Mercedes SLK R171 Hood Bonnet Trim Panel Engine Cover Fire Opal Red - 590

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes SLK R171 Hood Engine Cover Calcite White - 650 is an original body part from the Hoods category, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle. A used hood ensures factory fit to the SLK R171 model's structure, facilitating installation and maintaining body line consistency. By preserving its original geometry, it serves as a solid base for post-accident repairs or professional vehicle restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1718800057-FUP
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1718800057
• Substitutable numbers: A1718800057, A 171 880 00 57
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Intended Use and Fitment for Mercedes SLK R171

The presented hood is dedicated to the Mercedes SLK R171 generation and is designed as a component mounted on the front of the body. Its original construction ensures proper alignment with the fenders, bumper, and hood latch, minimizing the need for additional bodywork modifications. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-collision repairs where precise restoration of factory gaps and body lines is crucial.

Technical Specifications and Color

The hood belongs to the Hoods category, which are elements responsible for covering the engine bay and ensuring proper airflow at the front of the vehicle. The applied body color is Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590, which is important both when selecting a part to match existing paintwork and when planning a color change for the vehicle. In case of a full vehicle repaint, the hood can serve as a ready surface for new coatings, without the need to adapt aftermarket parts with different geometry.

Condition, Functionality, and Service Application

The part is offered as a used item, allowing for economical repair while maintaining original manufacturing quality. The hood is suitable for:

• post-accident repairs requiring the restoration of the vehicle's original front-end shape,
• Mercedes SLK R171 restoration projects,
• replacing a damaged or corroded engine cover with an original body part.

By preserving the factory design, it's possible to utilize the original mounting points, hinges, and latch, simplifying installation and reducing fitting time.

Benefits of Using an Original Mercedes Hood

Using an original hood on the Mercedes SLK R171 offers a range of practical benefits. The most important ones include:

• factory fit to the body – no need for structural modifications or shape adjustments,
• visual consistency with other body elements after proper preparation and painting,
• preservation of the vehicle's front-end geometry, which is important for safety and aerodynamics.

For body and paint shops, as well as individual owners, this means a predictable installation process and a lower risk of issues with aligning the hood relative to other panels.

If you are undertaking a comprehensive front-end repair and also need other body parts from this group for your Mercedes, check the available parts in the Mercedes Hoods category.

To compare the characteristics of sports designs and solutions used in more powerful car versions, including engine and chassis aspects, it is worth reading the article Audi RS vs. Other Models – What Lies Under the Hood and Chassis?, which helps to better understand the differences between standard and sport versions of cars.