Mercedes W204 Centre Console Ashtray Trim Cover Panel Aluminium A2046801507

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W204 Centre Console Ashtray Trim Cover Panel Aluminium is an original interior component designed for the C-Class W204 generation models. This aluminium panel provides an aesthetic finish to the ashtray area in the centre console, ensuring a cohesive look for the cockpit and a solid, factory-fit finish. Thanks to the use of aluminium, the interior gains a more modern and organized character, and the replacement of a damaged part is predictable and straightforward.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2046801507
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2046801507
• Substitutable numbers: A2046801507, A 204 680 15 07
• Category: Switches & Controls

Purpose and function in the centre console

The aluminium ashtray cover in the centre console is responsible for aesthetically closing the space around the ashtray and harmoniously connecting it with the other elements of the centre tunnel. As part of the Switches, control elements and ignition locks group, the panel works with the surrounding buttons and control modules, creating a visually and functionally consistent driver operation area.

A properly selected panel:

• restores the factory look of the centre console in the Mercedes W204,
• eliminates visible damage or gaps left by previous repairs,
• ensures stable mounting in the location intended by the manufacturer.

Construction and finish of the aluminium panel

The ashtray trim panel is made of aluminium, which translates into a deformation-resistant and durable surface. The structure and colour of the aluminium are matched to the interior design of the Mercedes C-Class W204, ensuring the component does not stand out from other cockpit elements.

Key design features:

• aluminium surface with a uniform texture,
• precisely shaped edges matched to the console contour,
• mounting points prepared for factory installation spots.

This type of solution allows for maintaining stylistic consistency of the interior and reduces the risk of improper fitment with adjacent control elements.

Benefits of using an original used component

Choosing an original, used aluminium panel for the Mercedes W204 is a reasonable compromise between quality and cost. The part comes from dismantling, which means it retains its factory geometry and mounting method, while allowing for cost savings compared to new parts. For owners of premium class cars, it is important that original interior components maintain material and colour consistency with the rest of the cockpit elements.

More about the advantages of using original parts from dismantling in cars of this brand can be found in the article: Used parts for Mercedes – original components from dismantling.

Integration with other control elements

The ashtray panel in the centre console works visually and mechanically with adjacent switches and other control elements. A properly selected and installed component:

• ensures an even transition line between the ashtray and the control panel,
• reduces the formation of play and rattles within the console area,
• makes it easier to keep the driver's operation area clean.

Thanks to this, the driver receives an organized, ergonomic workspace, and the interior of the Mercedes W204 remains in line with the factory design concept.

Expanding interior upgrades

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre console area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as buttons, control modules, or ignition lock housings, check the available parts in the category Mercedes switches, control elements and ignition locks.

For a broader perspective on the trend of using used original components in premium class cars, it is also worth reading the material: why used originals for Mercedes and other premium brands are becoming an increasingly popular choice.