Mercedes SLK R172 Seat Front Left N/S Interior Leather Black

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes SLK R172 Seat Front Left N/S Interior Leather Black is an original interior component from the Seats and benches category, designed for installation on the front left side of the cabin. The black leather upholstery ensures a consistent look with the factory interior finish while maintaining the character of the Mercedes SLK R172 roadster.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1729103004-2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1729103004
• Substitutable numbers: A1729103004, A 172 910 30 04
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Mercedes SLK R172

The presented seat has been designed specifically for the Mercedes SLK R172 generation model, intended for the front left side. This ensures the correct geometry of the seat base, backrest, and rails relative to the factory mounting points in the floor, as well as proper alignment with the cockpit lines, center console, and driver's door.

The vehicle positioning has been selected to ensure the seat works with factory safety and interior ergonomics systems, while also providing a comfortable driving position for both city and highway driving.

Upholstery material and performance characteristics

The upholstery is made of black leather, which provides a classic, understated interior look and makes the surface easy to keep clean. The leather handles intensive use well and, with proper care, retains its appearance for a long time, which is important for both comfort and the vehicle's value.

The black color of the upholstery makes it easy to integrate the seat with other interior elements – the dashboard, door panels, or center console – without the need to interfere with other cabin components. This is a practical solution when replacing a single seat after mechanical damage or wear.

Driver seat function and ergonomics

As a seat mounted on the front left side, this component serves as the driver's seat, responsible for stable body support while driving. The construction was developed to maintain the correct position behind the wheel, which translates into:

• secure back and thigh support within typical adjustment ranges,
• a comfortable position behind the wheel during longer journeys,
• consistent fit with the factory cockpit layout in the Mercedes SLK R172.

Thanks to this, the seat can be used both as a replacement part after damage and as a way to refresh the driver's area in a daily-driven vehicle.

Used condition and benefits of choosing dismantled parts

The seat comes from the secondary market, which allows for an economical replacement of the interior component while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing a used seat from dismantling is particularly beneficial when you want to preserve the factory character of the interior without having to match aftermarket replacements with different textures or shades of upholstery.

More about how branded recycled seats affect driving comfort and the perceived value of the vehicle can be found in the article: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and car value.

Why choose this seat for your Mercedes SLK R172

By choosing this seat, you gain an interior component tailored to a specific model, with black leather upholstery that facilitates integration with the existing cabin arrangement. It is a solution that allows you to restore the functionality and aesthetics of the driver's area without interfering with the body structure or changing the mounting layout.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as passenger seats, backrests, or rear benches, check the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and benches category.

Additional information on when it pays to choose used parts instead of new ones can be found in the guide: Car parts – new or used? A comparison of costs and durability.