Mercedes W205 Rear Side Skirt Cover Cap Right O/S Polar White - 149 A2056980430

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W205 Rear Side Skirt Cover Cap Right O/S Polar White - 149 is an original body component from the Protective and decorative moldings group, designed for the rear right section of the side skirt area. The factory finish in Polar White – 149 ensures paint consistency and maintains the body aesthetics of the Mercedes C-Class W205 generation models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2056980430-POL
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2056980430
• Substitutable numbers: A2056980430, A 205 698 04 30
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Polar White - 149
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The rear right side skirt cover cap for the Mercedes W205 serves a dual role: aesthetic and protective. It closes the side skirt structure at the rear of the body on the passenger side, streamlining the side profile and limiting the exposure of the skirt edge to dirt and minor mechanical damage. Thanks to its precise fit to the body geometry, it ensures stable mounting and proper alignment of seals and adjacent panels.

Color and Polar White – 149 paint matching

The finish in Polar White – 149 is consistent with the factory Mercedes paint palette, which makes it easy to maintain a uniform look across the entire side of the vehicle without the need for additional painting, provided the car's color is correctly matched. The component is ready for installation in the rear right side skirt area, restoring the original body line after bodywork repairs or the replacement of damaged components.

Installation characteristics

The side skirt cover cap has been designed as a body part dedicated to a specific model, which translates into a proper fit with factory mounting holes and adjacent moldings and panels. The appropriate edge shaping facilitates correct seating in the rear part of the side skirt on the right side, minimizing the risk of stress and leaks in this area. Using an original component allows you to avoid problems typical of aftermarket replacements, such as poor fitment or the need for additional adjustments.

Benefits of using an original side skirt cover cap

Choosing an original side skirt cover cap for the Mercedes W205 is a beneficial solution both technically and visually. The component:

• restores the factory side body line in the rear section on the right side,
• limits the exposure of the side skirt area to dirt and minor damage,
• ensures color consistency with the Polar White – 149 paint,
• helps maintain the original character of the premium class vehicle.

As a part from the Protective and decorative moldings group, it supports the maintenance of the car's proper appearance, which is important both for daily use and for the future resale of the vehicle.

Expanding the modernization of the Mercedes side skirt area

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side skirt area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional moldings, check out the available parts in the Mercedes protective and decorative moldings category.

Used originals and current service trends

The growing interest in used OEM components for premium cars means that original body parts from dismantling are increasingly chosen over new aftermarket replacements. This allows for maintaining the vehicle's factory specifications at reasonable repair costs. If you want to better understand why such a solution is particularly beneficial in the coming years, it is worth reading the article Crisis in the new parts market? Why used originals for premium cars (BMW, Mercedes, Porsche) are the hottest trend in 2026.