Mercedes W166 Front Emblem Logo Star Grille Base Chrome A2078170116

Mercedes W166 Front Emblem Logo Star Grille Base Chrome is an original component from the Emblems and ornaments category, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle body. The chrome finish ensures a consistent look with factory body details, and the use of the original logo helps maintain the characteristic styling of the Mercedes brand.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1668170016
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1668170016
• Substitutable numbers: A1668170016, A 166 817 00 16
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Emblems & Ornaments

Purpose and function of the emblem

The presented emblem is dedicated to installation in the front part of the vehicle, in the hood area. Its task is to clearly display the Mercedes corporate star and aesthetically complete the body lines. Thanks to the use of a chrome surface, the element harmonizes well with moldings, the air intake grille, and other finishing details.

The original logo on the hood is not only a visual aspect but also maintains consistency with the vehicle's factory specifications, which is important for future resale of the car and for professional body and paint repairs.

Construction and finish

The emblem is made in a Chrome finish, which provides a characteristic metallic shine and good resistance to typical operating conditions. The design intended for mounting on the front of the vehicle allows for stable seating in the factory mounting point, without the need for body modifications.

The chrome surface makes it easy to keep clean – road dirt and deposits can be removed with standard exterior care products, while maintaining basic maintenance rules for decorative coatings.

Condition and service application

The item comes from the secondary market, which makes it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs, renovations, or restoring the vehicle to its original appearance after damage or loss of the emblem. Choosing an original logo from the used market allows you to reduce costs compared to new parts, while maintaining proper fit to the hood and the front body zone.

The emblem will work well both in professional body and paint workshops and among users who are independently assembling exterior body components for their Mercedes.

Benefits of using an original emblem

• Visual consistency – maintaining the factory look of the vehicle front thanks to the original star on the hood.
• Better fit compared to replacements, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of leaks or looseness.
• Chrome finish compatible with other Mercedes styling details.
• A reasonable cost choice for repairs and renovations thanks to the use of secondary market parts.

Expanding the styling zone of the vehicle front

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional logos, decorative moldings, or decorative inserts, check the available parts in the Mercedes Emblems and ornaments category.

Additional substantive support

If you are also thinking about broader vehicle modifications, including improving performance using secondary market components, a guide on safe tuning may be helpful – you can find it in the article How to increase engine power: a practical guide to engine tuning with used parts.