Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Touring Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Polar Silver - 761

Mercedes-Benz B-Class W245 Touring Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Polar Silver - 761 is an original body component designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle, ensuring a factory fit and a consistent look for the car. The tailgate in Pure Silver Metallic allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged part, without compromising body geometry. This is a solution for users who value solid construction and compliance with Mercedes brand factory standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697400905-PS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697400905
• Substitutable numbers: A1697400905, A 169 740 09 05
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Pure Silver Metallic - 900
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the tailgate

The offered tailgate is dedicated to the rear body section of the Mercedes B-Class W245 generation. The component is responsible for the tight closure of the luggage compartment, correct body line alignment, and stable mounting of rear equipment, such as the glass, hinges, or locks (depending on the vehicle configuration). Thanks to its factory geometry, the tailgate ensures proper contact with seals and correct alignment with the fenders and rear bumper.

Color and visual fit

The finish in Pure Silver Metallic allows for maintaining stylistic consistency of the body in cars painted with the same color code. The metallic paint coating promotes even light distribution on the surface, which translates into an aesthetic appearance of the rear of the vehicle. In the case of professional installation and potential paint matching, it is possible to achieve a very harmonious visual effect with the remaining body panels.

Technical and assembly aspects

The tailgate belongs to a group of body components of significant structural importance, which is why its correct fit affects comfort and the tightness of the luggage compartment. The component has been designed for installation in the rear zone of the vehicle, taking into account factory mounting and routing points. The appropriately selected weight of the tailgate promotes the correct operation of hinges and actuators, and also facilitates daily opening and closing of the lid.

The product comes from the Hoods segment, which means it is part of the external body structure, adapted to work with factory sealing and mounting elements. During installation, it is recommended to use the original adjustment points to achieve even gaps between the tailgate and adjacent body panels.

Product characteristics and condition

The offered tailgate is a used component, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of wear typical for this type of part. At the same time, it retains its basic functional properties, enabling effective replacement of a damaged or corroded trunk lid. For many users, this represents a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the original body structure.

The tailgate is suitable for those who expect a factory fit to the Mercedes B-Class W245 body, without the need for adapting universal solutions. The use of an original body component helps maintain the proper structural rigidity of the rear of the vehicle and the correct operation of the lock and opening mechanisms.

Benefits of using an original tailgate

• Factory fit to the Mercedes B-Class W245 body, with no need for structural modifications.
• Color consistency thanks to the Pure Silver Metallic paint, with the possibility of professional matching to the rest of the body.
• Preservation of the original geometry of the rear of the vehicle, which facilitates gap adjustment and ensures proper trunk closing.
• Possibility of economical repair of rear body damage while using an original component.

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

For users interested in a broader approach to the operation of premium class cars and the impact of original used parts on vehicle durability, an article describing component selection procedures by catalog numbers and practical application examples may be helpful – you can find it here: BMW – sports performance and precision. How do original used parts extend the life of a Bavarian icon?.