Mercedes W177 Emblem Trunk Lid Rear Tailgate Logo Mercedes Star A1778170000

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Mercedes W177 Emblem Trunk Lid Rear Tailgate Logo Mercedes Star is an original component from the Emblems and ornaments group, designed for installation on the rear part of the vehicle body. This factory emblem allows you to maintain the consistent, elegant look of your Mercedes vehicle and restore the rear tailgate to its original manufacturer-designed appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1778170000
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1778170000
• Substitutable numbers: A1778170000, A 177 817 00 00
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Emblems & Ornaments

Purpose and function of the emblem

The presented emblem is a body component mounted in the rear tailgate area, on the trunk lid. It is responsible for clear model identification and maintaining the brand's characteristic styling, while also serving as an aesthetic finish for the painted surface.

Thanks to its precise fit to the body lines and the correct mounting profile, the emblem ensures stable seating on the bodywork and reduces the risk of stress or damage to the paint coating at the installation site.

Benefits of using an original emblem

Using an original component from the Emblems and ornaments group allows you to maintain the vehicle's visual consistency with the factory specification. This is important both for daily use and for the potential resale of the car, where the completeness and compliance of body details with the manufacturer's design is a significant technical argument.

Key advantages include, among others:

• maintaining the original geometry and proportions of the emblem on the tailgate,
• secure fit to the trunk lid surface,
• visual consistency with other body marking elements,
• easier vehicle identification in service and insurance documentation.

Installation characteristics

The emblem is intended for installation on the rear of the vehicle, in the trunk lid area. The component's construction is prepared for operation in typical bodywork operating conditions – exposure to temperature changes, UV radiation, and cleaning agents used during car maintenance.

During installation, it is recommended to:

• thoroughly clean and degrease the surface of the tailgate,
• precisely position the emblem relative to the factory reference points,
• check the pressure across the entire contact surface to ensure even adhesion.

Condition of the component and practical application

The offered emblem is a used part, which in practice means it comes from disassembly and may show signs of previous use, while maintaining functionality in terms of mounting and serving as a tailgate identifier. This solution allows for an economical replacement of a damaged or missing emblem while maintaining the original origin of the component.

Choosing such a component is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, body restoration, or returning the vehicle to a factory-like state after previous visual modifications.

Expanding bodywork upgrades

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional model markings, logos, or decorative tailgate trim, check the available parts in the Mercedes Emblems and ornaments category.

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