Mercedes W164 Bonnet Hood Hinge Front Mountain Grey Metallic - 787

Mercedes W164 Bonnet Hood Hinge Front Mountain Grey Metallic is an original body component designed for the front section of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory origin, it ensures precise hood guidance, proper opening geometry, and compatibility with the body structure. Finished in Mountain Grey Metallic - 787, it allows for visual consistency with the vehicle's paintwork without the need for immediate repainting of the entire component.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1778801200-MG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1778801200
• Substitutable numbers: A1778801200, A 177 880 12 00
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Mineral Grau Metallic - B39
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented hinge belongs to the Hinges, locks, and other hood parts group and is mounted in the front part of the body. It is responsible for stable, controlled opening and closing of the engine hood, as well as maintaining its correct position relative to the fenders, front panel, and cowl. A properly selected hinge minimizes the risk of gap misalignment, hood edges rubbing against adjacent components, and unwanted stress on the body panels.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes hood hinge

Choosing an original hood hinge for your Mercedes translates into a number of practical advantages in daily operation and during body and paint repairs:

• factory fitment to the front body structure, with no need for mounting modifications,
• preservation of the correct hood opening kinematics, which facilitates engine bay service,
• reduction of the risk of stress and micro-cracks forming in the hood panel,
• easier adjustment of gaps and hood height relative to the fenders and bumper.

Additionally, color matching in Mountain Grey Metallic - 787 can limit the scope of paint work, especially during spot repairs or when replacing a single component within the hood area.

Visual characteristics and color matching

The Mountain Grey Metallic - 787 color is a popular, subdued shade of grey with a metallic effect, frequently used in Mercedes models. Using a hinge in the same paint code allows for visual consistency in the cowl and hood edge area, which is especially important in post-accident repairs where aesthetics and minimizing interference with the original paint coating are key.

Component condition and use in repairs

The item is offered in used condition, making it an attractive cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of part is particularly suitable for:

• post-accident repairs where the hood opening mechanism has been damaged,
• geometry corrections of the front body section after a collision,
• restoring full hood functionality after wear or bending of the factory hinge.

Using an original, used component allows for the preservation of factory mounting points and operating parameters, which is important for both safety and the durability of the repair.

Expanding repairs within the hood and front zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, guide elements, or hood locking mechanisms, check out the available parts in the Mercedes hinges, locks, and other hood parts category.

How to effectively source original used parts

When planning a larger body repair or a full front-end overhaul, it is worth considering a one-stop-shop approach, combining hinges, locks, fasteners, and other body components in a single order. This helps reduce vehicle downtime and better control the repair budget. More practical tips on selecting and sourcing original used parts can be found in the article: Comprehensive supply: from the engine to the smallest clip – how to source used car parts in one place?.