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 Night Black - 696 is an original body part from the Hoods category, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle. The paint in the Night Black Metallic - 696 shade ensures color consistency with the factory Mercedes palette and allows for an aesthetic replacement of a damaged hood without altering the car's structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698800257-NIB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698800257
• Substitutable numbers: A1698800257, A 169 880 02 57, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Night Black Metallic - 696
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and Fitment

The presented hood has been specifically designed for the Mercedes B-Class W245 series, taking into account factory mounting points and the geometry of the front body. Its placement on the vehicle is the front, meaning this part is responsible for covering the engine compartment, ensuring proper airflow, and maintaining the characteristic styling lines of this Mercedes generation.

As part of the Mercedes group, the hood maintains correct proportions, contours, and edges, which facilitates proper alignment with the fenders, grille, and bumper. This ensures even gaps and secure closing of the bonnet after installation, without the need for structural modifications.

Color and Paint Finish

The hood is finished in Night Black Metallic - 696, a dark, metallic black with a characteristic depth effect under light. This shade is often used in factory Mercedes configurations, making it easier to match with the existing body paint.

The metallic structure of the coating promotes an even distribution of light reflections, enhancing the visual cohesion of the entire front of the vehicle. In many cases, this allows for limiting additional paintwork to just polishing or spot matching, depending on the condition of other body panels.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The hood comes from the aftermarket, meaning it is a used part that retains its original construction and factory mounting parameters. Such parts are often chosen as a sensible alternative to new components, especially for accident repairs or restorations where a combination of quality and cost control is crucial.

A used body part allows for compliance with factory specifications while minimizing interference with the vehicle's structure. In practice, this translates to easier installation, predictable bonnet behavior during operation, and the ability to preserve the car's original character.

Practical Application and Benefits of Installation

Using this hood on a Mercedes W245 is particularly beneficial in situations where the original bonnet has been mechanically damaged or requires replacement for aesthetic reasons. Replacing it with an original part from the Hoods category restores proper protection of the engine compartment from external factors and ensures adequate rigidity of the front body.

• Restoration of the vehicle's original body line and front-end geometry.
• Possibility of maintaining the original color thanks to the Night Black Metallic - 696 paint.
• Better fit with other body elements compared to low-quality aftermarket alternatives.
• A sensible compromise between repair cost and adherence to manufacturer standards.

Mercedes Hoods – Selecting the Right Part

If you are planning a comprehensive front-end repair and considering replacing other engine compartment covers or want to compare different color and finish options for this manufacturer, check the available parts in the Mercedes Hoods category.

Safe Selection of Used Parts

When assembling used body parts and mechanical components, it is worth paying attention to their origin, model compatibility, and overall technical condition. If you are interested in a broader context of safely choosing used parts, including those critical for driving safety, a guide describing the detailed procedure for verifying brake system components may be helpful – you can find it in the article Used Brake System: How to Safely Choose Discs, Calipers, and ABS?.