Mercedes R171 Windscreen A-Pillar Trim Tellurium Silver Right O/S A1716900239

Mercedes R171 Windscreen A-Pillar Trim Tellurium Silver Right O/S is an original body component from the Protective and decorative trims group, designed for the right side of the windshield. Finished in the elegant Tellurium Silver Metallic - 762 color, it allows for a visually consistent match with the factory paint and provides an aesthetic finish to the pillar.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1716900439-TES
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1716900439
• Substitutable numbers: A1716900439, A 171 690 04 39, A1716900239, A 171 690 02 39
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Tellurium Silver Metallic - 762
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The described trim is dedicated to the windshield area on the right side, where it is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the pillar and streamlining the body lines. As an original Mercedes part, it ensures a proper fit to the body geometry, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of improper adhesion to the glass and seals.

The component from the Protective and decorative trims category serves both a visual and practical function – it helps protect the edge of the pillar against minor mechanical damage and weather conditions, while simultaneously organizing the contact line between the windshield and the bodywork.

Color and visual fit

The finish in Tellurium Silver Metallic - 762 allows for consistency with the factory Mercedes paint palette. The metallic structure of the color fits well with the character of the R171 roadster body, emphasizing the pillar line and visually closing the windshield frame.

Such color matching is particularly important when replacing a single element – it allows for minimizing visual differences between the newly installed trim and the remaining body panels, which translates into a more professional final effect after repair or restoration.

Installation characteristics

The trim has been designed as an element assigned to a specific location on the vehicle, which facilitates the identification of the correct side and minimizes the risk of error when selecting parts. The original geometry ensures proper edge alignment relative to the glass and seals, which is important both in terms of aesthetics and the durability of the connection.

During installation, it is recommended to follow the factory sequence of disassembly and assembly of elements within the pillar area and to check the condition of the mounts and seals to fully utilize the fit potential offered by the original trim.

Condition and application in repairs

The element is offered as a used part, which allows for cost-effective repairs while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for local body damage, where the goal is to restore the factory appearance without having to resort to replacements with uncertain fitment.

The trim will work well both in post-accident repairs and during vehicle restoration after long-term use, when it is necessary to replace individual finishing elements around the windshield.

Expansion of the scope of work and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body area around the windows and pillars in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trims, check the available parts in the Mercedes protective and decorative trims category.

When planning a wider range of body and paint work, it is also worth considering the use of proven recycled parts – you can find more on this topic in the article Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce brake system repair costs by choosing proven recycled parts, which discusses a practical approach to selecting original, used components.