Glove Box Mercedes SL R231 Instrument Panel Dashboard Storage Red A2316800491

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Glove Box Mercedes SL R231 Instrument Panel Dashboard Storage Red is an original interior component designed for installation in the front section of the cockpit. This used component from the Storage compartments, doors and locks category allows for an aesthetic and functional replacement of the factory glove box, maintaining stylistic consistency with the dashboard and other instrument panel elements. Thanks to its precise design, it serves as a practical solution for post-accident repairs, interior restoration, or changing the cabin's color configuration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-A2316800491
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2316800491
• Substitutable numbers: A2316800491, A 231 680 04 91
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Red
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and function in the cockpit

The presented glove box is a component mounted in the front interior zone, within the passenger-side instrument panel. It is responsible for the safe storage of documents, small accessories, and additional equipment, while visually completing the lower part of the dashboard. The design created by the vehicle manufacturer ensures proper fitment with adjacent panels, which reduces the risk of rattles, looseness, and unwanted noises while driving.

Color scheme and interior integration

The glove box is finished in a red tone, which allows it to be used in Mercedes SL R231 units with a factory red cockpit finish or in projects where a change in interior color scheme is planned. The uniform color facilitates integration with other upholstery elements, such as door panels, the center console, or the center tunnel, creating a cohesive, visually organized dashboard panel.

Benefits of using an original glove box

Using an original glove box from the Storage compartments, doors and locks group in a Mercedes SL R231 allows for maintaining the factory mounting geometry and compliance with the cockpit's stylistic line. This is particularly important for:

• repairs after mechanical damage within the dashboard area,
• restoration of worn or scratched interior elements,
• restoring the car's original appearance after unprofessional modifications,
• personalization projects where color and material consistency is key.

The used component allows for an economical replacement while maintaining the original build quality characteristic of the Mercedes brand, without the need to resort to aftermarket parts with uncertain fitment.

Selection and compatibility

When selecting a glove box for the Mercedes SL R231, it is crucial to match it to the specific dashboard version and interior color configuration. This model is designed for installation in the front part of the cockpit and works with factory mounting points in the instrument panel. This makes it possible to maintain the correct gap geometry between elements and the proper operation of the glove box opening and closing mechanism.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional storage compartments, doors, or flap locks, check the available parts in the Mercedes storage compartments, doors and locks category.

Installation tips and practical application

The glove box is designed for installation in factory mounting points, which facilitates service work and shortens replacement time. In practice, this means the possibility of:

• direct replacement of a damaged or missing element,
• restoring full functionality of the space for small items,
• improving the overall aesthetics of the dashboard in the passenger area.

For owners who are simultaneously thinking about a broader interior modernization – for example, replacing seats with more comfortable, branded seats from disassembly – practical tips regarding the impact of such modifications on ergonomics and vehicle value, available in the article Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from disassembly improve comfort and car value, may be useful.