Mercedes R172 Door Sill Side Cover AMG Skirt Right O/S Obsidian Black - 197

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes R172 Right AMG Sill Panel Trim Strip Obsidian Black - 197 is an original AMG body part designed for the right side of the vehicle. Finished in Obsidian Black Metallic - 197, it ensures visual consistency with the factory paint and provides an aesthetic finish to the sill. This is the ideal solution for owners looking to restore their vehicle's bodywork to its original appearance or replace a missing part with a manufacturer-approved component.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1726980354-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1726980354
• Substitutable numbers: A1726980354, A 172 698 03 54
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Technical Specifications and Application

The presented AMG sill trim is dedicated to Mercedes R172 models and is installed on the right side of the vehicle. Designed as an OEM body part, it ensures a perfect fit with factory mounting points and seamless integration with the door line and other body panels. This guarantees continuity of the body lines and proper sill geometry after installation.

The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color is a popular, dark metallic paint used on many Mercedes vehicles. Using an original trim strip in this shade minimizes the need for additional visual modifications and facilitates matching with the existing body paint.

Body Function and Benefits of Installation

The sill trim performs several important functions in the body structure:

• protects the sill area from mechanical damage caused by getting in and out of the vehicle,
• visually stabilizes the lower body line, especially in AMG versions with a more dynamic styling,
• helps to reduce the impact of dirt and minor stone chips on the lower part of the body.

For the owner, this means the ability to restore a cohesive look to the side of the vehicle and maintain the characteristic, sporty AMG line. Using an original sill trim is also important for resale value – the conformity of parts to factory specifications is often verified by buyers.

Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 Color Scheme

The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 finish provides a distinctive, deep black hue with a metallic effect, which complements AMG chrome and dark styling elements. In practice, this facilitates the integration of the trim with other body parts such as bumpers, splitters, or mirrors, if they are also in this color.

For body shops and workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand, using a part with the correct paint code reduces preparatory work and allows focus on proper installation and any necessary surface adjustments.

Item Condition and Service Application

This sill trim comes from the Sill Trims category and is offered as a used part, providing an attractive alternative to new body components. In the context of rising service costs, using original, used parts can significantly reduce repair budgets while maintaining compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications.

If you want to better understand when it is worth opting for used body parts and how to choose them safely, read our article: Rising Repair Costs vs. The Boom in Used Parts – How to Save on Car Servicing?.

Selecting Other Sill Trims for Mercedes

During comprehensive body restoration or AMG styling modifications, there is often a need to replace other sill elements on both sides of the vehicle. If you are planning a wider range of work on the lower part of the body and are also interested in other sill configurations for this brand, check the available parts in the Mercedes Sill Trims category.