Mercedes W169 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Right O/S Mistral Blue Metallic - 955

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W169 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Right O/S Mistral Blue Metallic - 955 is an original body component from the Side Skirts group, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. The paint in the Mistral Blue Metallic - 955 shade allows for an aesthetic match to the factory body finish, which helps maintain a consistent vehicle appearance after repairs or component replacement.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696110408-MBL
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696110408
• Substitutable numbers: A1696110408, A 169 611 04 08, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Mistral Blue Metallic - 955
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the sill component

The right side skirt for the Mercedes W169 model is responsible for a stable finish of the lower body edge and protection of the sill area against mechanical damage and dirt. As an element from the Side Skirts category, it serves as an important addition to the side structure, influencing both the appearance and the practical protection of this part of the bodywork.

Positioning on the right side of the vehicle ensures a fit to the factory body geometry, which facilitates installation and subsequent alignment with adjacent panels and covers.

Color and paint matching

The finish in Mistral Blue Metallic - 955 allows for maintaining a uniform stylistic line of the body in Mercedes W169 vehicles in this shade. The metallic paint coating is particularly important for post-accident repairs or spot restoration, where a visual effect as close as possible to the remaining body components is essential.

Thanks to the factory paint shade, the scope of additional paint work is reduced, which can shorten repair time and facilitate quality control of the entire sill area.

Characteristics and condition of the part

The offered right side skirt is an original Mercedes brand part, which promotes proper fitment to the W169 model structure and compatibility with factory mounting points. As a used part, it provides a practical solution for repairs where combining correct geometry with service cost control is key.

The original origin helps maintain appropriate rigidity in the sill area and facilitates installation in workshops specializing in Mercedes vehicle body repairs.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The right side skirt in Mistral Blue Metallic - 955 will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged element and for more extensive body and paint work in the side part of the body. It can be used for:

• repairs after collisions involving the lower part of the door and sill,
• restoration of the sill area with visible signs of wear,
• restoring a consistent body appearance after previous repairs.

Thanks to maintaining the correct shape and being intended for the right side of the vehicle, this component allows for precise recreation of the side line of the body in the W169 model.

Complementary Mercedes Side Skirts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional moldings, check the available parts in the Mercedes Side Skirts category.

Technical support and service knowledge

When planning body repairs, it is worth considering the specifics of the construction of individual models and typical areas prone to wear. For users interested in deepening their knowledge about potential service costs and critical powertrain components, the following guide article may be helpful: BMW E90 engine failures: check what can ruin your budget!. Although it concerns a different brand, it shows how important a conscious approach to vehicle operation and repair is.