Mercedes R172 Wing Fender Panel Front Left N/S Indium Grey Metallic - 963

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes R172 Wing Fender Panel Front Left N/S Indium Grey Metallic - 963 is an original body component from the Front fenders group, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. Finished in the attractive Indium Grey Metallic - 963 color, it allows for a technically correct repair of the wheel arch area without interfering with the vehicle's body geometry, while maintaining the consistent styling of the Mercedes car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1728800107-ING
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1728800107
• Substitutable numbers: A1728800107, A 172 880 01 07
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Indium Grey Metallic - 963
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and function of the component

The presented front left fender is a factory-designed body panel, responsible for covering the wheel, maintaining the body line, and protecting against debris thrown from under the tire. Its placement in the front wheel arch area means the component works in conjunction with the hood, bumper, door, and cowl panel, which is why its proper fit is essential for both aesthetics and the correct installation of other components.

The Indium Grey Metallic - 963 color often allows for limiting the scope of painting to local touch-ups or color matching, which shortens repair time and reduces body restoration costs. Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, the fender provides a solid base for precise adjustment of gaps between body panels.

Technical specifications and installation

The fender has been designed specifically for Mercedes R172 series models, taking into account factory mounting points, stampings, and edge shapes. The vehicle placement defined as front – left side ensures clear identification of the mounting position and eliminates the risk of error when selecting the part.

The element belongs to the Front fenders group, which means compatibility with factory brackets, supports, and wheel arch liners intended for this body zone. The fender's construction allows for installation using standard screws and clips, without the need to modify the vehicle's load-bearing structure, which is important from the perspective of safety and subsequent service maintenance.

Color and visual fit

The finish in Indium Grey Metallic - 963 is characteristic of many Mercedes R172 equipment configurations and allows for maintaining a consistent body appearance after repair. The metallic paint coating works well with factory clear coats and standard paint systems used in professional paint shops.

In practice, this means the possibility of:

• limiting the scope of paint work to a minimal area,
• easier color matching to the remaining body panels,
• maintaining a uniform, aesthetic side line of the vehicle.

Component condition and service application

The offered fender is a used part, making it a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, correcting parking damage, or restoring the vehicle to a technically sound state after local body deformations. Such elements are particularly useful in situations where it is crucial to maintain the original construction and shape of the panel while optimizing repair costs.

Choosing an original fender dedicated to the Mercedes R172 facilitates bodywork, reduces the amount of "on-car" adjustments, and allows for the preservation of factory body lines, which is significant for both insurance repairs and the restoration of daily-driven vehicles.

Expanding body repairs

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front wheel arch area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional body panels, wheel arch liners, or compatible side panel fragments, check the available parts in the Mercedes front fenders category.