Mercedes R171 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt 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 R171 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt Right O/S Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 in Obsidian Black Metallic is an original body component designed for the right side of the vehicle. It provides a seamless finish to the lower bodywork, improves sill protection, and maintains the factory styling line characteristic of Mercedes models. This is a solution for users who want to preserve the aesthetics and functionality of the bodywork using a proven, used OEM part.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1716980254-OB2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1716980254
• Substitutable numbers: A1716980254, A 171 698 02 54
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the component

The described side sill cover is designed for installation on the right side of the body in Mercedes R171 family models. It is responsible for covering the sill area while serving as a visible element of the vehicle's side profile. Thanks to its factory profile, it matches the shape of the body, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original fitment with adjacent panels.

As a part from the Side sill covers category, this component supports:

• protection of the lower body edge against minor mechanical damage,
• maintaining the continuity of the side line and the visual width of the car,
• stable mounting of covers in the sill area.

Color and visual fitment

The Obsidian Black Metallic finish allows for aesthetic matching to bodies painted in this shade or similar color configurations. The metallic structure of the paint harmonizes well with other body elements, which is particularly important when replacing a single cover after mechanical damage.

Using an original side sill cover in this color reduces the need for additional painting, provided that the other elements of the vehicle are maintained in the same color specification. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs and partial restoration of the side bodywork.

Installation characteristics

The right side sill cover has been designed as a component dedicated to a specific side of the vehicle, which translates into the correct shaping of edges, mounting points, and embossments. This makes it possible to:

• maintain the factory geometry of the sill area,
• ensure proper alignment with doors and wheel arches,
• reduce adjustment work during installation.

Using original body components is particularly important in vehicles where precise fitment and the absence of unwanted stresses in the bodywork are essential.

Condition and practical application

The offered side sill cover is a used part, which makes it a reasonable choice for maintenance repairs and restoring the vehicle to working order after minor damage to the side of the body. A used OEM element allows for maintaining the original design specification while reducing costs compared to new components.

Such a solution works well both in daily operation and when preparing a car for sale, where a consistent look of the side body line and proper finishing of the sill area are important.

Configuration expansion – Mercedes side sill covers

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

Technical knowledge and part selection

When selecting body components, it is worth considering not only the installation side and color but also compatibility with the specific model platform. In the case of premium class vehicles, such as Mercedes, using original side sill covers helps maintain the proper rigidity of the side bodywork and aesthetics consistent with the factory design.

For users interested in a broader context of using used parts in premium segment cars, a guide on operation and repairs using original components may be helpful – more information can be found in the article on typical failures and repairs using original BMW parts, which effectively demonstrates the advantages of making an informed choice of used OEM elements.