@Mercedes W245 Hood Bonnet Trim Panel B-Class Kosmos Cosmic Black Metallic - 191

Visual condition of the part

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

@Mercedes W245 Hood Bonnet Trim Panel B-Class Kosmos Cosmic Black Metallic is an original body component from the Hoods category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. The paint in the Kosmos Black Metallic - 191 shade provides an elegant, deep look characteristic of Mercedes models, while ensuring a consistent match with the factory body color.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698800257-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698800257
• Substitutable numbers: A1698800257, A 169 880 02 57
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the hood

The presented hood is designed as an external body component mounted at the front of the car. It is responsible for covering the engine compartment, protecting components from external factors, and properly directing airflow over the body. Thanks to a design compliant with Mercedes factory standards, compatibility with factory hinges, the latch, and the engine compartment seal is maintained.

Color and paint matching Kosmos Black Metallic - 191

The finish in Kosmos Black Metallic - 191 is a characteristic metallic black used in Mercedes models, which pairs well with both chrome and dark body accents. For many users, this means the possibility of an aesthetic replacement of a damaged hood without the need for a full repaint of the entire element, especially when the vehicle's paint is in the same color code.

The metallic structure of the paint promotes even light reflection, which improves the visual consistency of the vehicle's front and helps maintain the characteristic, understated look of Mercedes compact class models.

Characteristics of the used component

The hood comes from disassembly, which means it is a used part that retains its original geometry and factory sheet metal structure. For many users, this is a beneficial solution for accident repairs or visual correction of the car's front, as a component from disassembly usually fits the existing body lines better than aftermarket parts with a universal design.

Choosing an original, used hood allows for reduced repair costs while maintaining stylistic consistency with other body panels. This solution is particularly valued in the case of cars where the priority is to maintain the factory appearance and compliance with the manufacturer's original specifications.

Application in the front zone of the vehicle

The hood operates in a critical area of the body – in the front zone of the vehicle, where proper alignment with the fenders, bumper, radiator grille, and headlights is essential. Proper fitting of this element affects:

• correct closing and operation of the hood latch,
• even gaps between body panels,
• aerodynamic stability of the car's front,
• protection of the engine compartment against water and contaminants.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory design, the hood is prepared to work with the original mounting points and seals in the Mercedes W245 model.

Mercedes hoods – expansion and modernization of the front zone

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

Why it is worth choosing original used Mercedes components

In the case of premium brands, many users consciously choose original parts from disassembly to maintain the technical and visual consistency of the vehicle at a rational cost level. If you want to learn more about the advantages of such a solution and find out when used components are particularly cost-effective, it is worth reading the article Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from disassembly.

Summary

@Mercedes W245 Hood Bonnet Trim Panel B-Class Kosmos Cosmic Black Metallic is an original body component in Kosmos Black Metallic - 191 color, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. For users planning to repair or refresh the front of the car, it represents a technically matched solution that allows for maintaining the characteristic look of Mercedes models while utilizing a proven, used part from disassembly.