Mercedes ML W163 Wing Mirror Cover Right O/S Housing Cap Brilliant Silver - 9744

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes ML W163 Wing Mirror Cover Right O/S Housing Cap Brilliant Silver is an original body component from the External Mirrors group, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. Finished in Brilliant Silver Metallic - 9744, it ensures a consistent body appearance and maintains the factory styling line of the ML W163 model. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged cover, or restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1638100279-BRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1638100279
• Substitutable numbers: A1638100279, A 163 810 02 79
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Brilliant Silver Metallic - 9744
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment

The cover has been designed specifically for the ML W163 series, intended for the right side of the vehicle. This ensures a proper fit to the mirror shape, correct edge alignment, and compatibility with the factory mounting points. As a result, installation is straightforward, without the need for modifications or forced fitting.

Using an original mirror cover reduces the risk of poor fitment with the mirror glass, turn signal, or base, which is important for both aerodynamics and the protection of the adjustment mechanism.

Color and aesthetics Brilliant Silver Metallic - 9744

The finish in Brilliant Silver Metallic - 9744 allows for consistency with the factory Mercedes paint palette. For the user, this means the ability to aesthetically replace a damaged cover without needing to change the vehicle's color scheme. The metallic coating harmonizes well with the ML W163 body lines, highlighting the characteristic contours and shape of the mirror.

In body and paint repair scenarios, using a cover in the correct color facilitates workshop work and allows for limiting the painting scope only to necessary corrections, if required.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

The offered mirror cover is a used original part, sourced from vehicle dismantling. Such components are frequently chosen by workshops and informed users because they maintain factory geometry, the correct edge profile, and material compatibility with other body parts. In practice, this translates into stable mounting and predictable performance during operation.

Compared to low-budget replacements, the original mirror cover works better with factory clips and seals, which reduces the risk of looseness, vibrations, or unwanted wind noise at higher speeds.

Application in repairs and restoration of the ML W163

Replacing a mirror cover is a typical operation during repairs following side collisions, parking scrapes, or mechanical damage caused by, for example, hitting an obstacle. Using an original element from the same model series allows for restoring the correct appearance and functionality of the mirror without interfering with the door's structural integrity.

The cover is suitable for both routine repairs and restoration projects where maintaining the highest possible compliance with the vehicle's factory specification is important. It is a practical solution for users who want to keep their Mercedes ML W163 in good visual and technical condition without excessively increasing repair costs.

Alternative to refurbishment and new vs. used parts

When planning a repair, it is worth considering when a used part is a better choice compared to refurbishing an existing one. In the case of mirror covers, it is often more cost-effective to replace it with a complete, used OEM component that retains its factory shape and material structure. If you want to analyze the differences between refurbishment and installing used components in more detail, check out the article Refurbished or used original – which part to choose for repairs?.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, mirror glass, or bases, check out the available parts in the Mercedes External Mirrors category.