Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 Left N/S Door Wing Mirror Primed Light A1688100364

Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 Left N/S Door Wing Mirror Primed Light in a primed version is an original body component designed for the professional replacement of a damaged driver-side mirror. As part of the Mirror components category, this product ensures a proper fit to the bodywork, maintains factory geometry, and provides correct visibility in traffic. Thanks to the surface being prepared for painting, it serves as a convenient base for final finishing in the body color.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-A1688100364-PRIM
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1688100364
• Substitutable numbers: A1688100364, A 1688100364, A 168 810 03 64, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Primed
• Category: Mirror Components

Purpose and fitment for Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168

The offered left mirror component has been designed specifically for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 body, which translates into a precise fit with the driver-side door. The housing and mounting construction are consistent with the manufacturer's factory solutions, ensuring the mirror maintains the correct position relative to the pillar and window without requiring any installation modifications.

Its placement on the left side of the vehicle allows for the restoration of full side visibility functionality following a potential collision or mechanical damage. This is a practical solution for both post-accident repairs and the replacement of worn or corroded body parts.

Primed coating – preparation for painting

The mirror is supplied in a primed finish, meaning it has a factory primer layer ready for painting. This configuration facilitates:

• selection of any color matching the body paint,
• achieving an even, aesthetic paint finish,
• reducing the preparation time of the component in a body shop.

As a result, once painted, the mirror integrates harmoniously with the body lines, and the vehicle retains a consistent, factory appearance without visible shade differences.

Performance characteristics and role in safety

The left door mirror on the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 is responsible for monitoring blind spots and observing traffic in adjacent lanes. A properly selected and installed component:

• improves driver orientation during lane changes and parking maneuvers,
• reduces the risk of collisions resulting from poor visibility,
• supports driving comfort in city traffic and on the road.

Replacing a damaged mirror with an original component from the Mirror components group allows you to maintain factory field-of-view parameters and mounting stability, which is essential for safety and regulatory compliance.

Used condition and benefits of choosing an original component

The offered component is in used condition, which represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the manufacturer's original quality. In practice, this means:

• the possibility of economical vehicle repair while maintaining the factory mirror construction,
• better fit to the bodywork than many low-budget aftermarket replacements,
• reducing waste by reusing functional parts.

This solution is particularly beneficial for comprehensive body repairs where both functionality and service cost control are important.

Mercedes mirror components – expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side body area of your Mercedes and need other items from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or mounts, check out the available parts in the Mercedes mirror components category.

More about used Mercedes parts

When planning a repair, it is worth knowing the broader context of using original used components in cars of this brand. See how to practically combine driving comfort with service cost optimization by using solutions such as air conditioning compressors, suspension elements, or control modules – details can be found in the article Used Mercedes parts – original parts from dismantling.

If you are interested in a broader look at the secondary market and the most frequently chosen original components for popular models, our guide to the used parts market may also be helpful: Best used car parts – a guide to the most frequently chosen original parts.