Mercedes CLK C209 Front Left N/S Moulding Trim Obsidian Black 197 A2096901182

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Mercedes CLK C209 Front Left N/S Moulding Trim Obsidian Black is an original body component from the Protective and decorative mouldings group, designed for installation on the front left door. The dark Obsidian Black Metallic finish ensures a consistent paint appearance and restores the factory aesthetics of the side body section.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2096901182-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2096901182
• Substitutable numbers: A2096901182, A 209 690 11 82
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The door moulding mounted on the front left side of the vehicle body is responsible for protecting the edges and the central part of the door panel against minor mechanical damage, such as parking scrapes or impacts from other vehicles' doors. At the same time, it serves an aesthetic function, streamlining the side line of the body and emphasizing the characteristic silhouette of the CLK C209 model.

The placement on the vehicle in the front driver-side zone requires precise adjustment of the moulding geometry to the door contours, which is why using an original Mercedes component ensures proper fitment with adjacent body parts.

Color and visual matching

The finish in Obsidian Black Metallic is characteristic of many Mercedes paint configurations and allows for the aesthetic replacement of a damaged moulding without the need for intervention on other parts of the side body. The metallic structure of the coating ensures consistent light reflection with adjacent panels, which is important for maintaining a uniform look across the entire side of the vehicle.

Selecting a moulding in the same color code limits the scope of paint work and facilitates the restoration of the factory look, especially in the case of spot repairs after collisions or local parking damage.

Installation characteristics

The element is designed for installation in the factory-designated location on the front left door, maintaining the original body line. The moulding construction is prepared to work with the standard mounting points in the CLK C209 door, which facilitates service and reduces the time required to replace the damaged component.

Proper seating of the moulding on the door surface allows for even distribution of mechanical loads during minor impacts and reduces the risk of corrosion at the contact point between the element and the paint.

Condition and service application

The offered moulding is a used part, making it a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, renovations, or restoring the vehicle to a near-factory state while keeping service costs reasonable. Choosing an original component from the secondary market allows for maintaining dimensional and material compatibility with other body parts.

This solution is particularly useful in situations where the priority is the technical correctness of the repair, visual matching, and maintaining the character of the Mercedes CLK C209 model without the need to use aftermarket replacements with uncertain geometry.

Expanding the scope of repairs and upgrades

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional mouldings, check out the available parts in the Mercedes protective and decorative mouldings category.

While working on the exterior of the vehicle, it is also worth considering improving the ergonomics and aesthetics of the cabin. Inspiration regarding the use of secondary market components to refresh the interior can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which discusses the practical application of used seats and steering wheels in the car modernization process.