Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Door Grab Handle Left N/S Polar Silver Metallic - 761

Mercedes W169 W245 Rear Door Grab Handle Left N/S Polar Silver Metallic - 761 is an original door handle designed for the rear left side of the vehicle body, ensuring a factory fit and a consistent vehicle appearance. Finished in Polar Silver Metallic, it allows you to maintain a uniform paint line without the need for additional painting. This is a practical solution when replacing a damaged handle, especially when you are looking for a solid component with the correct specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697660501-PLS
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697660501
• Substitutable numbers: A1697660501, A 1697660501, A 169 766 05 01, AS, A 169 760 01 70, A1697600170
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Polar Silver Metallic - 761
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and fitment

The presented handle has been designed specifically for the W169 and W245 series models, intended for the rear left side of the body. This ensures that the correct mounting points, handle geometry, and door opening ergonomics are maintained, which translates into reliable mechanism operation and daily comfort of use. The placement on the vehicle in the rear section on the driver's side allows for direct replacement of the component without interfering with the door structure. The properly selected shape and profile of the handle facilitate installation and reduce the risk of mismatching with the door panel.

Color and body aesthetics

The handle is finished in the Polar Silver Metallic shade, which allows for visual consistency with the factory body paint code 761. The metallic structure of the coating provides a characteristic depth of color and blends well with the Mercedes styling line, without the effect of a mismatched element. Thanks to the color compatibility, you can avoid additional painting processes, which shortens repair time and reduces the risk of shade differences between the handle and other body panels. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs and for maintaining the aesthetics of a premium class vehicle.

Performance characteristics

The handle belongs to the Door handles group, responsible for daily door operation and proper force transmission to the lock mechanism. The design intended for Mercedes ensures a stable grip, appropriate rigidity, and repeatable operation during repeated opening and closing of the door. This used component is a reasonable choice for maintenance repairs when maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications while optimizing costs is a priority. You receive a part with factory geometry, prepared for re-installation in the vehicle.

Benefits of using an original handle

Using this handle in your Mercedes allows you to:

• maintain a consistent body appearance thanks to the matching Polar Silver Metallic color,
• preserve factory fitment for the rear left door,
• reduce repair time thanks to the possibility of direct component replacement,
• benefit from a part designed specifically for the given model series. This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs after mechanical damage, when the priority is to restore full door functionality and body aesthetics without unnecessary modifications.

Repair expansion – other Mercedes door handles

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body access zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as external door handles, handles for other doors, or additional items in this group, check the available parts in the Mercedes door handles category. If you want to better understand how to economically plan repairs using used parts and when choosing second-hand components is most cost-effective, it is worth reading the article Smart Skoda servicing – why second-hand parts are the best choice for your wallet, which discusses a practical approach to selecting OEM components in the context of service costs.