Side Panel Mercedes CLK A209 C209 Front Left N/S Wing Fender Obsidian Black 197

Visual condition of the part

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

Side Panel Mercedes CLK A209 C209 Front Left N/S Wing Fender Obsidian Black 197 is an original body component designed for the front left side of the vehicle, ensuring proper body line alignment and compatibility with factory mounting points. Thanks to its factory Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color, it provides a practical solution for post-accident repairs and precise visual restorations. This is a used component that helps maintain a consistent body appearance and reduces the scope of additional paint work.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2098800318-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2098800318
• Substitutable numbers: A2098800318, A 209 880 03 18
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and body fitment

The presented fender is designed specifically for Mercedes CLK A209 / C209 series models, intended for the front left side of the vehicle. The construction matches factory dimensions and body geometry, which facilitates installation into existing mounting points and ensures proper alignment with the hood, bumper, and door.

This element plays a key role in protecting the side of the engine bay and wheel arch from water, mud, and minor mechanical damage, while also being responsible for maintaining proper aerodynamics and the aesthetics of the vehicle's side profile.

Color and paint layer

The fender is factory-finished in the Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 shade, characteristic of many Mercedes CLK equipment configurations. The metallic paint coating ensures consistency with the original body finish, which in many cases allows for local paint touch-ups instead of a full repaint of the component.

For body shops and users who care about maintaining the car's original look, this is a practical base for precisely matching the shade and paint structure to the rest of the bodywork.

Characteristics of the used component

As a used part, the fender comes from disassembly and represents a cost-effective solution compared to new body components. This type of component is particularly useful for post-accident repairs, where both proper fitment and the ability to maintain the vehicle's original specifications are important.

Choosing an original, used fender allows you to minimize the risk of problems with geometry, panel gaps, and compatibility with factory mounts and equipment installed within the wheel arch.

Application in Mercedes CLK repairs and restorations

Side Panel Mercedes CLK A209 C209 Front Left N/S Wing Fender Obsidian Black 197 will work well both for standard replacement of a damaged part and for more extensive restoration projects. It can be used in:

• repairs after collisions involving the front left part of the body,
• restorations of vehicles where corrosion or mechanical damage to the factory fender has occurred,
• projects to restore the original appearance of CLK A209 / C209 models.

Thanks to the preservation of factory body geometry, it facilitates the correct setting of panel gaps and the proper operation of other components mounted within the front left wheel arch area.

Related Mercedes front fenders and technical knowledge

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

For those interested in a broader context of technical solutions used in cars of this brand, including the evolution of body construction and the selection of spare parts, an article describing the development of flagship models may be helpful – The evolution of the Mercedes S-Class: from W140 to W222 – innovations, model differences, and Mercedes auto parts over the years. It allows for a better understanding of the manufacturer's design philosophy and the importance of using properly selected components during service and repairs.