Mercedes SLK R172 Door Front Left N/S Palladium Silver Metallic - 792

Listing details and visual condition of the part

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

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

Mercedes SLK R172 Door Front Left N/S Palladium Silver Metallic - 792 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for precise installation on the driver's side. Thanks to the factory paint in Palladium Silver Metallic – 792 and the correct panel profile, this part allows for maintaining a consistent body line and the aesthetic appearance of the SLK R172 roadster.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1727200305-PAL
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1727200305
• Substitutable numbers: A1727200305, A 172 720 03 05
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Palladium Silver Metallic - 792
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and body fitment

The presented door is designed for installation in the front left section of the Mercedes SLK R172 generation body. The appropriate shaping of the edges, creases, and window line ensures proper fitment with the fender, rocker panel, pillar, and roof, which translates into correct gap geometry and reduced wind noise while driving.

The component belongs to the Doors and door panels group, meaning it constitutes a structural part of the side body zone, responsible for both passenger protection and the stability of the paneling in the cabin area.

Palladium Silver Metallic – 792 color

The factory paint in the Palladium Silver Metallic – 792 shade is a characteristic, understated silver metallic used in premium Mercedes models. Using the original color makes it easier to match the component to the vehicle's existing paint, often limiting the scope of necessary paint work to local blending or finish correction.

For body shops and users, this means the possibility of reducing repair time and optimizing costs while maintaining a consistent, elegant body appearance.

Technical characteristics and installation

The door is intended for installation in the front section on the left side of the vehicle, which is important when selecting hinges, locks, seals, and window guides. The construction is based on the manufacturer's original geometry, making it possible to use factory mounting points and standard assembly accessories.

As a body category element, the door is a significant component of the side structure, affecting:

• cabin zone rigidity in the pillar and rocker area,
• proper window guidance and interior sealing,
• correct alignment of moldings, seals, and interior trim.

The used nature of the part allows for the reuse of the original component, which is beneficial both economically and in terms of maintaining the factory body structure.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing the front left door in a Mercedes SLK R172 is particularly important after mechanical damage, corrosion, or deformations affecting closing, sealing, and vehicle aesthetics. Using an original component in Palladium Silver Metallic – 792 allows for:

• restoring the correct geometry of the side body section,
• reducing the scope of body filler and straightening work,
• maintaining a consistent paint appearance in the door and fender zone.

For users who value the visual and technical consistency of their vehicle, choosing such a component is a practical and predictable solution in terms of the final result.

Expanding repairs within the door area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or additional panels, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

Additional technical information

For precise part selection, it is worth paying attention to manufacturer markings, reference numbers, and mounting parameters assigned to the specific SLK R172 body version. The product description includes relevant identifiers, such as , , or , as well as information about the brand (), condition (), placement on the vehicle (), and color (), which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle unit.

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