Mercedes R171 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt Right O/S Iridium Silver Metallic - 775

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes R171 Right Sill Panel Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 is an original body part from the sill panels category, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. Finished in Iridium Silver Metallic - 775, it helps maintain a cohesive body appearance and the original side profile of your Mercedes car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1716980254-IRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1716980254
• Substitutable numbers: A1716980254, A 171 698 02 54
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and Function of the Sill Panel

The right sill panel for the Mercedes R171 is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the lower part of the body side and for protecting the sill from minor mechanical damage. This element stabilizes the car's side profile, improves the visual continuity of the bodywork, and helps to mitigate the impact of dirt and minor impacts from the road surface.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific R171 body generation, the panel maintains the correct geometry, which facilitates installation and ensures proper adhesion to the factory mounting points.

Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 Color and Visual Matching

The Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 finish allows for a seamless match with the original body paint in this shade. The metallic paint structure provides characteristic depth and light reflections, ensuring the vehicle retains a uniform, elegant appearance without the need for additional painting of the entire part (provided other panels are in the same color code).

Choosing a sill panel in the correct color is particularly important for accident repairs or when replacing damaged body parts, as it minimizes shade differences and facilitates achieving an aesthetically pleasing final result.

Vehicle Placement and Installation Aspects

The sill panel is designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle, meaning its shape, length, and mounting points are optimized for this specific side of the body. Correct placement is crucial for:

• maintaining the correct sill line and gaps between body panels,
• stable mounting to factory brackets and clips,
• proper drainage of water and dirt in the lower body area.

This part comes from the used Mercedes parts segment, allowing for an economical repair while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications.

Benefits of Using an Original Sill Panel

Using an original sill panel on the Mercedes R171 offers a range of practical technical and visual benefits:

• factory fit to the body shape and sill line,
• color consistency with Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 paint,
• reduced need for installation modifications,
• preservation of the original styling character of the R171 model.

For owners who care about the visual and technical condition of their car's body, replacing a damaged sill panel with an original part is a solution that restores the vehicle's aesthetics and ensures proper alignment of the side panels.

Other Mercedes Sill Panels and Additional Materials

If you are planning a comprehensive renovation of the lower body section or replacing multiple side elements on your Mercedes, it is worth considering selecting several components at once to maintain the visual and technical consistency of the entire set. In such cases, especially when working on both sides of the vehicle, check the available parts in the Mercedes Sill Panels category.

When working on the body, many drivers also decide to refresh wheel components, so a practical guide describing the process of selecting and refurbishing alloy wheels might be helpful – you can find it in the article Used Wheels Like New: A Guide to Buying and Refurbishing Alloy Wheels.