Mercedes W221 Hood Bonnet Trim Panel Iridium Silver Metallic - 775

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W221 Hood Bonnet Trim Panel Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 is an original body part from the Hoods category, designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. Finished in the factory Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 color, it allows for maintaining visual consistency of the bodywork and restoring the aesthetics of the front of the car after a collision or body and paint repairs. This is a solution for users expecting precise fitment and compliance with the factory specifications of the W221 model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2218800157-IRS1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2218800157
• Substitutable numbers: A2218800157, A 221 880 01 57
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function of the hood

The presented hood is structurally matched to the Mercedes S-Class W221 generation and is mounted in the front body area. This component is responsible for covering the engine compartment, properly directing airflow over the front of the vehicle, and maintaining appropriate structural rigidity in the upper part of the front end.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, the hood works with factory hinges, the latch, and seals, which facilitates gap adjustment and achieving even lines between the fenders, grille, and bumper. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, where both aesthetics and proper closing of the hood are essential.

Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 color

The hood is finished in Iridium Silver Metallic - 775, one of the characteristic shades of silver metallic used on the Mercedes S-Class W221. Using the same paint code allows, in many cases, to minimize the scope of paint work or focus only on locally matching the shade to the rest of the bodywork.

For body shops and private users, this means saving time and costs, as well as making it easier to achieve a consistent visual effect across the entire front surface of the vehicle. The uniform, metallic paint emphasizes the body lines of the W221 and harmonizes well with chrome and dark styling elements.

Installation characteristics

The installation of the hood in the front of the vehicle is based on factory mounting points, which facilitates work for service centers specializing in the Mercedes brand. The design intended for use with original hinges and the latch allows for:

• precise adjustment of gaps between body elements,
• proper operation of the opening and closing mechanism,
• maintaining the factory line of the vehicle's front.

Thanks to this, the hood can be used both for standard replacement of a damaged component and for more extensive front-end repairs, where restoring the original body geometry is key.

Condition and practical application

The item comes from the secondary market and is offered as a used part, which is a cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of hood will prove useful in situations where it is necessary to replace a damaged engine cover after a collision, hail, or other mechanical damage, and the priority is fitment for the specific W221 model.

Choosing an original hood from disassembly reduces the risk of fitment problems typical of aftermarket parts with universal construction. This solution is particularly valued by professional service centers and users who care about maintaining the factory look and character of the vehicle.

Complementary Mercedes body parts

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or other hoods for different body versions, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Hoods category.

Technical support for part selection

Larger body repairs are often accompanied by the need to verify the condition of the braking system, so it is worth checking out practical tips on the safe selection of components from the secondary market. Detailed information can be found in the article Second-hand braking system: how to safely choose discs, calipers, and ABS?, which serves as a useful supplement to your knowledge when planning comprehensive service work.