Mercedes W245 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Panel Polar Silver Metallic - 761

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W245 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Panel Polar Silver Metallic is an original body component designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. Finished in the factory Polar Silver Metallic - 761 shade, it allows for an aesthetically and technically correct replacement of a damaged trunk lid without the need for costly painting. This used component, maintaining its OEM structure, ensures proper fitment with the bodywork and stable mounting of rear body equipment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697400905-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697400905
• Substitutable numbers: A1697400905, A 169 740 09 05, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The described trunk lid is dedicated to the rear body section of the Mercedes B-Class W245 generation. As a structural element of the rear body panel, it is responsible for:

• closing the luggage compartment and sealing the rear of the vehicle,
• proper guidance of the trunk actuators and lock,
• stable mounting of windows, trim strips, and other rear body components,
• maintaining the correct geometry of the rear bodywork.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, the lid allows for correct adjustment of gaps between body panels, which translates into proper trunk closing and the reduction of unwanted vibrations and noise while driving.

Color and paint match

The component is finished in the original Polar Silver Metallic - 761 color, characteristic of many Mercedes W245 units. Using the factory metallic silver shade often allows for installation without the need for full repainting, which reduces vehicle downtime and repair costs.

For body shops and individual users, this means the possibility of:

• visually consistent matching to the existing paintwork,
• minimizing the scope of paint work to potential spot repairs,
• maintaining the original character of the Mercedes body.

Installation characteristics

The Mercedes W245 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Panel was designed as an OEM component, which means it retains factory mounting points for hinges, the lock, and rear body equipment. This facilitates installation in a service environment without the need for structural modifications.

The main installation advantages include:

• factory layout of holes and mounts,
• compatibility with standard seals and finishing elements,
• the ability to use existing vehicle equipment (after transferring it from the previous lid, if in good working order).

Such a solution promotes the quick restoration of full functionality to the rear body section following a collision or corrosion of the original element.

Condition and use in repairs

The offered trunk lid is a used body component, which in service practice represents a favorable compromise between repair cost and maintaining original structural quality. Such components are frequently chosen by workshops specializing in post-accident repairs and by informed users who prefer parts from dismantling over aftermarket replacements of unknown origin.

Choosing a used trunk lid for a Mercedes W245 allows you to:

• reduce the cost of comprehensive rear body repairs,
• maintain structural consistency with other body elements,
• preserve the model's characteristic styling line.

Additionally, using an OEM component helps maintain the proper value of the vehicle after repair, which is important both for further operation and potential resale.

Mercedes Hoods – selecting body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as engine hoods, additional panels, or external covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Hoods category.

For those considering a wider use of components from dismantling in their cars, a guide describing the advantages of using used parts – in terms of economy, quality, and environmental aspects – may be helpful. You can find more on this topic in the article on the benefits of choosing used parts for premium class cars.