Mercedes W204 Door Front Left N/S Covering Obsidian Black Metallic - 197

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 W204 Door Front Left N/S Covering Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is a factory body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. The original Obsidian Black Metallic color ensures visual consistency with the body paint code 197 and facilitates matching during post-accident repairs or restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2047205900-OB1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2047205900
• Substitutable numbers: A2047205900, A 204 720 59 00
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and body fitment

The presented door is designed as a component to be mounted on the front left side of the body, which guarantees proper geometry, correct character lines, and compatibility with factory mounting points. This ensures that the correct gap between the fender, sill, and pillar is maintained, as well as the proper operation of lock mechanisms and hinges after correct installation.

The original door construction provides the necessary side rigidity, which is important for both safety and vehicle comfort. This component is suitable for use in W204 series models where maintaining factory body parameters is required.

Color and paint layer

The door is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic, corresponding to paint code 197. This is a popular, dark metallic shade used in Mercedes vehicles that blends well with the body lines and exterior trim elements. Using the original color limits the scope of paint work, especially in the case of local repairs or replacing a single element on one side of the vehicle.

The metallic structure of the paint allows for a consistent visual effect with the remaining body panels, provided that the surface is properly prepared and the shade is matched by a professional painter if necessary.

Characteristics of the used component

The door comes from the secondary market and is marked as a used body component. This type of component is often chosen for post-accident repairs when the priority is to maintain original geometry and compatibility with factory design solutions. A used body part allows for cost savings compared to a new panel while maintaining proper fitment to the bodywork.

Choosing an original door from dismantling is particularly beneficial in situations where it is essential to maintain factory gaps, body lines, and compatibility with other body parts on the same side of the vehicle.

Application in body repairs

The front left door in Obsidian Black Metallic is suitable for both post-collision repairs and replacing an element due to corrosion or wear and tear. Thanks to the factory construction, it is possible to:

• restore the original geometry of the side body section,
• maintain proper fitment with the window, seals, and moldings,
• reduce the scope of straightening and body filler work compared to repairing a heavily deformed panel.

This solution is particularly beneficial for vehicles where maintaining a structure as close to the factory state as possible and the proper operation of adjacent elements is important.

Mercedes doors and door panels – expansion and completion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as door skins, door frames, or exterior panels, check the available parts in the Mercedes doors and door panels category.

Expert support when choosing used body parts

When selecting used doors, it is worth considering not only model and color matching but also the specifics of post-accident repairs and the differences between original parts and aftermarket replacements. A detailed discussion of the advantages of using used body panels compared to non-original parts can be found in the article Post-accident repair of your car: why are used body parts a better choice than replacements?, which helps you consciously plan the scope of body and paint work.