Ford Mondeo Mk4 Hood Bonnet Engine Covering

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos. Ford Mondeo Mk4 Hood Bonnet Engine Covering Panther Black Metallic - D9 is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for precise installation on the front of the vehicle. The paint in the Panther Black Metallic - D9 shade ensures visual consistency with the factory body finish, and the OEM construction guarantees a proper fit to the vehicle's front structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1767945-PBL
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1767945
• Substitutable numbers: 1767945, PCS71-16612-AA, PCS7116612AA
• Part type: Bonnet
• Color: Panther Black Metallic - D9
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Technical characteristics and fitment

The presented hood has been designed specifically for the Ford Mondeo Mk4 model, maintaining factory embossments, crease lines, and edge geometry. As a result, the component works with the hood latch, fenders, radiator grille, and headlights in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications, which facilitates correct gap adjustment and alignment of the entire front end. The Panther Black Metallic - D9 color is a metallic black with a deep, elegant shade, characteristic of many Ford Mondeo Mk4 equipment configurations. Using the original color significantly reduces the need for a full repaint, which in many cases allows for shorter repair times and optimized costs.

Purpose and body application

The hood serves a key protective function for the engine bay – it secures the powertrain, accessories, electrical installation, and cooling components against external factors. At the same time, it is an essential structural component of the front body, influencing:

• rigidity and stability of the front zone,
• aerodynamics of airflow over the body,
• proper airflow guidance towards the radiator and engine bay,
• aesthetics of the hood–bumper–fender lines. Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's specifications, the hood maintains the vehicle's factory character, which is important both for post-accident repairs and for restoring the car to a state close to the original.

Panther Black Metallic - D9 color and paint aspects

The finish in Panther Black Metallic - D9 is a metallic paint with a modern, subdued character that harmonizes well with chrome and dark body accessories. In practice, this means:

• easier visual matching to other body elements in the same shade,
• the possibility of limiting paint work to local corrections and blending,
• maintaining color consistency during partial front-end repairs. For body and paint shops, using a component in the correct paint code translates into a more predictable process of matching the color and coating structure.

Condition of the component and benefits of using OEM parts

The hood is offered as a used original component, which in practice means maintaining factory geometry, mounting points, and compatibility with the Ford Mondeo Mk4 body line. Compared to aftermarket replacements, this allows for:

• more precise fitment with adjacent panels,
• maintaining the structural rigidity designed by the manufacturer,
• easier adjustment of height and position relative to the fenders and bumper. For users and service centers, this means stable installation, predictable component behavior during operation, and an aesthetic appearance of the front body after the repair is completed.

Ford Hoods – expansion and comprehensive front repair

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Ford and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or complementary panels, check the available parts in the Ford Hoods category.

More about the trend for original used parts

If you want to better understand why used OEM components are becoming an increasingly chosen solution for body repairs and more, it is worth reading the article on the growing popularity of used originals in the era of the new parts market crisis. This will allow you to consciously choose a service strategy for your car.