Mercedes C118 Trunk Lid Model Badge Logo CLA 200 A1188171300

Mercedes C118 CLA 200 Model Logo A1188171300 is an original emblem from the Emblems and Trim group, designed to denote the CLA 200 engine version on the trunk lid or another body element. The product comes from the Mercedes brand and provides an aesthetic, factory finish for the rear of the vehicle, restoring a cohesive body appearance after repair or modification.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1188171300
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1188171300
• Substitutable numbers: A1188171300, A 118 817 13 00
• Category: Emblems & Ornaments

Technical Characteristics of the CLA 200 Emblem

The presented emblem belongs to the Emblems and Trim category, meaning it is a body element responsible for clearly identifying the model and engine version. As an original Mercedes part, it maintains the correct geometry of letters and numbers, proportions, and typography consistent with factory standards, ensuring it is visually indistinguishable from a part fitted on the production line after installation.

The CLA 200 model logo is intended for installation in the exterior body area, where it is exposed to weather conditions, automatic car washes, and chemical agents. The emblem's construction is designed for such use, allowing the designation to remain legible and the rear of the vehicle to maintain its visual consistency for a long time.

Application and Function on the Mercedes C118 Body

The model emblem serves several important functional and visual purposes:

• enables unambiguous identification of the CLA 200 version on the body,
• restores the factory appearance of the rear of the vehicle after body and paint repairs,
• ensures stylistic consistency with other Mercedes designations on the car body,
• enhances the vehicle's aesthetics, especially for cars serviced to an OEM-like standard.

Thanks to the use of an original emblem, the body line and the placement of designations remain consistent with the manufacturer's design, which is important for both daily use and potential resale of the vehicle.

Product Condition and Benefits of Choosing a Used Part

The offered CLA 200 model logo is a part in used condition, allowing for an economical replacement of a missing or damaged designation while maintaining the original origin of the part. For many Mercedes users, this is a reasonable compromise between cost and preserving the factory body appearance.

Choosing a used emblem from the OE offer also means:

• better visual matching with other, already-used body elements,
• reduced differences in shade and gloss compared to other designations,
• preservation of the original styling characteristic of the C118 series.

Selection, Compatibility, and Installation Aspects

The CLA 200 model logo has been specifically designed for the C118 series body, facilitating correct positioning on the trunk lid or another manufacturer-designated location. When selecting a part, it is advisable to pay attention to compliance with vehicle documentation and factory markings to avoid stylistic or dimensional differences.

The emblem, as an exterior element, is typically mounted on a properly prepared paint surface. In practice, this means thoroughly cleaning and degreasing the mounting area and precise alignment with the body edges. A correctly installed logo ensures an aesthetic arrangement of letters and numbers parallel to the body lines, which is important for the overall visual perception of the vehicle.

Expanding the Visual Configuration of the Mercedes CLA

Replacing or supplementing the model designation is often part of broader bodywork – from accident repairs to refreshing the car's appearance. In such scenarios, it is also worth considering other decorative elements and designations to ensure a cohesive look. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body area on your Mercedes and need other parts from the same group, such as engine version designations, manufacturer logos, or additional model lettering, check the available parts in the Mercedes Emblems and Trim category.

For users interested in a broader approach to vehicle servicing – including selecting components by catalog numbers and proper diagnostics – a guide describing the principles of working with the fuel system and part identification may be helpful. More information can be found in the article Fuel System – Injectors, Pumps, and Fuel Tank: Maintenance and Repair, which discusses, among other things, selecting parts by OEM numbers and practical aspects of operation.

Summary

Mercedes C118 CLA 200 Model Logo A1188171300 is an original emblem from the bodywork Emblems and Trim group, intended to restore or maintain the factory designation for the CLA 200 version. As a used part, it allows for cost-effective visual servicing of the vehicle while preserving the characteristic Mercedes styling, consistent with other body elements.