Mercedes W207 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Covering Obsidian Black Metallic - 197

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W207 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Covering Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the rear part of the vehicle. The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 paint finish allows for an aesthetic match to the factory bodywork, and the design, compliant with the manufacturer's specifications, ensures proper fitment with other body panels.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2078803647-OB2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2078803647
• Substitutable numbers: A2078803647, A 207 880 36 47
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The presented rear bumper trim panel is dedicated to the W207 series body and is mounted in the rear area of the vehicle. It is responsible for protecting the supporting structure and components located behind the bumper, while also shaping the line of the rear bodywork, influencing the vehicle's aerodynamics and stylistic consistency.

The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color is a popular, elegant metallic paint used in Mercedes models, which facilitates integration with the vehicle's original paintwork and reduces the scope of any potential painting work required after installation.

Benefits of using an original rear bumper

Using a factory rear bumper trim panel ensures:

• geometry consistent with the manufacturer's design, which facilitates installation and proper fitment with the fenders and trunk lid,
• preservation of factory gaps and body lines, which is crucial for post-accident repairs,
• visual consistency with other body components in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197.

Thanks to this, the bumper works well both for post-collision repairs and for replacing worn or damaged body components, where restoring the vehicle's original appearance is important.

Installation and operational characteristics

The rear bumper trim panel is designed for installation at factory mounting points in the rear part of the body. The construction intended for the W207 series allows for the use of existing brackets and reinforcements, which limits the need for additional bodywork modifications.

The component, as part of the Bumpers and reinforcements group, works with other rear body zone components, such as the reinforcement beam or internal mounts, ensuring appropriate rigidity and stability during daily use.

Condition and use in the repair process

The product is offered as a used part, making it an attractive solution for economic repairs, where a compromise between cost and maintaining the vehicle's original construction is important. Using an original rear bumper trim panel allows for the restoration of the factory look without the need to resort to replacements with uncertain fitment.

Before installation, standard verification of the surface condition and potential preparation for repainting is recommended if required by the repair assumptions or differences in the vehicle's paint shade.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as covers, reinforcements, or additional panels, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements category.

When planning broader service work or vehicle upgrades, it is also worth expanding your knowledge about typical faults and repair costs in popular models – the guide in the article BMW E90 problematic engines: check what can ruin your budget! may be helpful, as it shows how to consciously approach vehicle operation and servicing.