Mercedes W245 Door Trim Strip Rear Left N/S Polar Silver 761 A1696983762

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. Mercedes W245 Door Trim Strip Rear Left N/S Polar Silver 761 is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear left side of the vehicle. The trim in Polar Silver Metallic allows for an aesthetic and technically correct repair of the side body area, while maintaining the vehicle's factory character.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696983762-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696983762
• Substitutable numbers: A1696983762, A 169 698 37 62
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The presented trim is a component designed for installation on the rear left door of W245 series models. The vehicle placement is factory-defined, which facilitates correct installation and reduces the risk of improper fitment with the door panel. By using an original Mercedes component, the correct body lines are maintained, as well as the characteristic transitions between bodywork elements. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs and when replacing individual trim strips to restore a consistent appearance to the side of the vehicle.

Color and finish

The trim is finished in the Polar Silver Metallic - 761 shade, which allows for visual matching with body paint in the same color code. The metallic coating ensures consistency with the factory paint, and the precisely selected shade minimizes the need for additional painting work after installation. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a single element in an already painted car, where it is crucial to maintain a uniform color and proper light reflection across the entire side surface.

Technical characteristics and installation

The trim belongs to the group of body elements classified as Doors and door panels, which means it has been designed to work with factory mounting points in the door. The vehicle placement specified as rear – left side makes it easy to identify the correct mounting location during service work. The product comes from dismantling and is offered as a used element, which allows for an economical repair while maintaining the original geometry and construction. In practice, this means the possibility of restoring the correct appearance of the door without the need to use replacements with uncertain fitment.

Use in body repairs

The rear left door trim in Polar Silver Metallic will work well both for local repairs after minor damage and for more extensive body and paint work. It can be used in situations where:

• it is necessary to replace a damaged or deformed door trim,
• the vehicle has undergone body repair and a missing element needs to be replaced,
• there is a need to restore a consistent appearance of the side body after previous interventions. Thanks to the preservation of the factory shape and purpose of the element, it is possible to achieve an aesthetic final effect, without compromises in terms of fitment to the door lines.

Complementary Mercedes body elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as door skins, reinforcements, or additional trim strips, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

Safe choice of used parts

When selecting body elements from dismantling, it is worth paying attention to the origin and the way the parts are prepared for re-installation. In the case of more complex mechanical components, such as the steering system, it may be helpful to read the guide on purchasing used components from professional dismantling – detailed information can be found in the article Steering play and leaks: is it worth buying a used steering rack from professional dismantling?.