Mercedes W169 Side Wing Panel Front Right O/S Fender Cover Tropical Black - 160

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W169 Side Wing Panel Front Right O/S Fender Cover Tropical Black is an original body component from the Front fenders category, designed for the front right side of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory origin, it ensures a proper fit to the body lines and color consistency with the Tropical Black - 160 paint finish. This is a practical solution for post-collision repairs, bodywork adjustments, and restoring the aesthetics of the body in Mercedes compact class models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698810201-TBL1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698810201
• Substitutable numbers: A1698810201, A 169 881 02 01
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Tropical Black Metallic - 160
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and body fitment

The presented fender is designed for installation on the front right side of Mercedes W169 series vehicles. Its placement in the front zone means this component is responsible for both protecting the body structure and maintaining the correct body lines around the headlight, bumper, and front door. The OEM design allows for installation into factory mounting points, which facilitates the bodywork process and reduces the need for additional modifications.

Technical characteristics and color

The fender belongs to the Front fenders group, which are components responsible for covering the wheels, directing airflow, and protecting against dirt and water thrown up by the tires. The applied Tropical Black - 160 paint is a dark, metallic color that blends well with the body lines and emphasizes the characteristic design of Mercedes models. The metallic coating promotes even light reflection, which improves visual consistency with other body elements in the same paint code.

Condition of the component and use in repairs

The offered fender is a used part, which in practice means real cost savings while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with the body. Such components are particularly useful for:

• repairs after collisions in the front right part of the vehicle,
• replacing corroded or damaged fenders,
• restoring the factory look of the body without the need for aftermarket replacements.

For body and paint shops as well as individual users, choosing an original, used fender is often a favorable compromise between price and fitment quality.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes fender

Using an original fender in Tropical Black - 160 allows for reducing the scope of paint work, provided the paint on the vehicle matches the same color code. This allows you to:

• maintain shade consistency at the junction with the hood, bumper, and door,
• minimize the risk of differences in paint structure and gloss,
• shorten repair time and limit the scope of dismantling adjacent elements.

An additional advantage is the preservation of factory stampings and edges, which is important for both aerodynamics and proper fitment with the headlight, wheel arch, and decorative trim.

Technical support and part selection

The component has assigned OEM part numbers and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific equipment version and vehicle year. In case of doubt during selection, it is worth comparing the markings with the vehicle documentation or the numbers on the removed fender to ensure full mounting compatibility.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch area and the front part of the body in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional fenders, panels, or reinforcements, check the available parts in the Mercedes Front fenders category.

To better understand the advantages of using original, used body components and other sub-assemblies, it is worth reading the article Quality assurance and OEM safety – why are used original car parts the best choice for your car?, which discusses issues of safety, durability, and the cost-effectiveness of such solutions.