Mercedes W221 Side Panel Front Right O/S Wing Fender Iridium Silver - 775

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W221 Side Panel Front Right O/S Wing Fender Iridium Silver is an original body component from the Front fenders category, designed for the right side of the front bodywork. Finished in the factory Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 color, it allows for a visually consistent repair without interfering with the car's styling lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2218800218-IRS1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2218800218
• Substitutable numbers: A2218800218, A 221 880 02 18
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment

The presented fender has been designed specifically for Mercedes W221 class models, taking into account the body geometry and characteristic creases of this generation. Its placement on the vehicle covers the front right side, allowing for precise restoration of the factory fender line, panel gaps, and correct edge alignment relative to the bumper, hood, and doors.

Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's specifications, the component provides proper mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications. It is a practical solution for both accident repairs and the replacement of worn or corroded body panels.

Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 color

The factory Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 paint is a popular, elegant shade of metallic silver used on many Mercedes W221 units. Using a fender in this color often allows for a reduction in the scope of paintwork required, which translates into savings in both time and service costs.

The metallic coating provides the characteristic play of light on the body surface, emphasizing the side line and giving the car a modern, prestigious look. For workshops and users, this means the possibility of achieving a consistent visual effect with the remaining body panels, while maintaining aesthetics in line with the original design.

Characteristics of the used component

The fender comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains its original structure and shape in accordance with factory standards. Such components are frequently chosen by body and paint shops as well as conscious users looking for a reasonable compromise between quality and repair cost.

Its original origin translates into proper fitment with adjacent body elements and compatibility with factory mounting points. In practice, this facilitates installation, reduces the risk of body geometry issues, and allows for maintaining the correct gap lines, which is important both aesthetically and functionally.

Use in repairs and upgrades

This front right fender is suitable for professional accident repairs, replacing corroded or mechanically damaged parts, as well as for restoration projects where preserving the original character of the Mercedes W221 is essential. Due to its compliance with the factory design, the component can be used both in authorized service centers and in independent workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand.

Choosing an original fender from dismantling is also a beneficial solution for users who care about maintaining the vehicle's value – using a component consistent with the manufacturer's design helps maintain the structural and visual integrity of the entire body.

Related components and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch area and the front part of your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, covers, or compatible fenders for the other side, check the available parts in the Mercedes Front fenders category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using parts from dismantling for visual and mechanical modifications, it is worth reading the practical tips described in the article Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using dismantled components, which shows how to effectively plan such projects using OEM components.