The Mercedes W242 W246 Black Rearview Mirror is an original body part from the rearview mirror segment, designed for installation in Mercedes vehicles. This component ensures a factory fit, maintaining the proper geometry and functionality necessary for safe observation of the area behind the vehicle.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: A2468100717
- Mark: Mercedes
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: A2468100717
- Substitutable numbers: A2468100717, A 246 810 07 17
- Location on the vehicle: Rear
- Color: Black
- Category: Rear View Mirrors
Technical characteristics and intended use
This Mercedes W242/W246 rearview mirror is designed to be mounted in the rear of the vehicle. Its design meets manufacturer standards, ensuring a proper field of view and compatibility with factory mounting points.
Its location at the rear of the vehicle makes the component play a key role in monitoring the situation behind the vehicle while driving, maneuvering, and parking. The carefully selected reflective surface and mirror angle help the driver maintain proper visibility, consistent with the design principles of the W242/W246 series.
Color and visual matching
The mirror has a black finish that complements both light and dark body paints. This color scheme facilitates integration with the vehicle's factory styling, minimizing the need for additional painting work after installation.
The neutral black color allows for aesthetic matching with other bodywork elements and trim, which is important when replacing a single component in an existing car. This allows the mirror to be used both as a repair element after damage and to refresh the vehicle's appearance.
Component condition and practical application
The mirror offered is a used part, meaning it comes from a disassembly, yet retains functionality suitable for continued use. This type of solution is beneficial for users seeking original parts at a reasonable price, while maintaining compliance with factory specifications.
In practice, the mirror can be used as:
- replacement for a damaged rear rearview mirror system element,
- a part that restores the vehicle to a condition close to the factory one after a collision or workshop intervention,
- a component for filling gaps in the bodywork during bodywork and paintwork repairs.
Benefits of using an original Mercedes rearview mirror
The use of the original rear-view mirror in Mercedes W242/W246 models brings a number of practical advantages:
- Factory fit – compliance with the body structure and mounting points provided by the manufacturer.
- Visual consistency – black finish makes it easy to integrate with existing vehicle styling.
- Safety of use – a properly selected rearview mirror supports the driver in observing the surroundings behind the car.
- A sensible service choice – a used component allows you to reduce repair costs while maintaining the original design.
Other Mercedes rearview mirrors and technical materials
If you are looking for other rear-view mirrors for Mercedes, check the available models in the Mercedes rear-view mirrors category to select the component suitable for your specific body version and equipment.
To compare the design solutions used in different brands and models, as well as ways of modernising vehicles using used parts, an article describing the evolution of the popular hot hatch may be helpful - Hot hatch legend: the evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 - design changes and VW car parts .
Summary
The Mercedes W242/W246 Black Rearview Mirror is a used, original rearview mirror component designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle. With its factory-style design, black color, and manufacturer-specific specifications, it offers a practical service solution for owners who want to restore proper visibility and a consistent exterior appearance in their Mercedes W242/W246 series vehicles.
