Mercedes W176 Dashboard Glove Box Storage Lava Black A1766800191

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W176 Dashboard Glove Box Storage Lava Black is an original interior component designed for factory installation in A-Class models of this generation. This used component allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged or missing glove box while maintaining a consistent cockpit style. Thanks to its precise fit to the dashboard, it ensures stable mounting, an aesthetic appearance, and convenient access to space for small accessories.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-A1766800191-2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1766800191
• Substitutable numbers: A1766800191, A 176 680 01 91
• Color: Black
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented glove box is a factory component used in the dashboard of the Mercedes A-Class W176 generation. Its purpose is to provide a lockable, organized space for documents, manuals, small tools, and accessories, with easy access for the front seat passenger. The design is integrated with the cockpit line, which allows for maintaining the original character of the interior.

The element belongs to the Glove boxes, doors, and locks group, which means it is responsible not only for storage functionality but also for the proper operation of the opening and closing mechanism in this area of the dashboard.

Construction, color, and fitment

The glove box is manufactured as a complete housing with a front panel matched to the shape of the W176 dashboard. The applied Lava Black surface allows for a consistent blend with most interior configurations of this Mercedes generation, without the need for additional visual modifications.

Key design features:

• dedicated shape matched to the geometry of the W176 dashboard,
• integrated glove box door with a factory opening mechanism,
• surface in a uniform, dark tone conducive to aesthetic installation,
• adapted for mounting in the original vehicle attachment points.

Thanks to this, the glove box can be installed in place of a damaged element without interfering with the dashboard structure, which is important both in terms of safety and maintaining the vehicle's value.

Condition, service application, and benefits of installation

The offered glove box is a used component, which in practice means the possibility of an economical interior repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of part is particularly useful in situations where there has been:

• mechanical damage to the door or hinges,
• cracking of the glove box housing after a collision or service intervention,
• wear of the opening mechanism, causing problems with access to the interior.

Using an original glove box from the same model group allows for maintaining factory fitment, correct lock operation, and uniform cockpit color. This is a solution preferred both by workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand and by users who care about the technical correctness of repairs.

Integration with other interior elements

The dashboard glove box works in conjunction with adjacent panels, the center console, and side cockpit elements. A correctly selected component minimizes the risk of rattles, looseness, and unsightly gaps between panels. In practice, this translates into:

• stable mounting in factory points,
• correct alignment of the dashboard's stylistic lines,
• acoustic comfort due to the reduction of unwanted vibrations and knocks.

For users who are restoring an interior after a collision or upgrading the cockpit, such an element is an important component in restoring the visual and functional consistency of the passenger zone.

Related elements from the same group

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional storage compartments, doors, or opening mechanism locks, check the available parts in the Mercedes Glove boxes, doors, and locks category.

Expert support and part selection

When working inside the cabin, there is often a need for a better understanding of the connections between control elements and the rest of the equipment. To expand your knowledge about the operation of vehicle systems and the dependencies between individual components, it is worth reading the guide article on the construction and diagnostics of the steering and power steering system, which helps in better planning service work within the interior and driver zone.