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 an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the driver's side in the front part of the vehicle. The Obsidian Black Metallic paint finish ensures consistency with the factory Mercedes color palette and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct repair of the side body zone.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2047205900-OB2
• 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 fitment for Mercedes W204

The presented front left door is structurally prepared for installation in W204 series models, maintaining factory mounting points for hinges, locks, and seals. As a result, the body component can be integrated into the existing body structure without the need for structural modifications, which facilitates bodywork and reduces vehicle downtime.

The placement on the vehicle in the Front, Left zone allows for precise alignment with the fender, rocker panel, and A-pillar lines, which is important for both body geometry and proper door closing and cabin sealing.

Color and Obsidian Black Metallic paint layer

The door is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic, one of the popular shades of metallic black used on Mercedes C-Class W204 generation vehicles. The metallic paint coating facilitates visual matching with other body panels, and with proper surface preparation, it allows for limiting the scope of painting to local touch-ups or a full refresh of the component.

For body and paint shops, this means the ability to efficiently restore the vehicle's consistent appearance after a collision or door corrosion, while maintaining the characteristic, elegant metallic black effect.

Structural characteristics and installation

As an element from the Doors and door panels group, the product serves as a load-bearing side panel that works with factory reinforcements, window guides, and seals. The door construction is prepared to withstand operational loads associated with daily opening and closing, as well as to work with the vehicle's factory safety systems.

The used door is a good solution for post-accident repairs when the priority is to maintain original geometry and fitment within the body frame. Proper installation preparation (gap inspection, hinge adjustment, lock alignment) allows for achieving correct fitment with adjacent panels and reducing the need for additional corrective work.

Used condition and economic benefits

The component in used condition represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original structural quality. Compared to new body panels, using a used door allows for a significant reduction in the repair budget while maintaining factory material and dimensional specifications.

If you want to better plan your service budget and learn practical tips on choosing used body parts, it is worth reading our guide: Rising repair costs and the boom in used parts – how to save on car service?.

Expanding your Mercedes door zone repair

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