Mercedes W176 Front Seat Backrest Sport Left N/S Leather / Cloth Fabric

Mercedes W176 Front Seat Backrest Sport Left N/S Leather / Cloth Fabric is an original interior component from the Seats and benches group, designed for installation on the driver's side in the front of the vehicle. The backrest, finished in black leather and cloth, maintains a consistent, factory-original cabin character while providing solid support for daily use. This is an ideal solution for users looking to restore the full functionality of a sports seat without compromising on fitment or ergonomics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1769108501
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1769108501
• Substitutable numbers: A1769108501, A 176 910 85 01
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and vehicle compatibility

The offered backrest is a component of a sports seat mounted on the front left side, meaning it is designed specifically for the driver's position. The construction adheres to the manufacturer's original specifications, ensuring that the correct mounting points, geometry, and body-contouring profiles are maintained. The black upholstery color facilitates integration with most interior configurations used in this model, without the need for modifications to other cabin elements.

Construction, materials, and sporty character

The backrest combines leather and cloth finishes, providing a balanced compromise between aesthetics and practicality. The leather gives the interior a more prestigious look, while the cloth segments promote stable back support during driving. The profiling typical of sports seats improves lateral torso support, which is noticeable both in daily use and during more dynamic driving. As a result, the driver gains a more secure position behind the wheel and better control over the vehicle.

Functional benefits of replacing the backrest

Replacing the sports seat backrest itself is a beneficial solution in cases of mechanical damage, upholstery wear, or foam deformation in the upper part of the seat. It allows you to:

• restore proper back and shoulder support,
• reduce fatigue during long journeys,
• maintain a consistent interior look without replacing the entire seat,
• preserve the original character of the sporty cabin configuration.

For many users, this is a technically and economically sound way to refresh the seating area while maintaining factory design solutions.

Condition, origin, and installation aspects

The backrest comes from a vehicle dismantling process, meaning it is a used part that retains the parameters necessary for continued use. Such components are particularly valued by those who prefer original manufacturer solutions over aftermarket replacements with uncertain fitment. Installation involves transferring the backrest onto the existing sports seat base using factory mounting points, which simplifies the work for the workshop and reduces the risk of improper alignment.

Comfort, aesthetics, and vehicle value

Using an original sports seat backrest in a black leather and cloth finish allows you to maintain visual consistency in the cockpit and improve the subjective perception of interior quality. A well-preserved element in this area influences the perception of the entire vehicle – both by the user and a potential buyer during resale. Replacing a worn backrest with a well-maintained component from a dismantled vehicle is therefore a reasonable way to increase driving comfort and maintain the car's value at a stable level.

If you want to better plan the modernization of the seating area in your car and are wondering how replacing seats or their components affects comfort and vehicle valuation, read the article: Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and car value.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or complete seat structures, check the available parts in the Mercedes Seats and benches category.