Mercedes W211 Front Bumper Trim Panel Flint Grey Metallic - 368

Visual condition of the part

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

The Mercedes W211 Front Bumper Flint Grey - 368 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for front-end installation. Finished in the elegant Flint Grey Metallic - 368 color, it helps maintain a cohesive body appearance and the proper protective parameters for the car's front.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2118801640-FLG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2118801640
• Substitutable numbers: A2118801640, A 211 880 16 40
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Flint Grey Metallic - 368
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Bumper Purpose and Function

The front bumper for the Mercedes E-Class W211 generation is responsible for absorbing some of the energy during minor collisions, as well as for the proper airflow around the body. As a component from the Bumpers and Reinforcements group, it works with other front-end structural elements, ensuring stable mounting and proper alignment with the hood, fenders, and radiator grille.

Its placement on the front of the vehicle facilitates precise fitting to the factory geometry of the Mercedes W211, simplifying installation and reducing the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Flint Grey Metallic - 368 Color

The finish in the Flint Grey Metallic - 368 shade allows for visual consistency with the original body paint in this color. The metallic coating harmonizes well with the W211's styling line, emphasizing the car's distinctive front and facilitating integration with other body elements.

For users whose vehicles are already painted in this code, using a bumper in the same color can reduce the scope of painting work, speeding up the repair process and reducing its complexity.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The offered bumper is a used part, meaning it comes from vehicle dismantling and has been previously in use. These types of OEM components are often chosen for accident repairs because they retain factory geometry, and their construction complies with the vehicle manufacturer's requirements.

In practice, using a used original bumper often allows for a better fit than many aftermarket replacements, while maintaining a favorable cost-to-quality ratio.

Benefits of Using an Original Front Bumper

Choosing a front bumper specifically designed for the Mercedes W211 offers a range of practical advantages:

• maintaining the factory body line and proper alignment with adjacent elements,
• compatibility with original mounting points and front reinforcements,
• easier preparation for painting due to consistent geometry and surface structure,
• suitability for professional accident repairs while adhering to manufacturer standards.

For body and paint shops, as well as individual users, this means more efficient installation and a predictable final result after completion of the work.

Application in Accident Repairs and Part Selection

When repairing the front of a Mercedes W211, selecting a bumper that matches the body version and paint color is crucial. Using an original part from dismantling helps maintain safety parameters and aesthetics close to the factory condition. For more extensive body repairs involving multiple body parts, it is worth consulting practical tips on selecting used OEM components – you can find them in the article Body and Chassis – Accident Repairs Using Dismantled Parts.

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end restoration for your Mercedes E-Class W211 and also need other parts from the bumper group and structural body reinforcements for this brand, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and Reinforcements category.