Mercedes W245 Rear Left N/S Door Card Trim Panel Cloth Black A1697304970

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W245 Rear Left N/S Door Card Trim Panel Cloth Black is an original interior trim component designed for installation on the rear left side of the cabin. Upholstered in black fabric, it ensures a consistent look with the factory interior and maintains proper door operation ergonomics in the Mercedes B-Class W245 series. This is a practical solution for replacing damaged trim or refreshing the vehicle's cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697304970-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697304970
• Substitutable numbers: A1697304970, A 169 730 49 70
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Mercedes B-Class W245

The presented door card is dedicated to the rear left side of the body in the Mercedes B-Class W245 model, allowing for a factory-standard fit with the door structure. The appropriate shape of the panel, the arrangement of mounts, and mounting holes allow for correct seating of the component on the original mounting points, without the need for bodywork modifications or interference with the door structure.

Such fitment is particularly important during post-accident repairs or when replacing worn upholstery elements, as it allows for maintaining the proper interior geometry, correct door closing, and the aesthetic side line of the cabin.

Upholstery material and visual characteristics

The door card is finished with durable fabric upholstery, selected for its utility in daily use. The material structure facilitates cleaning while providing a pleasant touch for rear-seat passengers. The use of fabric reduces the risk of the surface overheating and minimizes glare inside the cabin.

The black color of the panel harmonizes with typical interior configurations of the Mercedes B-Class W245, allowing the door card to integrate well with both dark and contrasting upholstery elements. This also facilitates visual matching when partially replacing elements in the cabin, without the need for a comprehensive interior redesign.

Functional role and passenger comfort

The door card plays an important role in daily vehicle use – it serves as an armrest, covers the inner door metal, and integrates equipment elements such as the interior door handle or any grab handles. A properly selected panel improves acoustic comfort by reducing noise penetration from the outside and dampening door structure vibrations.

Replacing a worn or damaged door card with an original component from the same series allows for restoring the aesthetics of the rear cabin area, as well as maintaining the ergonomics of door operation for passengers. This is especially important in vehicles used intensively, where upholstery elements are exposed to frequent door opening and closing and mechanical contact.

Characteristics of the used product

The item comes from the secondary market, which means it is a used part that retains functionality suitable for further operation. This type of solution is economically advantageous while allowing the original character of the Mercedes interior to be maintained through the use of a factory door panel. Choosing a used door card is a good compromise between repair costs and maintaining the stylistic consistency of the cabin.

Interior expansion and modernization

Replacing the rear left door card can be part of a broader interior modernization, including refreshing the upholstery, replacing seats, or equipping the cabin with additional comfort features. Using an original door panel facilitates maintaining a uniform stylistic line and improves the overall impression of quality inside the vehicle, which is important for both the user and the potential resale value of the car.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seat and backrest area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional seats, backrests, or bench modules, check the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and Benches category.

Expert support and additional information

When planning to refresh the cabin, it is worth paying attention to the consistency of materials, colors, and the degree of wear of individual elements to avoid visible differences between newly installed and remaining parts. Practical tips regarding the selection of used interior elements, their installation, and assessment of technical condition may be helpful.

More inspiration and advice on building a comfortable interior using secondary market elements can be found in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia, where issues of compatibility, selection, and installation of cabin components are discussed.

Additional information on how to consciously choose used elements for popular car models can also be found in the guide The best used car parts – a guide to the most frequently chosen original parts, which may facilitate decision-making during subsequent stages of your Mercedes modernization.