Mercedes R171 C-Pillar Column Roof Trim Right O/S Tellurium Silver A1717940228

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes R171 C-Pillar Column Roof Trim Right O/S Tellurium Silver is an original body component from the Convertible roofs, cars and parts group, designed for the right rear side of the roof structure. Finished in Tellurium Silver Metallic - 762, it allows for a consistent, aesthetic, and technically correct repair of the roof area in this series of convertibles.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1717900419-TES
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1717900419
• Substitutable numbers: A1717900419, A 171 790 04 19, A1717940228, A 171 794 02 28
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Tellurium Silver Metallic - 762
• Category: Hardtops, Roof Panels & Parts

Purpose and function of the component

The C-pillar roof trim on the right side is responsible for a stable connection between the rear part of the body and the roof structure, which is important for both body geometry and the correct alignment of the roof line. In R171 series convertibles, this component contributes to the mounting area of the roof covering and seals, affecting the tightness and proper closing of the roof.

The precise fit to the Mercedes R171 body facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications. By maintaining factory geometry, the pillar helps restore the correct side edge profile, which is essential for repairs following collisions or localized damage to the rear of the vehicle.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in Tellurium Silver Metallic - 762, which allows for better visual matching in vehicles with the same paint shade. In many cases, this enables the scope of paintwork to be limited to local touch-ups or blending, rather than full repainting of the entire panel.

The metallic paint coating helps maintain a consistent side body line, and the properly selected shade makes it easier to achieve a uniform visual effect after the repair is completed. This is a practical solution for the restoration of vehicles where maintaining the original finish character is important.

Installation characteristics

The right-side roof pillar is designed as a structural element that works with the factory mounting points on the Mercedes R171 body. This enables:

• restoration of the correct side line in the rear part of the vehicle,
• maintenance of proper fitment with adjacent panels and roof components,
• preparation of a stable base for further body and paint work.

Using an original component allows for maintaining compliance with the factory design, which is particularly important for vehicles with a folding roof, where dimensional tolerances affect the operation of the entire roof mechanism.

Condition and benefits of choosing used OEM

The offered roof pillar is a used part, which in service practice often represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining original manufacturing quality. In the case of body components for convertibles, choosing a used OEM component allows for achieving the correct geometry and compatibility with factory design solutions.

For post-accident repairs or restorations of older Mercedes R171 units, the use of such a component allows for cost reduction while maintaining a high level of fitment to the rest of the body. This is a practical solution for body and paint shops as well as users who care about the technical correctness of the repair.

Support with selection and cost optimization

Rising service costs make it increasingly worthwhile to reach for proven used parts, especially in the case of body components that must maintain factory geometry. If you want to better plan your repair budget and learn the principles of safely choosing used OEM components, see the article Rising repair costs and the boom in used parts – how to save on car service?.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the roof area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as roof panels, seals, or additional structural profiles, check the available parts in the Convertible roofs, cars and parts Mercedes category.