Mercedes ML W164 Front Bumper Trim Obsidian Black Metallic - 197

Visual condition of the part

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

The Mercedes ML W164 Front Bumper Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for front vehicle installation. The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 paint finish ensures stylistic consistency with the factory body finish, and the OEM construction guarantees a precise fit to the vehicle's lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1648851225-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1648851225
• Substitutable numbers: A1648851225, A 164 885 12 25
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Fitment

The presented front bumper is specifically designed for Mercedes ML W164 models, taking into account factory mounting points and the vehicle's front geometry. Its placement on the vehicle, designated as front, means the part works with original reinforcements, beams, and other crash zone components without requiring modifications to the body structure.

Color and Paint Finish

The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color is a popular, elegant metallic black shade used in the Mercedes range, which complements both basic and more elaborate styling packages. The metallic paint structure accentuates the body lines, and the appropriately chosen shade facilitates matching with the vehicle's existing paintwork.

For many users, minimizing paintwork is important – using a bumper with the same color code can often reduce the need for a full repaint, focusing solely on potential shade adjustments to match the rest of the body.

Technical Characteristics and Role in the Bodywork

The front bumper in the Mercedes ML W164 serves several key structural and functional roles:

• Shapes the front body zone, influencing aerodynamics and airflow to the radiators,
• Acts as an external cover for reinforcements, beams, and passive safety elements,
• Provides mounting points for additional components (grilles, sensors, covers),
• Protects against minor operational damage, such as chips or contact with small obstacles.

The original construction from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category is designed to maintain proper rigidity, controlled deformation, and compatibility with the vehicle's safety systems.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

The part is offered as used, which is a cost-effective service solution for Mercedes ML W164 owners seeking a factory bumper at a reasonable price compared to a new component. This type of part is particularly suitable for accident repairs, correcting parking damage, or restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition after intensive use.

Thanks to the preserved original geometry, bumper installation is predictable for body and paint shops, simplifying the fitting process and reducing the time required to restore full front body functionality.

Selection Support and Related Parts

If you have doubts about compatibility with a specific equipment version or model year, information such as the brand, OEM part number, and available interchange numbers can be helpful for precisely verifying compatibility with your specific vehicle. Additionally, the SKU identifier facilitates communication with store staff and speeds up the order fulfillment process.

If you need other body parts from the group responsible for protecting the front of vehicles of this brand, such as beams, reinforcements, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

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