Mercedes S203 Estate Tailgate Trim Number Plate Trunk Iridium Silver - 775

Mercedes S203 Estate Tailgate Trim Number Plate Trunk Iridium Silver in Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 is an original body component designed for the rear section of the vehicle. This used trim provides a functional and aesthetic finish to the tailgate, making it easier to restore the factory look of the car after a collision, corrosion, or panel replacement. Thanks to the preservation of original geometry and mounting points, this solution allows for precise fitting to the bodywork without the need for modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2037400381-IRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2037400381
• Substitutable numbers: A2037400381, A 203 740 03 81, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the component

The described tailgate trim is mounted on the rear of the body, in the license plate area. It is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the tailgate edge and the proper seating of the license plate, as well as for a consistent transition of the body lines between the window and the bumper. In the case of post-accident repairs or the replacement of corroded elements, it allows for the restoration of the factory line of the vehicle's rear, which is important both visually and functionally.

Thanks to the preservation of the original design, the trim works with the factory mounting points on the tailgate, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of leaks or stress in the paneling. This is particularly important when precisely setting the gaps between body components.

Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 color and visual fit

The factory paint Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 is a popular shade of metallic silver used in Mercedes models, ensuring consistency with the original body color palette. Using a component in this color allows for limiting the scope of paintwork or skipping it entirely if the other elements of the rear body section are in the same shade.

The metallic paint coating provides a characteristic play of light on the surface of the trim, which improves the visual perception of the vehicle's rear. When installed correctly, the trim creates an even line with the tailgate and adjacent panels, which is significant for professional body restoration.

Benefits of using an original tailgate trim

Using an original component from the Tailgates and rear parts category brings a number of practical advantages compared to low-quality replacements. The most important benefits include:

• preservation of factory mounting points and geometry, which facilitates the adjustment of gaps and body lines,
• visual consistency with other elements of the rear of the vehicle, especially with the same paint shade,
• possibility of using existing mounting holes in the tailgate without additional fitting,
• reduction of time required for fitting and adjusting the component during body and paint repairs.

For workshops dealing with post-accident repairs and for users who care about maintaining the original look of the car, this is a solution that allows for a technically correct and aesthetic reconstruction of the rear body section.

Used condition and use in repairs

The component is offered in a used condition, which means it comes from vehicle dismantling and has been verified for its suitability for further installation. This type of part is particularly attractive for repairs where combining reasonable costs with maintaining the original body structure is key. In many cases, a used tailgate trim allows for a better fit than a cheap replacement, which translates into installation stability and connection durability.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard surface inspection and potential preparation for painting if the vehicle has a different body color than Iridium Silver Metallic - 775. This allows for precise matching of the component both technically and visually.

Expanding rear body repairs

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 tailgate panels, reinforcements, or additional panels, check the available parts in the Mercedes Tailgates and rear parts category.

For users who, in parallel with body repair, are planning to improve the comfort and aesthetics of the cabin, a guide on interior personalization may be helpful – more information can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts.