Mercedes SLK R171 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Covering Iridium Silver Metallic - 775

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes SLK R171 Rear Bumper Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 is an original body part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed for installation on the rear of the vehicle. Finished in the elegant Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 color, it allows for the restoration of a cohesive body appearance after a collision or visual upgrade, maintaining the factory lines of the SLK R171 model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1718850125-IRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1718850125
• Substitutable numbers: A1718850125, A 171 885 01 25
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Body Fitment

The presented rear bumper has been specifically designed for the Mercedes SLK R171 generation, taking into account the characteristic geometry of the rear body. Proper profiling of edges, creases, and mounting areas ensures correct alignment with the fenders, trunk lid, and other body components, facilitating installation and minimizing the need for additional bodywork adjustments.

Its placement on the vehicle, designated as Rear, means the part functions as a cover for the rear body section, working in conjunction with the reinforcement beam and other components of the impact energy absorption system. This allows the bumper to help maintain the proper structure of the deformation zone in minor impacts.

Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 Color and Aesthetic Value

The factory Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 color is a popular metallic silver shade used in Mercedes models, which effectively accentuates body lines and is often chosen by users who appreciate understated yet modern styling. Using the same paint code can reduce the scope of potential painting work and makes it easier to match the existing body color.

For body shops and individual users, this means a faster restoration of the vehicle's aesthetics after damage, while maintaining visual consistency with other body panels. The metallic paint finish works well with the factory protective coatings used on Mercedes vehicles of this generation.

Used Product Characteristics

The item is offered as a used part, which translates to real cost savings while maintaining original geometry and mounting compatibility. A used rear bumper with preserved mounting structure and correct shape is particularly valuable for accident repairs where recreating the body lines without using aftermarket parts of uncertain fit is crucial.

Choosing an original, used part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category helps reduce production waste and aligns with the trend of part reuse, while maintaining the quality standards typical of the Mercedes brand.

Benefits of Using an Original Rear Bumper

Using an original rear bumper in Iridium Silver Metallic offers a number of practical advantages:

• maintaining the factory body lines and proper fit with other body panels,
• reducing the scope of painting work due to matching paint code,
• certainty of compatibility with factory mounting points and reinforcement elements,
• the possibility of economical vehicle repair using a used part,
• contributing to the concept of component reuse in automotive parts.

For workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand and individual users, this means efficient repair without the need for time-consuming fitting of parts of unknown origin.

Related Parts and Additional Information

If you are undertaking a comprehensive repair of the rear body section of your Mercedes SLK R171 and also need other parts from the category related to the protection and structure of the rear vehicle zone, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

Owners and service centers interested in a conscious approach to repairs are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the concept of reusing body components and the environmental impact of such actions – more on this topic can be found in the article Eco-Tuning in Practice: How to Increase Performance While Reducing Carbon Footprint with Recycled Parts.