Mercedes W204 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Right O/S Obsidian Black Metallic - 197

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Mercedes W204 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Right O/S Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is an original body component from the Side skirts category, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color, it helps maintain a consistent look for the side of the body and restores the factory line of the sills in Mercedes vehicles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2046980454-OB1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2046980454
• Substitutable numbers: A2046980454, A 204 698 04 54
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Technical specifications and fitment

This side skirt is designed specifically for Mercedes W204 class models, taking into account the geometry of the sills and factory mounting points. Its placement on the right side of the vehicle ensures a precise fit to the body shape, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color is a popular dark metallic paint used in the Mercedes range, allowing the component to integrate well with the original body finish. The correctly matched shade allows for the aesthetic replacement of a damaged side skirt without the need to interfere with other side panels.

Body function and benefits of installation

The side skirt plays an important protective and aesthetic role in the lower part of the body. It protects the sill against minor mechanical damage and the influence of external factors, while also streamlining the side line of the vehicle. In the event of damage, corrosion, or scratches, replacing it with a functional part allows you to restore the proper appearance and improve the overall presentation of the car.

Using an original side skirt for the Mercedes W204 makes it easier to maintain visual consistency with other body components. The well-matched metallic color and the correct profile of the part contribute to even transitions between the doors, sill, and fenders, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs or vehicle restoration.

Component condition and service application

The offered side skirt is a used part, making it an attractive solution for service repairs where a reasonable cost is important, combined with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of part is suitable both for local post-collision repairs and for the gradual restoration of the body in older W204 models.

Choosing an original side skirt from dismantling reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of aftermarket parts with universal geometry. This makes it easier to achieve proper alignment with the doors and other panels, which translates into stable mounting and an aesthetic final result.

Application in body and paint repairs

In body and paint workshops, side skirts are often replaced along with other side body components. In the case of the Mercedes W204, selecting the correct side skirt for the right side is important both for proper installation and for the subsequent adjustment of gaps between body panels. The appropriate profile of the part facilitates assembly work and reduces the time required for fitting.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional moldings, check out the available parts in the Mercedes side skirts category.

Summary and operational tips

Mercedes W204 Side Skirt Door Sill Cover Right O/S Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is a practical solution for users who want to restore the proper appearance of the right side of the body after mechanical damage or corrosion. The well-matched metallic color and construction in accordance with the manufacturer's factory standards help maintain the consistent side line of the vehicle.

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