Mercedes S211 Estate Fuel Filler Flap Tank Cap Cover Perlite Grey Metallic - 747

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes S211 Estate Fuel Filler Flap Tank Cap Cover Perlite Grey Metallic is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for factory installation in E-Class Estate models. The paint in the Perlite Grey Metallic shade – code 747 – ensures visual consistency with the bodywork and facilitates matching during post-accident repairs or restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2117500306-PGR
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2117500306
• Substitutable numbers: A2117500306, A 211 750 03 06
• Color: Perlite Grey Metallic Finish - 747
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the component

The presented fuel filler flap is dedicated to the S211 series estate body and is an integral part of the fuel filler area assembly. It is responsible for the mechanical protection of the fuel cap and filler neck, as well as maintaining the continuity of the vehicle's side line. Thanks to the factory geometry, the correct gaps relative to the fender and bumper are maintained, which is important for both aesthetic and operational reasons.

The component belongs to the body construction group that operates in the immediate vicinity of the fuel system, which is why correct fitting and stable mounting of the flap affect the comfort of daily vehicle operation and reduce the risk of mechanical damage in the filler area.

Perlite Grey Metallic – 747 paint finish

The flap is finished in Perlite Grey Metallic Finish – 747, characteristic of many W/S211 generation E-Class units. The metallic paint coating ensures uniform light diffusion and a consistent visual effect with the remaining body panels in the same paint code. For body and paint shops, this means the possibility of precise shade matching during local repairs without the need for full repainting of adjacent elements.

The original surface finish also facilitates quality control after installation – the line of reflections on the body remains continuous, and the transition between the fuel flap and the fender is optically neutral.

Technical and assembly aspect

As a component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, the flap has been designed for direct cooperation with the factory hinge and lock mechanism in the S211 model. This means maintaining:

• correct geometry of mounts relative to the body,
• appropriate panel rigidity in the hinge area,
• compatibility with the standard opening and closing system.

Such a design allows for efficient installation in body shop conditions or a workshop specializing in post-accident repairs, without the need to modify factory mounting points. This facilitates the restoration of the original functionality of the fuel filler area after mechanical damage.

Condition of the component and practical application

The offered fuel filler flap is a used part, which makes it an attractive solution for economical body repair, especially in the case of local damage to the side of the vehicle. For users and workshops, this means the possibility of reducing costs while maintaining the original vehicle manufacturer's specification.

The component will work well both for post-collision repairs and for replacing a worn or damaged cover, when the priority is factory fitment to the Mercedes body and maintaining color consistency with the existing paint coating.

Technical support and part selection

For precise selection of components related to the fuel system – such as the tank, lines, or elements securing the filler area – it is worth using the advice contained in the article Fuel system – injectors, pumps and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration, where diagnostics, selection by catalog numbers, and operating principles are discussed.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the fuel filler area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional flaps, covers, or mounting accessories, check the available parts in the Mercedes fuel filler flaps and accessories category.

Additionally, in the context of conscious use of used and refurbished parts, the entry Eco-tuning in practice: how to increase performance while reducing carbon footprint with recycled parts, describing a practical approach to selecting components from the secondary market, may be helpful.