Mercedes W203 CL203 Hood Bonnet Trim Panel

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W203 CL203 Hood Bonnet Trim Panel is an original body component designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. Finished in Calcite White - 650, this hood helps maintain a consistent body appearance and the correct geometry of the vehicle's front end. It is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, restoration, or aesthetically refreshing the bodywork of W203 and CL203 series models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2038800957-CW
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2038800957
• Substitutable numbers: A2038800957, A 203 880 09 57
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Calcite White - 650
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the hood

The presented hood is designed as a component mounted in the front part of the body, responsible for covering the engine compartment and maintaining the proper lines of the bodywork. Its precise construction ensures:

• stable mounting at factory attachment points,
• proper closing and interaction with the hood latch,
• maintenance of factory gaps between front vehicle components.

As a result, the hood supports proper aerodynamics and protects engine components from external factors.

Calcite White - 650 color and visual fit

The hood is finished in the factory Calcite White - 650 shade, which makes it easier to match the existing paintwork of the vehicle. In many cases, this allows for a reduction in paintwork requirements, especially when the car has the same color code.

The uniform, bright paint contributes to the aesthetic appearance of the car's front, and the correctly selected shade helps maintain visual consistency with the fenders, bumper, and grille.

Product characteristics and application

The hood belongs to the Hoods category and is intended for Mercedes vehicles of the W203 and CL203 series. As a used part, it provides a cost-effective solution for body repairs, allowing for:

• restoring the factory shape of the front end after a collision,
• replacing a damaged or corroded hood,
• restoring proper alignment of body components.

Its original origin ensures compliance with factory body geometry and compatibility with stock hinges, latches, and hood struts (if present in the specific vehicle configuration).

Benefits of using an original Mercedes hood

Using an original hood in Calcite White offers a number of practical benefits:

• Better fit – the factory design facilitates installation and adjustment of gaps relative to adjacent components.
• Visual consistency – color compliance with the vehicle's paint code allows for reduced or simplified paintwork.
• Safe operation – a correctly selected hood supports proper closing and locking of the vehicle's front end while driving.

Part selection and additional support

To ensure that the selected hood is suitable for a specific body version, it is worth verifying compatibility with the model designation and manufacturer data. Both OEM part number information and available replacement numbers can be helpful in identifying the correct component.

If you want to better understand how to professionally select used body parts and other components for your car, take advantage of practical expert advice available in the article on selecting used car parts and OEM compatibility.

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