Mercedes CLS C218 X218 Door Front Right O/S Obsidian Black Metallic - 197

Listing details and visual condition of the part

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

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

Mercedes CLS C218 X218 Door Front Right O/S Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 paint finish ensures a consistent match with the factory bodywork, facilitating post-accident repairs or the replacement of a damaged panel. This used component provides a functional solution for owners of Mercedes C218 / X218 models who require parts that meet factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2187201605-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2187201605
• Substitutable numbers: A2187201605, A 218 720 16 05
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

These doors are designed for installation on the front right side of the body, which is crucial for maintaining proper body geometry and correct alignment with the fender, rocker panel, and pillar. The component comes from a Mercedes vehicle, ensuring it retains the factory crease lines, correct edge profiles, and compatibility with original hinges, locks, and seals (mounted separately).

Doors from this reference are particularly useful for repairs following side collisions, where it is necessary to restore the proper operation of the lock, cabin sealing, and the aesthetics of the side bodywork without the need for aftermarket replacements of uncertain origin.

Color and paint finish

The factory color Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is a popular, dark metallic shade used in many Mercedes models, characterized by a deep black finish with a metallic effect in daylight. Using original paint across the entire surface of the door makes it easier to match with the existing bodywork, limiting the scope of any potential paintwork to blending adjacent panels if required.

For body shops and individual users, this means shorter repair times and reduced costs for full repainting, while maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance.

Characteristics of the used component

The doors come from the secondary market, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the original construction. A used body component of this type is a good solution when the priority is compliance with factory geometry rather than purchasing a new part at a significantly higher price. Such components are frequently chosen by professional service centers specializing in Mercedes vehicle repairs, as well as by informed users looking for a reasonable compromise between cost and quality.

Replacing the complete front door on the right side often avoids time-consuming repairs of heavily deformed panels, ensuring stable mounting for the window, seals, and internal equipment components.

Use in body repairs

The component from the Doors and door panels group is essential for restoring the structure of the side bodywork after mechanical damage. In workshop practice, such doors are used, among other things, for:

• repairs after side collisions involving damage to the rocker panel and pillar zones,
• replacing deformed or corroded door panels,
• restoring proper closing and sealing of the passenger cabin,
• vehicle restorations where maintaining the original body line is essential.

Thanks to the factory origin of the doors, it is possible to precisely set the gaps between body elements, which translates into correct lock operation and acoustic comfort inside the vehicle.

Support with selection and additional information

When selecting doors for a specific C218 or X218 body version, it is worth paying attention to the vehicle's equipment configuration and the requirements of the workshop installing the part. If necessary, you can refer to the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers visible in the technical specifications section to confirm full compatibility with your specific car.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as door skins, reinforcements, or door frames, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

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