Mercedes W245 Front Bumper Complete Trim Panel B-Class Comet Grey Metallic - 748

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W245 Front Bumper Complete Trim Panel B-Class Comet Grey Metallic - 748 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. Finished in Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748, it ensures visual consistency of the bodywork and restores the factory look of the vehicle's front end following a collision or during body and paint repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698852525-KMG1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698852525
• Substitutable numbers: A1698852525, A 169 885 25 25
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the bumper

The presented front bumper is dedicated to the Mercedes W245 series models and is mounted in the frontal zone of the vehicle. As a component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, it is responsible for absorbing part of the energy during minor impacts, as well as ensuring proper airflow towards the engine compartment and the undercarriage. The precise fit of the shape to the body lines facilitates the installation of other front components, such as grilles, headlights, or lower covers.

Color and paint matching

The bumper is finished in the Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748 shade, which allows for precise matching to the vehicle's factory paint in the same color code. The metallic coating ensures a consistent visual appearance with the hood, fenders, and other body panels, reducing the need for a full repaint of the entire front zone. In many cases, a correction or refreshing of the coating is sufficient, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the bumper retains the original geometry and mounting points provided by the manufacturer. This solution is particularly advantageous for post-accident repairs, where maintaining proper gaps between body panels and correct positioning relative to reinforcements and the support beam is crucial. A used component also allows for a more economical vehicle restoration while maintaining the assembly standard typical of factory Mercedes solutions.

Benefits of using an original bumper

Using an original front bumper in Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748 translates into:

• maintaining the factory body line and proper fitment with adjacent panels,
• easier installation thanks to serial mounting points and correct geometry,
• reducing the scope of paint work due to color compatibility with the factory shade,
• maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance after front-end repairs.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as front reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements category.

In the case of repairs within the vehicle's front area, it is also worth paying attention to the condition of the cooling system, which is particularly vulnerable during bumper damage; you can find more practical information on this topic in the article Engine cooling system – overheating, repair, and used radiators.