Mercedes W169 Side Panel Front Left N/S Wing Fender Cover Reef Silver - 783

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W169 Side Panel Front Left N/S Wing Fender Cover Reef Silver is an original body component designed for precise installation in the front left wheel arch area. Thanks to its factory-spec shape and dimensional compatibility, it ensures correct body line alignment and a consistent appearance with the rest of the vehicle's bodywork. This used part allows for an economical yet technically sound vehicle repair.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698810101-RS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698810101
• Substitutable numbers: A1698810101, A 169 881 01 01, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Reef Silver Metallic - 783
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The described side panel is dedicated to the front left body section of the Mercedes A-Class W169 generation. As a fender assembly component, it is responsible for:

• protecting the wheel arch area from dirt and moisture,
• stable alignment of the fender edge relative to the door and bumper,
• maintaining the proper geometry of the vehicle's front in the area of the left wheel.

Thanks to its factory profile, the panel works seamlessly with adjacent body components, which facilitates maintaining correct mounting gaps and reduces the need for additional modifications during accident repairs or restoration.

Reef Silver Metallic – 783 color and visual aspects

The item is finished in Reef Silver Metallic – 783 paint, characteristic of many Mercedes W169 units. Using the original silver metallic shade:

• makes it easier to match the vehicle's existing paintwork,
• reduces the scope of potential paint shop work,
• allows for maintaining a consistent, factory character of the body.

In the case of local repairs, a panel in this color provides a practical base for further shade matching, which is beneficial in terms of both time and service costs.

Condition, installation, and fitment

As a part from the Rear wheel arches and fenders category, this side panel is a body component intended for re-installation on a vehicle. This used component allows for:

• replacing a damaged or corroded panel while maintaining original geometry,
• installation into factory mounting points without the need for structural modifications,
• maintaining correct wheel arch edge alignment relative to the tire and suspension.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard surface verification and preparation for further body and paint work, in accordance with procedures used in Mercedes body repair shops.

Application in Mercedes W169 body repairs

The left-side fender panel is particularly useful for repairs following front-side collisions and for restoring vehicles operated in harsh conditions. Replacing this component allows you to:

• restore the correct body line flow in the front part of the car,
• reduce the risk of further corrosion in the wheel arch area,
• maintain visual consistency with other body elements in Reef Silver Metallic.

For body shops and individual users, this is a solution that enables cost-effective restoration of the factory look without the need to purchase more expensive, new components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, panels, or additional body fragments, check out the available parts in the Mercedes rear wheel arches and fenders category.

Additional technical and operational support

When working on the body, it is also worth paying attention to the condition of systems that interact with the bodywork, such as the cooling system, especially in vehicles operated in high temperatures. Practical tips on optimizing service costs and selecting used components can be found in the guide Summer heat vs. cooling system: used radiators and fans as a guarantee of savings, which will help you better plan service work on your car.