Mercedes-Benz CLK W208 Left N/S Fender Trim Strip Elegance Almandine Black

Mercedes-Benz CLK W208 Left N/S Fender Trim Strip Elegance Almandine Black is an original body component designed for precise installation on the left side of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Almandine Black Metallic color, it allows for a visually consistent repair or upgrade of the bodywork without compromising on fitment. This is the ideal solution for users who expect factory geometry and correct body lines for their Mercedes.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2086900162-ALB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2086900162
• Substitutable numbers: A2086900162, A 208 690 01 62, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Almandine Black Metallic - 182
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and body fitment

The presented fender is designed specifically for Mercedes CLK W208 generation models, intended for the left side of the vehicle. It is responsible for correctly replicating the wheel arch shape, maintaining mounting gaps, and ensuring proper alignment of the side body line. Thanks to its factory geometry, it ensures a correct fit with the doors, bumper, and hood, which facilitates achieving even gaps and reduces the need for additional bodywork adjustments.

Visual characteristics and Almandine Black Metallic color

The fender is finished in the Almandine Black Metallic shade, designated by paint code 182. It is a dark, metallic color with a subtle, elegant character that highlights the body lines and masks minor operational dirt. Using the original shade makes it easier to match with other body components, minimizing the scope of any potential painting or allowing for local blending by a professional painter.

Performance parameters and service application

As a component from the Wheel arches and rear fenders group, the fender serves both protective and structural functions: it shields the wheel area from debris, influences aerodynamics, and contributes to the rigidity of the side body section. It is suitable for both standard post-accident repairs and stage-by-stage body restoration when individual body panels need replacement. The used nature of the part allows for an economical restoration of the vehicle's functionality and aesthetics while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Benefits of using an original fender

Using a factory fender for the Mercedes CLK W208 offers a range of practical benefits:

• preservation of the correct body geometry and side vehicle line,
• easier installation thanks to the manufacturer's designated mounting points,
• color consistency with the Almandine Black Metallic paint,
• possibility of economical repair using a used component.

This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs where both correct fitment and control of service costs are important.

Application in body repairs and upgrades

The fender is suitable for body and paint shops, service centers specializing in the Mercedes brand, and individual users performing repairs on their own. It can be used both as a replacement part after mechanical damage and in visual refreshment projects where restoring a consistent look to the entire left side of the body is key.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch and rear fender area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as covers, inner wheel arches, or additional body panels, check out the available parts in the Mercedes wheel arches and rear fenders category.

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