Mercedes W176 Rear Boot Trunk Tailgate Adhered Emblem Lettering CDI A1768171015

Mercedes W176 Rear Boot Trunk Tailgate Adhered Emblem Lettering CDI is an original component from the Emblems and ornaments group, designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle body. The chrome finish ensures a consistent, factory-original look with other body details, and using an original Mercedes component helps maintain the aesthetics and clear identification of the vehicle's engine version.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1768171015
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1768171015
• Substitutable numbers: A1768171015, A 176 817 10 15
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Emblems & Ornaments

Purpose and function of the CDI emblem

The presented emblem is dedicated for installation on the rear trunk lid in W176 series models. The CDI designation indicates the vehicle's engine version, which is important for both visual and identification purposes – it makes it easy to recognize the car's specifications at a glance. By using an original solution, compliance with the factory body design is maintained.

Finish and aesthetics of the chrome lettering

The chrome surface provides a characteristic, shimmering effect that blends well with moldings, logos, and other body details. The emblem has been designed to:

• maintain stylistic consistency with other markings on the vehicle,
• be legible from various angles and distances,
• meet the factory quality standards of the Mercedes brand.

This finish allows you to restore the vehicle's original appearance after bodywork and paint repairs or to visually replace a missing element on the rear of the body.

Installation characteristics of the rear emblem

The emblem is designed for installation in the rear area of the body, on the trunk lid. The construction and shape are matched to the lines of the W176 body, which facilitates correct positioning relative to the edges and other markings. Using the correct component helps avoid problems with installation geometry and differences in shade or gloss compared to original details.

Condition of the item and use in repairs

The product comes from the secondary market, which makes it a practical choice for post-accident repairs, restorations, or replacing missing body details. A used emblem often allows for a better visual match to the rest of the bodywork than a new replacement, reducing differences in shade or surface character.

If you would like to learn more about the advantages of using original, used body parts compared to replacements, it is worth reading the article Post-accident repair of your car: why are used body parts a better choice than replacements?, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting components for repairs.

Selection of other emblems and ornaments for Mercedes

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear body area of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional model lettering, engine version designations, or decorative logos, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Emblems and ornaments category.

Summary

Mercedes W176 Rear Boot Trunk Tailgate Adhered Emblem Lettering CDI is a functional, chrome identification element that allows you to restore the original look of the rear of the vehicle. Using an original emblem from the Emblems and ornaments group supports the maintenance of a consistent body style, which is important both during repairs and for preserving the visual value of the car in the long term.