Mercedes S204 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Cover Obsidian Black Metallic - 197

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes S204 Rear Bumper Trim Panel Cover Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The Obsidian Black Metallic paint finish ensures visual consistency with the factory bodywork and facilitates color matching during post-accident repairs or restoration projects.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2048853325-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2048853325
• Substitutable numbers: A2048853325, A 204 885 33 25
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and technical function

The rear bumper for the S204 estate body style is responsible for protecting the vehicle's structure in the impact zone and maintaining the correct body lines. This component works in conjunction with internal reinforcements, energy absorbers, and body mounts, ensuring stable seating and proper load distribution during minor parking collisions.

The original bumper design is matched to factory mounting points, which simplifies bodywork and painting, reduces repair time, and minimizes the need for additional modifications. This ensures that the geometry of the rear body section is maintained and the gaps between panels remain uniform.

Color and visual matching

The Obsidian Black Metallic finish is characteristic of many equipment configurations for the Mercedes C-Class S204 generation. Metallic black effectively masks minor dirt while highlighting the body lines in both daylight and artificial light. For workshops and users, this means easier paint matching when blending adjacent panels.

Using an original bumper in the same shade allows for a reduction in the scope of painting work, which is beneficial in terms of both cost and repair time. At the same time, visual consistency with the remaining body panels is maintained.

Benefits of using an original bumper

Choosing an original rear bumper for the Mercedes S204 is a solution that technically and practically outperforms many aftermarket replacements. Key advantages include:

• factory fitment to the body structure and mounting points,
• compliance with the styling lines of the S204 model,
• easier integration with existing reinforcements and rear vehicle equipment,
• color consistency with the Obsidian Black Metallic paint.

As a result, the bumper can be used both for post-accident repairs and body restoration, where the priority is maintaining the original appearance and correct body geometry.

Condition of the component and practical application

The offered bumper is a used component, which in practice represents a favorable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are frequently chosen by workshops specializing in Mercedes post-accident repairs, as well as by conscious users who want to keep their vehicle in good technical condition without the need to invest in a new part.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification for compatibility with the specific body version and to prepare the surface according to painting procedures if refreshing the coating or visual correction is planned.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body section of your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as reinforcement bars, energy absorbers, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements category.

For drivers who are also thinking about improving cabin comfort and visually refreshing the interior, a guide describing the selection of aftermarket equipment components may be helpful – you can find more practical tips in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.