Mercedes-Benz CLK W208 Left N/S Handle Grab Almandine Black Metallic - 182

Mercedes-Benz CLK W208 Left N/S Handle Grab Almandine Black Metallic in Almandine Black Metallic is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side. Precise fitment for the CLK W208 model and the factory paint finish in the shade designated as 182 ensure a consistent body appearance and proper door opening ergonomics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A2087600170-ALB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2087600170
• Substitutable numbers: A2087600170, A 208 760 01 70, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Almandine Black Metallic - 182
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment for the Mercedes-Benz CLK W208

The presented left door handle has been designed specifically for the Mercedes-Benz CLK W208 generation body, maintaining factory mounting geometry and the correct handle profile. The left-side positioning ensures compatibility with the driver's door structure, which facilitates installation and allows for the preservation of the original opening mechanism functionality.

By using an original component from the Door handles group, you avoid issues with imprecise fitment, leaks, or incorrect operation of the linkages and lock. The element is prepared to work with factory door equipment without the need for interference with the door skin structure.

Color and Almandine Black Metallic finish

The finish in Almandine Black Metallic – 182 is a distinctive, dark metallic paint used in Mercedes models, which blends well with the lines of the CLK W208 body. Using the correct shade reduces the need for additional painting of the entire element, which shortens repair time and lowers its cost.

The metallic paint coating provides an aesthetic, deep gloss and visual consistency with other body panels in the same color. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs or spot door restoration, where recreating the vehicle's original appearance as faithfully as possible is essential.

Characteristics of the used element

As a used part, the door handle retains its original construction and factory mounting parameters, which is advantageous compared to replacements of uncertain origin. Such components are often chosen for economical repairs, where it is important to combine reasonable cost with maintaining the manufacturer's standards.

A used element from original Mercedes production allows for maintaining material and visual consistency with other body parts, which is significant both for daily operation and for the vehicle's future resale.

Application in body repairs and cost optimization

Replacing the left door handle is a typical scope of work for parking damage, local corrosion, or after interference with the lock mechanism. Using an original, used handle in the appropriate color allows for limiting the scope of painting and shortening the car's downtime in the workshop.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as external handles, covers, or additional mechanism parts, check the available parts in the Mercedes door handles category.

Technical support and repair knowledge

When planning body repairs and selecting used components, it is worth considering the general principles of service cost optimization and the impact of part quality on the durability of the entire system. Additional information on the economics of repairs using aftermarket parts and a practical approach to car servicing can be found in the article Volkswagen 1.9 TDI vs 1.4 TSI – evolution of VW engines and repair costs, which discusses, among other things, the importance of proper selection of used elements.