Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Front Left N/S Side Panel Wing Fender Cosmic Black

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Front Left N/S Side Panel Wing Fender Cosmic Black is an original body component designed for precise installation at factory mounting points. By maintaining OEM geometry, it ensures proper alignment of the body lines and a consistent appearance with the remaining body panels in the elegant Cosmic Black Metallic shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698800718-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698800718
• Substitutable numbers: A1698800718, A 169 880 07 18, A1698800518, A 169 880 05 18, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Fenders

Application and body fitment

The presented fender is designed for the front left side of the body of the Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 model, allowing for seamless integration with the hood, bumper, and driver's door. The panel structure has been engineered to maintain correct mounting gaps, facilitate edge alignment, and preserve the factory body line characteristics specific to this model.

The component belongs to the Front fenders group, meaning it is responsible for protecting the wheel arch, suspension parts, and the sill area from water, mud, and minor mechanical damage from the road.

Color and surface finish

The fender is finished in Cosmic Black Metallic paint, identified by color code 191, which provides a characteristic, deep shade of black with a metallic effect. This color blends well with other body elements in the same tone, limiting the scope of potential paint work and facilitating visual matching after installation.

The metallic structure of the paint promotes even light distribution on the panel surface, which improves the aesthetic reception of the vehicle and helps maintain a consistent look for the entire body after repair.

Technical characteristics and installation

The original fender panel has been designed for stable mounting to the factory structural points of the body. The properly selected weight of the component helps maintain appropriate rigidity in the wheel arch zone while not excessively loading the vehicle structure. As a result, after correct installation, the fender works in harmony with other body components without causing stress or deformation.

The product is offered as a used original component, which in practice means maintaining factory geometry and compatibility with the B-Class W245 construction. Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface and mounting points, followed by a "dry fit" of the panel to adjust the gaps relative to the hood, door, and bumper.

Benefits of using an original fender

Using an original fender for the front left side of the body allows for reducing the time required to fit the element and decreases the risk of body geometry issues. In practice, this translates into:

• better fitment with factory body elements,
• easier adjustment of gaps and edges,
• consistent appearance of the paint in the Cosmic Black Metallic shade,
• maintenance of proper protection for the wheel arch and sill zones.

For body shops and individual users, this means a more predictable repair process and an aesthetic final result after assembling the entire front section of the vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch zone and the front part of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, covers, or other fenders, check the available parts in the Mercedes Front Fenders category.

Additional information and vehicle preparation

When selecting used body components, it is worth paying attention to color compatibility, placement on the vehicle, and technical parameters such as weight or surface finish type. A properly selected fender helps maintain wheel arch functionality and vehicle aesthetics, especially in the case of post-accident repairs or restoration of older models.

If you are preparing your car for intensive use in difficult conditions and want to comprehensively assess the condition of used components, practical checklists and tips regarding the verification of body elements may be useful – you can find them in the article Winter essentials: which used car parts are worth checking and replacing before the frost?.