Mercedes S205 Door Rear Left N/S 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.

The Mercedes S205 Rear Left Door Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is an original body part from the Doors and Door Panels group, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. The Obsidian Black Metallic paint ensures visual consistency with the factory color palette and allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct body repair.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2057300305-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2057300305
• Substitutable numbers: A2057300305, A 205 730 03 05
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and Fitment

The presented rear door has been specifically designed for the S205 estate body, with precise alignment to the side profile and factory mounting points. Its placement on the rear left side of the vehicle guarantees compatibility with the structure of the pillars, sills, and locks, facilitating installation and subsequent gap adjustment.

The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color allows for the preservation of a uniform paint surface without the need to alter the vehicle's overall color scheme. This is particularly important in post-accident repairs where both technical correctness and visual continuity of the paint are crucial.

Technical and Structural Characteristics

The door belongs to the Doors and Door Panels category, meaning it is a key structural element of the vehicle's side body. Its construction is prepared to work with factory hinges, lock, window, and seals, enabling the transfer of hardware from the existing part without the need for body modifications.

The appropriately selected door weight supports the proper functioning of hinges and actuators, and also contributes to correct closing and interior acoustics. The sheet metal used and the edge geometry comply with factory standards, which facilitates the setting of even gaps relative to the fender, sill, and trunk lid.

Paint Color and Painting Aspects

The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 shade is a popular metallic color used in Mercedes models, characterized by a deep black with a metallic effect in daylight. With the correct selection of paint materials, it allows for a consistent transition between the repaired part and adjacent body panels.

For body and paint shops, it is important that the door is already in the correct base color, which limits the scope of surface preparation. In many cases, correction, polishing, or localized shade matching is sufficient, rather than a full repaint of the entire panel, thus reducing repair time and labor costs.

Condition, Application, and Benefits of Installation

The part is in used condition, making it an attractive solution for economical repairs where a reasonable balance between cost and functionality is important. The original door construction allows for the preservation of the factory body geometry, and consequently, proper seal fit, reduction of wind noise, and correct operation of the closing mechanisms.

Replacing damaged rear doors with an original part of this type is particularly beneficial in situations where repairing the old panel would be too time-consuming or would not guarantee adequate rigidity and aesthetics. Installing correctly matched doors helps maintain the vehicle's value and improves the comfort of daily use.

Repair Extension and Selection of Other Components

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

When selecting body parts by OEM numbers and paint codes, it is advisable to use practical tips that help avoid mistakes in online orders – a detailed discussion of this process can be found in the guide Risk-Free Online Parts Shopping – 5 Proven Ways to Verify Component Compatibility by OEM Numbers and Paint Codes.