Mercedes W203 Rear Bumper Cover Trim Panel Iridium Silver Metallic - 775

Visual condition of the part

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

The Mercedes W203 Rear Bumper Iridium Silver - 775 is an original body part from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 color, it helps maintain a cohesive body appearance and the factory styling line of the W203 model. A used OEM component is a sensible choice for post-accident repairs, correcting parking damage, or completing missing rear body elements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2038851625-IRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2038851625
• Substitutable numbers: A2038851625, A 203 885 16 25
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Body Fitment

The presented rear bumper is specifically designed for the W203 series, ensuring proper fitment to the body line and factory mounting points. Its placement on the vehicle is limited to the rear of the body, allowing the element to serve a protective function for the rear fascia, trunk lid, and lighting mounting area.

The original bumper design from the Bumpers and reinforcements range guarantees compatibility with factory brackets, guides, and covers, facilitating easier installation and subsequent vehicle servicing. This choice of parts helps avoid issues with body geometry, non-factory gaps, or improper fitment to the fenders.

Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 Color and Visual Aspects

The bumper is finished in the Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 color, characteristic of many Mercedes W203 models. This allows for a cohesive visual effect with the other body panels, provided the paint is properly matched and the surface is prepared, which is important for both aesthetics and potential resale value.

The metallic finish promotes even light distribution across the bumper's surface, highlighting the model's design lines. In the case of body and paint repairs, a used part in the same shade provides a good base for further work, reducing the scope of necessary filling and priming.

Characteristics of a Used OEM Part

As a used part, the rear bumper retains the factory geometry and construction intended by the manufacturer. This means maintaining proper rigidity in the rear zone and correct interaction with other body components. In practice, this translates to:

• easier installation at original mounting points,
• correct alignment with fenders and trunk lid,
• preservation of the designed body line and gaps between elements.

Choosing an original, used bumper is often a more advantageous solution compared to aftermarket alternatives with uncertain geometry, especially when aiming to preserve the factory appearance and proper function of the rear zone.

Practical Application and Installation Benefits

Installing this rear bumper on a Mercedes W203 is particularly recommended in situations involving parking damage, low-speed collisions, or general wear and tear of the original part. Replacement allows for the restoration of:

• the aesthetic appearance of the vehicle's rear,
• the correct flow of the body line,
• the protective function in the rear zone.

By retaining the original construction, the bumper integrates well with other body system components, simplifying subsequent servicing and potential alignment adjustments.

Related Parts and Additional Information

If you require other parts from the bumper category for your rear body repair, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or compatible panels for this model, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements category.

When planning more extensive vehicle work, including the suspension system, a practical guide comparing stock and sport solutions might be helpful – find more information in the article Stock vs. Sport Suspension – Differences in Construction and Selection of Used Suspension Components.