Mercedes W211 Door Front Right O/S E-Class Obsidian Black Metallic - 197

Listing details and visual condition of the part

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

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

Mercedes W211 Door Front Right O/S E-Class Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. The Obsidian Black Metallic paint finish ensures visual consistency with the factory color palette and allows for an aesthetic repair of the side body section without interfering with the vehicle's body geometry.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2117201405-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2117201405
• Substitutable numbers: A2117201405, A 211 720 14 05
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and body fitment

These doors are designed for installation on the front right side of the Mercedes W211 model. The construction is based on factory body geometry, which facilitates proper alignment with the fender, rocker panel, pillar, and hood, as well as correct adjustment of gaps and body lines.

The component belongs to the Doors and door panels group, making it a suitable base for transferring existing equipment, such as the window, lock, wiring harness, or upholstery (if they are intended to be transferred from the previous part). This type of solution allows for the preservation of the vehicle's original equipment specifications.

Color and paint layer

The doors are finished in Obsidian Black Metallic, marked with code 197, which is characteristic of many Mercedes trim levels. The metallic paint coating provides depth of color and good compatibility with factory clear coats, which facilitates visual matching during spot repairs or when replacing the entire panel.

For body and paint shops, using a component in this color reduces the scope of surface preparation and can shorten repair time, especially when correction is limited to polishing or local touch-ups rather than full repainting of the entire element.

Characteristics of the used component

The doors come from a used vehicle, meaning these are pre-owned parts that retain their factory construction and purpose. This type of component is often chosen for post-accident repairs when the priority is to maintain original material quality and compliance with the manufacturer's technology, while optimizing costs.

In the case of body parts, it is essential that the structural integrity is maintained and that the hinges, lock, and seals can be properly installed. A used OEM component allows for the restoration of factory edge profiles and body lines without the need to adjust aftermarket replacements with different geometry.

Benefits of using original Mercedes doors

Using original doors in Obsidian Black Metallic offers a number of practical benefits:

• Structural consistency – maintaining factory body geometry and compatibility with other body panels.
• Simplified installation – factory-provided mounting points for hinges, locks, and accessories, which simplifies workshop tasks.
• Reduced paint work – a ready-to-use paint layer in the correct metallic shade can reduce the scope of necessary finishing work.
• Aesthetic repair of the side body zone – the ability to restore the vehicle's original appearance after mechanical or corrosion damage.

Expanding repairs within Mercedes doors

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

Additional technical support

When planning body repairs, it is often necessary to simultaneously service mechanical components or power systems. In such a situation, a guide article on the diagnostics and operation of the fuel system may be helpful – you can find it here: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration. It allows for better planning of service work performed in parallel with body repairs.