic paint finish provides depth of color and good light diffusion, enhancing visual consistency with other body elements in the same paint code.

For body and paint shops, using a bumper in this color means the possibility of limiting the scope of painting work, especially in repairs where other body panels retain their original paint in the same shade.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

As a part from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, the rear bumper for the Mercedes SLK R171 is adapted to work with factory brackets, guides, and reinforcement elements. The design anticipates installation at standard mounting points, which facilitates work for shops specializing in accident repairs and body restorations.

The product comes from the original Mercedes production line, which translates to maintained proper dimensional tolerances, alignment with the trunk lid, taillights, and side body panels. Thanks to this, after correct installation, it is possible to achieve even gaps and stable seating of the part.

Condition and Application in Repairs

The bumper is offered as a used part, making it an attractive solution for workshops and users seeking a compromise between repair cost and maintaining the vehicle's original specification. Such components are particularly suitable for accident repairs, visual corrections, and restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition.

Using an original rear bumper in the correct color allows for reduced vehicle downtime in the service center and a smaller scope of additional preparatory work, which is important from both the user's and the workshop's perspective.

Support with Selection and Additional Information

When planning a comprehensive repair of the rear body of a Mercedes SLK R171, it is worth considering the simultaneous replacement of other elements from the same group, such as beams, reinforcements, or guides, to ensure mounting stability and proper load transfer. If you need other body parts from this group for your car, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

If you want to shorten your car's service time and optimize repair costs using original used components, it is worth reading the guide: Immediate Availability of Car Parts vs. Repair Time – How Used OEM Parts Reduce Workshop Stays?.