Mercedes W203 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt Left N/S Iridium Silver Metallic - 775

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W203 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt Left N/S Iridium Silver Metallic is an original body component from the Door sill moldings group, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. The part in Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 allows for maintaining a consistent body style and the correct geometry of the sill area, which is important for both aesthetic and operational reasons.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2036981354-IRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2036981354
• Substitutable numbers: A2036981354, A 203 698 13 54
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Technical characteristics and purpose

The presented left side sill is a structural and protective element dedicated to the Mercedes W203 class model. Its placement on the left side of the vehicle ensures a perfect fit with the factory body line, proper adhesion to the pillars and inner sills, as well as compatibility with original mounting points.

The Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 color is a popular metallic finish used in many Mercedes vehicles, which makes it easier to match the part during post-accident repairs or partial body restoration. This reduces the scope of potential paint work and shortens the time required to restore the vehicle to a visually consistent state.

Function in the bodywork and benefits of installation

The left sill in the W203 model is responsible for protecting the lower edge of the body, contributes to the side line of the car, and helps protect the sill area from dirt and mechanical damage. A properly selected component:

• ensures stable mounting at factory structural points,
• maintains the correct alignment of the side body line,
• reduces the risk of corrosion in the lower parts of the body,
• facilitates subsequent service and paint work.

For the user, this means more predictable vehicle performance, correct side aerodynamics, and an aesthetic appearance, which is particularly important when selling the car or performing professional restoration.

Condition of the component and service application

The offered sill is a used part, which in workshop practice often represents a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original manufacturing quality. In the case of body and paint repairs on a Mercedes W203, using an original left sill allows for better fitment with doors, fenders, and other side body components than many aftermarket replacements.

The element is suitable for both local post-collision repairs and broader restoration of the sill area, where maintaining factory shapes and reference points for further bodywork is crucial.

Matching by color and parameters

Selecting a sill in Iridium Silver Metallic facilitates the painter's work and limits the need for full repainting of the element, especially when other body components have retained their original finish. Combined with the correct placement on the vehicle on the left side, this allows for the precise recreation of the car's factory appearance.

When selecting parts, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the specific W203 body version and the technical parameters included in the specification, which minimizes the risk of installation problems and speeds up service work.

Expanding sill area repairs

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 door sill moldings category.

Technical support and part selection

When working with used body components, similar to electronics or control modules, it is crucial to match them correctly based on manufacturer markings and technical parameters. It is worth using practical guides on selecting parts by number and compatibility, such as the Global Parts article: Used automotive electronics on board – why is it worth choosing second-hand ECU modules and sensors?, which organizes the approach to selecting used components in modern vehicles.