Mercedes W204 Hood Bonnet Trim Panel Engine Cover Diamond White - 799

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W204 Engine Hood Obsidian Black - 197 is an original body part from the Hoods category, designed for installation on the front of the vehicle. The product comes from the Mercedes brand and, as a used hood, offers a functional solution for post-accident repairs, restorations, or body completion. Its factory origin ensures a precise fit with the engine bay structure and a cohesive appearance with the vehicle's lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048800957-DWM
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048800957
• Substitutable numbers: A2048800957, A 204 880 09 57, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Diamond White Metallic - 799
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Intended Use and Fitment for Mercedes W204

This hood has been specifically designed for the Mercedes C-Class W204 model, ensuring a precise fit with the fenders, grille, and bumper. Its placement on the vehicle is in the front of the body, where it serves to cover the engine compartment, manage airflow, and protect mechanical components.

As an original Mercedes part, the hood retains the factory geometry of its creases, hinge mounting points, and latch mechanism, facilitating installation and gap adjustment. This is a practical solution for body shops and owners aiming to restore their vehicle to its original factory specifications.

Color and Paint Finish

Although the product title indicates Obsidian Black, the technical data describes the hood as painted in Diamond White Metallic - 799. This means the actual color finish is a pearlescent white with a metallic effect, characteristic of many Mercedes equipment configurations.

This type of paint finish allows for:

• maintaining visual consistency with the body in the same color code,
• easier shade matching when blending adjacent panels,
• preserving the vehicle's aesthetic appearance after bodywork.

Should the vehicle's visual concept change, the hood can also be prepared for repainting according to project requirements or customer specifications.

Functional Characteristics and Item Condition

This engine hood is a used part, meaning it has been previously fitted to a vehicle. This characteristic allows for economical body repairs while maintaining the original construction and mounting points. A used body part of this type is particularly useful for:

• repairs after front-end collisions,
• restorations of vehicles where the original hood has suffered from corrosion or mechanical damage,
• projects where preserving the original Mercedes body structure is a priority.

Due to its factory origin, the hood is compatible with standard hinges, latches, and sealing components, simplifying correct alignment and adjustment after installation.

Benefits of Using an Original Mercedes Hood

Using a part from the Hoods category specifically designed for the Mercedes W204 offers several practical technical benefits:

• Factory Fitment – maintains correct panel gaps and compatibility with standard front-end vehicle components.
• Structural Integrity – the hood is designed according to the vehicle manufacturer's specifications, contributing to the rigidity of the front body section.
• Time Savings During Installation – eliminates the need for modifications to mounting points or edge adjustments, which are common with lower-quality aftermarket replacements.
• Potential for Further Paintwork – prepared for repainting or coating correction according to aesthetic requirements.

Mercedes Hoods – Selecting the Right Part

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

Expert Support for Larger Repairs

For extensive service work that includes not only the body but also mechanical components, it is advisable to enhance your knowledge regarding the safe selection of used parts. When planning major powertrain upgrades, our guide – How to Buy a Used Car Engine and Avoid Pitfalls – A Step-by-Step Guide – can be helpful, as it details the key aspects of purchasing used mechanical components step by step.