Mercedes W245 Side Skirt Trim Door Sill Cover Left N/S Cosmic Black Metallic 191

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The Mercedes W245 Left Sill Trim Strip Black is an original body part from the sill trims category, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. The dark finish in Cosmos Black Metallic helps maintain a cohesive body appearance and aesthetically renew the sill area, especially in cars used daily.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696111508-KB1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696111508
• Substitutable numbers: A1696111508, A1696102108, A 169 611 15 08, A 169 610 21 08, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and Function of the Sill Trim Strip

The presented sill trim strip is designed as a protective and finishing element for the left side sill. Its purpose is to shield the body edges from mechanical damage resulting from getting in and out of the vehicle, as well as from contact with minor road debris. Thanks to its precise profile, the trim strip helps maintain the vehicle's proper side line, which is important both visually and functionally.

Color and Visual Matching

The finish in Cosmos Black Metallic - 191 ensures consistency with the factory paint palette used in Mercedes models. The metallic black effectively masks typical operational dirt while allowing for an aesthetic blend with other body elements and bumpers. This is a practical solution for replacing a single sill when maintaining a uniform appearance of the entire vehicle side is important.

Vehicle Placement and Installation Aspects

The trim strip is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle, making it easier to select the correct part for accident repairs or body refreshes. The design corresponds to the factory solution used in the Mercedes W245, allowing for the preservation of original mounting points and proper alignment with adjacent panels. These types of body parts are typically installed using existing holes and clips, which reduces service time.

Characteristics of a Used Product

The sill trim strip comes from the used parts segment, offering a sensible compromise between repair cost and maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. In practice, this means the possibility of restoring the correct appearance and function of the sill without resorting to aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment. For many Mercedes owners, this is a way to maintain the consistency of body parts while controlling the service budget.

Benefits of Using an Original Sill Trim Strip

Using an original sill trim strip for the W245 allows you to:

• maintain the factory geometry and side line of the body,
• reduce the risk of poor fitment characteristic of universal parts,
• maintain a consistent color and surface structure in the sill area,
• increase the protection of body edges against typical operational damage.

If you are planning a comprehensive renovation of the side body of your Mercedes and also need other parts from the sill trims category for this brand, check the available parts in the Mercedes Sill Trims category.

For drivers interested in the broader use of used parts for repairs and modifications of premium cars, practical tips on selecting used components may be useful – find more information in the article Audi on Used Parts – Tuning and Repairs Without Losing Quality.