Mercedes W245 Front Left N/S Side Panel Wing Fender Polar Silver Metallic - 761

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W245 Front Left N/S Side Panel Wing Fender Polar Silver Metallic - 761 is an original body component designed for the front left side of the vehicle. Finished in the factory Polar Silver Metallic color, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct repair of the wheel arch area without the need for costly repainting. This used component is a sensible choice for drivers looking for a proven, well-fitting fender for their Mercedes.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698800718-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698800718
• Substitutable numbers: A1698800718, A 169 880 07 18, A1698800518, A 169 880 05 18, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented fender is designed specifically for installation on the front left side of the body, which guarantees proper alignment of the body lines and correct fitment with the hood, bumper, and door. The construction corresponds to factory dimensions and mounting points, ensuring that the component from the same model platform maintains the geometry intended by the manufacturer.

Its original origin ensures compatibility with Mercedes factory solutions regarding shape, contours, and mounts, which facilitates installation in a professional body shop and reduces the need for additional modifications.

Color and paint finish

The fender is factory-painted in the Polar Silver Metallic - 761 shade, characteristic of many Mercedes vehicles. The metallic paint coating ensures a consistent look with other body elements in the same color, and the correctly matched shade facilitates visual integration after repair.

Choosing a component in the same paint code allows in many cases to limit the scope of paint work to potential blending of adjacent panels, which shortens repair time and reduces costs. This is a practical solution for users who expect an aesthetic result while maintaining a reasonable budget.

Characteristics of the used component

As a part from the secondary market, the fender has already been in use on a vehicle, which is important from the point of view of ecology and economy. The used component allows for the reuse of an original body part, which reduces the demand for new raw materials and limits waste.

In practice, this means the ability to restore full functionality to the wheel arch area while maintaining a favorable price-to-quality ratio. This type of solution is frequently chosen by both body and paint shops and by conscious drivers who opt for proven, factory components.

Application in body repairs

The front left fender in Polar Silver Metallic will work particularly well in repairs after collisions, parking scrapes, and in situations where corrosion or mechanical damage to the original element has occurred. Thanks to the preservation of the factory shape and mounting points, installation can be carried out using standard repair technology used in service centers handling the Mercedes brand.

This element is essential for the proper alignment of the body lines, protection of the engine compartment and wheel arch space from dirt and water, as well as for maintaining the correct aerodynamics of the vehicle. Replacing a damaged fender with an original counterpart allows for the restoration of both the protective function and the aesthetics of the side body section.

Complementary Mercedes body parts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch area and side body section in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional fenders, wheel arch liners, or related side panels, check out the available parts in the Mercedes wheel arches and rear fenders category.

Economic and ecological approach to repairs

Choosing a used fender is not only a saving but also a conscious decision supporting recycling in the automotive industry. Reusing original body components reduces the environmental footprint associated with the production of new parts, which is important for both workshops and individual users.

If you want to better understand the benefits of this approach, it is worth reading the material describing the advantages of using secondary market components – more information can be found in the article Eco-driving: discover the benefits of used car parts.