Mercedes W176 Front Door Handle Lock Cover Cap Right O/S Obsidian Black - 197

Mercedes W176 Front Door Handle Lock Cover Cap Right O/S Obsidian Black - 197 in Obsidian Black Metallic is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for precise installation on the passenger side. This practical solution allows for an aesthetic finish to the door handle area while simultaneously protecting the lock mechanism from external factors.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-A2047661425-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2047661425
• Substitutable numbers: A2047661425, A 204 766 14 25
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The presented cover has been designed specifically for the Mercedes A-Class W176 generation models, intended for the front right door. The component's construction is compatible with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and ensures proper alignment with the door handle and door panel.

Placement on the passenger side of the vehicle allows for the restoration of the visual and functional completeness of this body part following damage, disassembly, or previous bodywork repairs.

Color and finish

The cover is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic paint, characteristic of many Mercedes body configurations. The metallic coating ensures consistency with the factory paint in this shade, which reduces the need for additional painting when matching it to a vehicle of the same color.

The surface finish complies with the manufacturer's standards, allowing the component to blend harmoniously with the door line, moldings, and other exterior components.

Characteristics of the used component

The cover comes from disassembly, which means it is a used original Mercedes component. Such components are valued for their factory fit, material compatibility with other body parts, and predictable performance in operation.

Choosing an original, used door handle lock cover helps maintain the structural integrity of the door, avoiding issues with geometry, non-factory gaps, or differences in paint shade typical of cheaper aftermarket replacements.

Function in the door structure

The door handle lock cover performs several important functions within the Doors and door panels category:

• aesthetic closure of the lock and handle area on the exterior,
• protection of the lock mechanism against dirt and moisture,
• stabilization of the visual line of the door and handle,
• reduction of corrosion risk in the area of the mounting hole.

Thanks to proper installation, the cover helps maintain the tightness and correct appearance of the door, which is important both for daily use and for the potential resale of the vehicle.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The component is suitable for both standard post-accident repairs and for tidying up body details as part of restoration work. It can be used for:

• replacing a missing or damaged cover on the passenger side,
• exchanging a component with visible signs of wear for a better-maintained one,
• restoring color consistency in the event of previous paint repairs.

Thanks to its factory origin, the cover fits well into the existing door structure without the need for modifications or adjustments to the mounts.

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

Support for personalization and tuning

When working on refreshing the vehicle's appearance, it is also worth paying attention to the consistency of the interior with the exterior of the body. Inspiration regarding the use of used components to improve the ergonomics and aesthetics of the cabin can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which shows how to reasonably combine second-hand parts with the existing car configuration.