Mercedes W204 Side Wing Panel Front Left N/S Fender Tanzanite Blue Metallic 359

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W204 Side Wing Panel Front Left N/S Fender Tanzanite Blue Metallic is an original body component from the Front fenders category, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle's front section. Finished in an attractive Tanzanite Blue Metallic color, it allows for a visually consistent body repair while maintaining the factory character of your Mercedes. This used component is a functional solution for accident repairs, bodywork adjustments, and visual restorations.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048801318-TB1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048801318
• Substitutable numbers: A2048801318, A 204 880 13 18
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359
• Category: Fenders

Application and function in the bodywork

The presented fender is designed for installation in the front left part of the body, where it is responsible for protecting the vehicle's structure from water, mud, small stones, and other debris thrown from under the wheel. A correctly selected component of this type contributes to maintaining the proper geometry of the body lines, as well as ensuring correct fitment with the hood, bumper, and doors.

In the case of bodywork repairs on Mercedes W204 models, using a dedicated fender allows for reducing the need for additional modifications, which translates into a more predictable assembly process and a stable final result.

Tanzanite Blue Metallic color – benefits for repair

The Tanzanite Blue Metallic finish allows the component to be matched to a body of the same color, which significantly facilitates the painting and coating correction process. The metallic structure of the paint helps achieve a consistent visual effect with the remaining body panels while maintaining the characteristic depth and color reflections.

For body and paint shops as well as individual users, this means the possibility of limiting the scope of paint work to local touch-ups, provided that the condition of the coating and color match are satisfactory after a trial fitment.

Mounting parameters and functional features

The fender has been designed as a component dedicated to a specific generation of Mercedes, which helps maintain the correct shape of the edges, mounting points, and stampings. This makes it possible to:

• achieve proper fitment with adjacent body elements,
• maintain the factory wheel arch line and door edge,
• reduce the need for additional adjustments during installation.

The product has a specific weight, which is important both from the point of view of transport and planning the installation in workshop conditions. The used nature of the part allows for an economical repair while maintaining the original geometry of the component.

Part selection by numbers and vehicle integration

Manufacturer markings and available interchangeable numbers facilitate the verification of the fender's compatibility with a specific Mercedes W204 body version. When selecting the component, it is worth comparing the markings with the vehicle documentation or the already removed fender to confirm structural compliance.

This minimizes the risk of assembly problems, and the replacement process itself proceeds more efficiently – from removing the damaged panel, through trial fitting, to final tightening and preparation for paint work.

Repair expansion – related body elements

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 elements from the same group, such as additional panels, covers, or other fenders, check the available parts in the Mercedes Front fenders category.

Technical support and additional knowledge

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