Mercedes W203 Hood Bonnet Trim Panel Covering Jaspis Blue Metallic - 345

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W203 Engine Hood Jasper Blue - 345 is an original body part from the Hoods category, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle. A used hood in Jasper Blue Metallic allows for maintaining a cohesive body style and factory body lines, which is particularly important for professional accident repairs and restorations.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2038800257-JAS2
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2038800257
• Substitutable numbers: A2038800257, A 203 880 02 57
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Jaspis Blue Metallic - 345 / 5345
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and Fit for Mercedes W203

The presented engine hood is designed specifically for W203 series models, ensuring proper fit to factory mounting points and correct interaction with the hood latch, hinges, and engine compartment seals. Its placement on the vehicle is the front, meaning the part is responsible for both protecting the powertrain and for a key aspect of aerodynamics and cooling.

The original design ensures compatibility with factory creases, fender lines, and the bumper, making it easier to achieve even panel gaps and correct hood alignment with headlights and grille. This allows the body to retain its proper geometry and manufacturer-intended aesthetics after repair.

Jasper Blue Metallic Color – Benefits for Body Repairs

The hood is finished in Jasper Blue Metallic - 345 / 5345, which is a significant advantage for repairs where minimizing the scope of painting is crucial. For vehicles in the same shade, it's possible to match the part with minimal paint intervention, reducing repair time and costs.

The metallic paint finish provides a characteristic depth of color and proper light reflection on the hood's surface, which is particularly noticeable in the upper part of the body. For body and paint shops, this means an easier way to achieve a visually consistent effect with other body panels.

Performance Characteristics and Installation

As a used part, the hood offers a practical solution for vehicle owners and service centers looking for a balance between quality and repair cost. The original body design ensures:

• stable mounting to factory hinges and latch,
• proper airflow over the engine compartment,
• correct interaction with engine compartment seals and covers,
• maintenance of the front body's intended rigidity by the manufacturer.

The part is prepared for installation in place of the original hood, simplifying workshop operations and reducing replacement time. In many cases, standard adjustment of its position on the hinges and latch is sufficient to achieve proper alignment with adjacent panels.

Application in Professional Repairs and Restorations

The engine hood in Jasper Blue Metallic is suitable for both accident repairs and restoration projects where maintaining the original character of the Mercedes W203 body is important. A used body part allows for less filler and sanding compared to repairing a heavily damaged hood, leading to a more predictable final result.

For fleet vehicles or those subjected to intensive use, using an original hood from the same model series facilitates the maintenance of a uniform repair standard and process repeatability in the workshop.

Part Selection by Numbers and Technical Support

The hood belongs to the Hoods category, making it easy to identify in parts catalogs and workshop systems. The product has assigned OEM part numbers and interchangeable numbers, allowing for precise selection for a specific body version using manufacturer catalogs or VIN-based selection systems.

If you use used powertrain components in your daily work and want to better understand the principles of their selection and the profitability of such solutions, it's worth reading the expert guide: Why Buy Used Gearboxes and Engines – Facts Instead of Myths.

If you are undertaking a comprehensive front-end repair on your Mercedes and also need other parts from the same body group, such as additional panels or covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Hoods category.