Smart C451 Rear Boot Lid Tailgate Lower Trim Seal Cover Black A4517500082

Smart C451 Lower Trunk Lid Seal Black Rear is an original body part from the Door Seals category, designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle. Its precisely shaped profile ensures a tight seal of the trunk lid, limiting the ingress of water, dust, and noise into the car's interior. The black color allows for an aesthetic match with the original Smart body finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A4517500082
• Mark: Smart
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A4517500082
• Substitutable numbers: A4517500082, A 451 750 00 82, A4519880010, A 451 988 00 10
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Door Seals

Purpose and Function of the Seal

The lower trunk lid seal in the Smart C451 model is responsible for the airtight connection between the lid and the rear of the body. The part is installed in the rear of the vehicle, where it is exposed to intense contact with water, dirt, and variable temperatures. A properly selected seal reduces the risk of:

• moisture entering the luggage compartment,
• corrosion of metal components in the trunk sill area,
• unwanted noises and rattles during driving,
• drafts and increased aerodynamic noise.

The correct fit of the shape and material hardness contributes to stable lid operation and acoustic comfort inside the vehicle.

Construction, Color, and Body Fitment

The seal is designed as a dedicated part for the specific construction of the Smart C451 rear trunk lid, which facilitates installation and ensures proper adhesion along the entire length of the trunk sill. The black color is consistent with typical factory finishes, so the part does not stand out visually and maintains stylistic coherence with other body seals.

As part of the Door Seals group, the component meets the requirements for flexibility and resistance to deformation, which are important in areas of frequent opening and closing. The design intended for installation in the rear section of the vehicle allows for maintaining the correct lid geometry and even pressure across its entire width.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The offered lower trunk lid seal is a used part, sourced from dismantling. This type of OEM part retains its factory fit to the body, which in practice simplifies installation and reduces the need for additional modifications. Choosing an original seal from the aftermarket is a beneficial solution for users who want to maintain compliance with the manufacturer's design at a reasonable repair cost.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard inspection of the seal's working surface and thoroughly clean the mounting area on the body to ensure even pressure and full functionality of the part.

Benefits of Using an Original Smart Seal

Using a dedicated lower trunk lid seal for the Smart C451 allows for the restoration of the rear body's original sealing parameters. The most important benefits include:

• Structural Compatibility – a part designed for a specific model, eliminating the need to adapt universal profiles.
• Stable Trunk Lid Sealing – reducing the risk of leaks and moisture in the luggage compartment.
• Improved Acoustic Comfort – reducing noise coming from the rear of the vehicle.
• Visual Cohesion – black finish matching other body sealing elements.

Additional Information and Related Products

If you are planning a comprehensive replacement of seals in your Smart and need other parts from the group of seals installed around the body openings, check the available parts in the Smart Door Seals category.

In case of body repairs after a collision or bodywork intervention, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips on selecting parts from dismantling – a detailed discussion can be found in the article Body and Chassis – Post-Collision Repairs Using Dismantled Parts.