Trunk Lid Mercedes W176 Boot Tailgate Panel South Seas Blue - 162

Visual condition of the part

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

Trunk Lid Mercedes W176 Boot Tailgate Panel South Seas Blue is an original tailgate panel designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle body. The component ensures a factory-fit to the body structure, and the distinctive South Seas Blue Metallic paint allows for visual consistency with the remaining body panels.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1767402201-SSB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1767402201
• Substitutable numbers: A1767402201, A 176 740 22 01, BG
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: South Seas Blue Metallic - 162
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The described trunk lid is dedicated to the Mercedes A-Class W176 generation model and is mounted in the rear body zone. It is responsible for closing the luggage compartment, maintaining the correct body lines, and providing a stable mounting point for rear equipment, such as lighting or emblems (depending on the vehicle configuration).

As a bodywork component from the Hoods category, the trunk panel works in conjunction with the hinges, lock, and rear body seals, influencing the vehicle's tightness, safety, and aesthetics.

Color and paint matching

The lid is finished in the factory South Seas Blue Metallic color, characteristic of selected Mercedes W176 configurations. The metallic paint coating provides an attractive visual effect while facilitating matching with the vehicle's existing paintwork, reducing the scope of any necessary paint repairs.

The original shade from the manufacturer's palette allows for maintaining color consistency with the other body panels, which is essential both for post-accident repairs and when replacing worn-out body parts.

Technical characteristics and installation

The trunk lid has been designed as a structural element of the rear body, maintaining the factory mounting points and geometry specified by the manufacturer. This allows for precise adjustment of panel gaps and proper interaction with the seals and the trunk lock.

The component has a specific weight, which is important when selecting actuators and hinges – using an original panel helps maintain the correct operation of the trunk opening and closing mechanism without overloading the hardware.

Condition and use in repairs

This is a used part, making it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs, restorations, and replacing damaged body elements in daily-driven vehicles. Choosing an original panel from the secondary market allows you to maintain compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications while optimizing repair costs.

A trunk lid of this type is suitable for both body and paint workshops and individual users who are looking for a matching body component for their Mercedes W176, while maintaining the original stylistic line and color.

Expanding the scope of repairs – related items

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

For users who are simultaneously servicing the vehicle's thermal comfort systems and want to make informed choices when selecting components from the secondary market, the guide article Air conditioning and heating – part selection and maintenance for year-round comfort, which discusses best practices for choosing used OEM components, may be helpful.