Mercedes W245 Door Trim Strip Rear Right O/S Moulding Panel Atoll Blue - 375

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W245 Door Trim Strip Rear Right O/S Moulding Panel Atoll Blue is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear right side of the vehicle. The trim in the Atoll Blue Metallic - 375 shade allows for an aesthetically and technically correct restoration of the body's side line, maintaining consistency with the factory Mercedes finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696903662-AB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696903662
• Substitutable numbers: A1696903662, A 169 690 36 62
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Atoll Blue Metallic - 375
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and body fitment

The presented trim is dedicated to installation in the rear right door zone of the Mercedes W245 series. The placement on the vehicle is factory-defined, which facilitates proper alignment with the door edge and adjacent body panels. As a result, the component serves a protective function for the lower part of the door and stabilizes the visual side line of the body.

The Atoll Blue Metallic - 375 color allows for consistency with the original paintwork, which reduces the need for additional painting work or its scope. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs and when replacing individual components to restore the uniform appearance of the vehicle.

Technical and visual characteristics

The door trim has been designed as a body component that works with the door structure, ensuring proper adhesion to the surface and stability during operation. The profile of the trim is matched to the geometry of the Mercedes W245 door, which minimizes the risk of leaks, vibrations, or unwanted noises while driving.

The finish in a shade close to gray, specified as Atoll Blue Metallic, combines aesthetic and protective functions – the trim shields the lower parts of the doors from minor mechanical damage and the influence of external factors. The used nature of the item means it comes from dismantling, which allows for maintaining the original manufacturer's specification while optimizing repair costs.

Application in Mercedes repairs and restoration

Replacing the door trim is recommended in situations where the factory component has suffered mechanical damage, corrosion, or has been deformed as a result of a collision. Using an original trim from the same model series allows for:

• maintaining the factory side line of the body,
• reducing the need for adjusting the component during installation,
• maintaining color consistency with the vehicle's paint,
• maintaining the utility and visual value of the car.

For body shops and independent service centers, using an original door trim translates into a more predictable installation process and shorter time required to fit the component to the door structure.

Condition of the item and benefits of choosing used parts

The trim is offered as a used component, which means it comes from vehicle dismantling and retains the original manufacturer's specification. This type of solution is beneficial for users who want to combine technical compliance with a reasonable repair budget. In practice, this allows for restoring the correct appearance and function of the door without the need to resort to replacements with uncertain fitment.

Choosing an original, used door trim is particularly important in the case of cars where maintaining stylistic consistency and proper fitment of body components is essential. Thanks to this, the vehicle retains its characteristic Mercedes look after the repair, and bodywork and assembly tasks can be carried out in a more predictable manner.

Expanding repairs within the Mercedes door area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or additional trims, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

For users interested in the broader context of using original, used components in premium class vehicles, it is worth reading an article describing how properly selected parts influence the preservation of the brand's character – more information can be found in the material Audi and emotions in their purest form. How do used parts help maintain the brand's DNA?.