Mercedes W204 Front Bumper Trim Panel Cover Obsidian Black Metallic - 197

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W204 Front Bumper Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for front vehicle installation. The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 paint allows for color consistency with the factory body finish, and the use of OEM parts ensures proper geometry and fit for the W204 model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048850025-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048850025
• Substitutable numbers: A2048850025, A 204 885 00 25
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Technical Characteristics and Purpose

The front bumper is designed specifically for the W204 series, taking into account factory mounting points, body line contours, and the shape of the headlights and hood. Its placement on the vehicle is designated as the front, meaning the part works in conjunction with the factory bumper beam, wheel arches, and undertrays, maintaining proper airflow to the radiators and engine compartment.

The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color is a popular Mercedes metallic paint that can minimize the scope of painting work after installation, especially if the vehicle has the same paint code. This makes the bumper an attractive base for collision repairs or body restoration, while maintaining a cohesive look for the entire front of the car.

Benefits of Using an Original Bumper

Using an original bumper from the W204 series offers a number of practical advantages in daily use and during bodywork and painting repairs:

• factory fit to the body structure and adjacent components,
• maintenance of proper gaps between the hood, fenders, and headlights,
• compatibility with original brackets, supports, and reinforcements,
• easier preparation for painting due to material compatibility with the factory part.

A used front bumper allows for economical front-end repair of the vehicle while maintaining a high level of compliance with factory specifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairing vehicles used intensively, where both quality and reasonable part cost are important.

Application in Body Repairs

This part is suitable for body shops and individual users who want to restore the correct front-end geometry after a collision or replace a damaged bumper with an original equivalent. By maintaining the factory shape, it is possible to correctly position the headlights, air intake grille, and undertrays, which is important for both the aesthetics and functionality of the vehicle.

For vehicles equipped with advanced assistance systems, the correct positioning of the bumper affects the proper functioning of sensors and components mounted within it. The original design facilitates their correct installation without the need for modifications to the mounts.

Condition and Preparation for Installation

The product is offered as a used part, meaning it may show signs of previous use, but it retains the functionality required for further use after potential paint preparation. This type of part provides a good base for repair, especially when preserving the original body structure and reducing costs compared to new parts is a priority.

Before installation, standard verification is recommended to ensure compatibility with the specific vehicle equipment version and to assess the paint coating to decide on potential refresh or full repainting according to customer requirements.

Related Products and Technical Knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end repair for your Mercedes and also need other body parts such as beams, brackets, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

For users interested in the technical background of solutions used in vehicles of this brand, including those with four-wheel drive, an article describing the construction and servicing of AWD systems may be helpful – more information can be found in the material xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – comparison of AWD drives from BMW, Mercedes, Audi and VW.