Mercedes SLK R171 Front Seat Left N/S Leather Nappa Semi-Aniline Red

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes SLK R171 Front Seat Left N/S Leather Nappa Semi-Aniline Red is an original interior component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation on the driver's side of the Mercedes SLK R171 generation. The red Nappa leather upholstery gives the cabin a distinctive, sporty character while providing a pleasant-to-the-touch, comfortable material with a significantly elevated standard of finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1719103347-2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1719103347
• Substitutable numbers: A1719103347, A 171 910 33 47
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Red
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and vehicle fitment

The presented seat is designed as a component to be mounted in the front part of the cabin, on the left side, which corresponds to the driver's position in the Mercedes SLK R171. The construction of the seat base, backrest, and side bolsters is tailored to the interior geometry of this model, ensuring factory-standard fitment with the center console, doors, and other cockpit elements.

Its placement in the front zone helps maintain the original ergonomics of the driving position, and the seat profiling provides stable body support during both city and highway driving. Consequently, replacing a worn seat with this unit allows for the restoration of a consistent look and functionality of the cabin without the need for structural interior modifications.

Material and upholstery characteristics

The upholstery is made of red Nappa leather, a smooth, soft-to-the-touch variety of natural leather used in premium vehicles. This type of finish ensures a pleasant contact with the seat surface while emphasizing the sporty and luxurious character of the SLK roadster.

The combination of intense red with the classic seat design creates a striking visual accent that complements both dark and light cockpit elements. The leather surface also facilitates routine maintenance – with the use of appropriate leather care products, it is possible to maintain an aesthetic appearance and minimize signs of wear.

Cabin function and user comfort

The driver's seat in the Mercedes SLK R171 is responsible not only for comfort but also for stabilizing the body during dynamic driving. The side profile of the backrest and seat base is designed to limit body movement in corners, which improves vehicle control and the subjective sense of confidence behind the wheel.

The red Nappa leather combined with the appropriate seat shape contributes to:

• increasing the visual appeal of the interior compared to standard fabric finishes,
• more comfortable contact with the seat surface during longer trips,
• stylistic consistency with other sports-oriented equipment.

As an item from the Seats and benches group, this seat can be used both as a replacement for a worn seat and as part of an interior refresh or tuning project focused on improving the driving experience.

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing a used seat

The offered seat is a used item, which allows for a significant reduction in the cost of restoring the original cabin look compared to purchasing new equipment. At the same time, the Mercedes-standard level of craftsmanship is maintained, including a solid load-bearing structure and careful upholstery finishing.

Choosing a used seat with preserved Nappa leather is a sensible solution for those who want to:

• maintain the original character of their Mercedes SLK R171 interior,
• avoid the costs of a full upholstery restoration of the seat,
• preserve color and material consistency with other cabin elements.

Interior expansion and related items

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Mercedes and need other items from the same group, such as additional seats, backrests, or rear benches, check the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and benches category.

For a broader cabin customization project, where you plan to replace other equipment elements in addition to the driver's seat, it is worth checking out advice on selecting used interior components. Practical tips can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which discusses, among other things, the use of second-hand seats and steering wheels in interior modernization projects.