Mercedes W205 Front Door Outer Handle Right O/S Obsidian Black 197 A0997604801

Mercedes W205 Front Door Outer Handle Right O/S Obsidian Black 197 is an original body component designed for precise installation on the passenger side. Thanks to the factory paint in the Obsidian Black Metallic – 197 shade, the handle perfectly matches the vehicle's styling line, ensuring a cohesive and aesthetic appearance. It is a practical solution for replacing a damaged handle, repairing after a collision, or restoring the car to its factory condition.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-A0997604801-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A0997604801
• Substitutable numbers: A0997604801, A 099 760 48 01
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and body fitment

The presented handle is a part from the Door handles category, designed for installation on the front right door in Mercedes C-Class W205 generation models. The passenger-side placement allows for a direct replacement of the factory component without the need for door structure modifications. The original mounting geometry facilitates installation and ensures proper operation with the lock mechanism and door wiring.

Color and paint finish

The handle is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic – 197, one of the popular, elegant shades used on Mercedes vehicles. The metallic paint coating ensures consistency with the factory body paint, which reduces the need for additional painting when replacing the component. This is a beneficial solution for body and paint repairs when you want to maintain the car's original look and uniform light reflection on the door surface.

Technical and functional characteristics

As an original exterior handle for a Mercedes, the component retains factory proportions, an ergonomic shape, and the correct grip profile, which translates into comfortable door opening in daily use. The design is prepared to work with the stock lock mechanism and internal door linkage, ensuring full functionality of opening and closing the vehicle after installation.

The product comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part, but still useful in the body repair process. This type of solution allows for an economical replacement of the component while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and fleet vehicle renovations.

Application in Mercedes W205 repairs and renovations

The front right door outer handle in Obsidian Black Metallic will prove useful in situations where:

• mechanical damage or cracking of the original handle has occurred,
• replacement of the component is necessary after scratching or denting the door,
• you are performing body repairs after a collision and want to maintain the factory look of the vehicle,
• you prefer to use original components instead of aftermarket replacements.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory color and construction, the handle allows for quick restoration of full door functionality and the aesthetics of the side body section without interfering with the door structure.

Complementary elements and further information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as exterior handles, covers, or additional mounting elements, check the available parts in the Mercedes Door handles category.

For users interested in a broader approach to repairs using dismantled parts, guide materials regarding work with electronics and control modules may also be useful – a good starting point is the article Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 series models, which shows a practical approach to using original used components in advanced automotive systems.

Summary

Mercedes W205 Front Door Outer Handle Right O/S Obsidian Black 197 is a functional, original body component that facilitates professional repair of the side of the vehicle. The use of factory color, matched mountings, and compatibility with the door structure make it a practical solution for workshops, body and paint shops, and individual users who care about maintaining a cohesive look and proper operation of the door opening mechanism.