Mercedes-Benz C208 W208 Rear Left N/S Fender Trim Molding Strip Almandine Black

Mercedes-Benz C208 W208 Rear Left N/S Fender Trim Molding Strip Almandine Black is an original body component designed for the rear left section of the vehicle, ensuring a seamless finish to the side profile. The molding, finished in an elegant Almandine Black Metallic color, helps maintain the factory character of the bodywork and aesthetically completes the fender contour. It is a practical solution for users looking to restore a neat appearance to their vehicle following bodywork and paint repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2086900362-ALB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2086900362
• Substitutable numbers: A2086900362, A 208 690 03 62, KZ
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Almandine Black Metallic - 182
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The molding is a component from the Doors and door panels group, mounted on the rear left side of the body, in the fender area. The design was developed specifically for the C208/W208 series models, ensuring that the correct body lines and factory mounting gaps are maintained. The precise shaping of the edges facilitates proper alignment with adjacent body panels, which is important for both visual and functional reasons.

Technical characteristics of the component

The fender molding is designed as an exterior trim panel intended to protect the sheet metal edge and close off the side line of the vehicle. The profile of the molding is matched to the geometry of the rear body section on the left side, which reduces stress during installation and operation. The construction material used provides adequate rigidity while allowing for precise positioning relative to the fender and door.

The outer surface is prepared for paint in the Almandine Black Metallic - 182 shade, which allows for color consistency with the rest of the body in the same color code. As a result, the component integrates well with the factory paint, avoiding shade differences when the repair is performed correctly.

Color and body aesthetics

Almandine Black Metallic is a dark, metallic shade that emphasizes the side line of the car and complements both chrome and dark styling details. A molding in this color:

• enables the maintenance of a uniform paint surface along the entire length of the fender and door,
• reduces the visibility of minor dirt during daily use,
• promotes an aesthetic reflection of light on the body creases.

For users who care about the visual consistency of the vehicle, this is an important element that allows for the restoration of the original look of the side bodywork after damage or previous modifications.

Condition and service application

The item is in used condition, making it an attractive solution for repairs where the priority is to maintain original geometry and fitment while optimizing costs. This type of molding is particularly useful in situations where:

• it is necessary to replace a damaged panel after a collision or local corrosion,
• the factory look of the side body is being restored after previous alterations,
• it is important to maintain compliance with the original Mercedes styling line.

Proper preparation before installation (cleaning, potential adjustment for painting) allows the molding to be used as a fully functional component in the body and paint repair process.

Benefits of using an original fender molding

Using an original fender molding on the rear left side of the body provides a number of practical benefits:

• Factory fitment – maintaining the correct gaps and body lines without the need for structural modifications.
• Visual consistency – the ability to recreate the original look of the side body in Almandine Black Metallic.
• Support for repair durability – a properly selected component reduces the risk of stress and leaks in the sheet metal joint areas.

For body shops and individual users, this means an easier path to achieving a predictable final result during body restoration.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone and the adjacent fender section in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as door skins, exterior panels, or additional trim moldings, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

For a better understanding of the specifics of body solutions and the evolution of design in this brand, you can also read an article describing the development of higher-class models – The evolution of the Mercedes S-Class: from W140 to W222 – innovations, model differences, and Mercedes auto parts over the years, which helps in better planning service work and selecting components.