Mercedes SLK R172 Rear Bumper AMG Trim Panel Cover Iridium Silver Metallic - 775

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes SLK R172 Rear Bumper AMG Trim Panel Cover Iridium Silver Metallic is an original AMG line body component designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle. Finished in Iridium Silver Metallic, it allows for a visually consistent replacement of a damaged bumper or the restoration of the factory body appearance. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for accident repairs and restorations where fitment and maintaining the character of the SLK R172 model are essential.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1728851325-IRS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1728851325
• Substitutable numbers: A1728851325, A 172 885 13 25
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Technical specifications and intended use

The presented rear AMG bumper has been designed specifically for installation in the rear body area of the Mercedes SLK R172 generation. The design corresponds to factory solutions used in AMG versions, which translates into proper body line alignment, correct mounting points, and compatibility with original bodywork and equipment components.

The Iridium Silver Metallic color in paint code 775 is one of the popular shades used by the manufacturer, making the bumper a great fit for the styling of Mercedes vehicles with this finish. For many users, this means the possibility of limiting the scope of painting to potential touch-ups while maintaining color consistency with the rest of the body.

Function in the bodywork and benefits of use

The rear bumper on a Mercedes SLK R172 serves several key structural and functional purposes:

• shapes the line of the rear bodywork, influencing the vehicle's aerodynamics and appearance,
• acts as an external cover for reinforcement and mounting elements in the rear zone,
• enables the correct seating of additional components, such as trim, sensors, or reflectors (depending on the specific vehicle configuration),
• ensures proper fitment with the fenders, trunk lid, and other body panels.

Using an original AMG bumper allows for maintaining factory mounting gaps and the geometry of the rear body section, which is important both from an aesthetic point of view and for the correct installation of adjacent elements.

Iridium Silver Metallic color – practical aspects

The finish in Iridium Silver Metallic - 775 is a metallic paint with a neutral, universal character, often found on Mercedes models. In practice:

• it facilitates matching the existing vehicle paint in the same code,
• it promotes an even distribution of light reflections on the bumper surface,
• it is a beneficial choice for repairs where it is important to minimize the visibility of minor shade differences after painting.

For body and paint shops, this means predictable paint behavior during preparation and potential surface correction, and for the user – a visually consistent final result.

Condition, origin, and practical application

The item comes from disassembly and is offered as a used AMG rear bumper, which is a cost-effective solution compared to new parts while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• accident repairs of the rear body section,
• vehicle restorations where the priority is to maintain the original appearance,
• visual upgrades of standard SLK R172 versions to the AMG style (considering the compatibility of other elements).

Before installation, standard verification of the surface condition and preparation for painting in accordance with procedures used in professional body shops is recommended.

Complementary Mercedes body components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional bumpers, reinforcement beams, or brackets, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

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