Mercedes W176 Wing Fender Panel Front Left N/S Side Trim Cover Kosmos Black 191

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W176 Wing Fender Panel Front Left N/S Side Trim Cover Kosmos Black is an original body component from the Front fenders category, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle's front section. Finished in the factory Kosmos Black Metallic - 191 color, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct repair of the wheel arch without the need for adjusting the shape or body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1768810101-KB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1768810101
• Substitutable numbers: A1768810101, A 176 881 01 01
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Kosmos Black Metallic - 191
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment

The presented fender has been designed specifically for W176 series models, with the vehicle placement defined as the front left side. This ensures the maintenance of proper body geometry, correct alignment of edges near the doors, bumper, and hood, as well as compatibility with factory mounting points.

Thanks to the use of an original design, proper fitment with other body panels is ensured, which limits the need for additional bodywork modifications and facilitates quick installation in service or workshop conditions.

Color and surface finish

The fender is finished in Kosmos Black Metallic - 191, characteristic of many paint configurations for this generation. The metallic coating provides visual consistency with the rest of the body in the same shade, which makes it easier to match the component during post-accident or renovation repairs.

Selecting a component in the correct color limits the scope of paint work, and in many cases, allows focusing only on correction and polishing, which shortens the repair time and reduces the costs of the entire process.

Characteristics of the used component

As a part from the secondary market, the fender comes from dismantling and provides a solution for users looking for a compromise between quality and repair cost. Its original origin promotes the preservation of proper structural rigidity in the wheel arch zone and correct cooperation with factory mounts and covers.

This type of component is particularly useful for maintenance repairs, correcting parking damage, or replacement after a collision, when the priority is to maintain the factory body line and correct geometry of the vehicle's front.

Use in body and paint repairs

Replacing the front left fender in a Mercedes W176 is one of the basic stages in case of corner body damage. Using an original panel allows for:

• maintaining proper gaps between the fender, hood, and doors,
• correct seating of the wheel arch liner and components attached to the inner part of the fender,
• maintaining visual consistency with the rest of the body in Kosmos Black Metallic - 191.

Thanks to this, the vehicle retains aesthetics close to the factory state after the repair, and the assembly process is based on existing mounting points, without the need for interference with the load-bearing structure.

Expanding the scope of repairs and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch zone and front fascia in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as additional panels, covers, or other fenders, check the available parts in the Mercedes front fenders category.

When selecting used body components, it is worth paying attention to color compatibility, the scope of previous repairs, and the general condition of the surface. For those who want to deepen their knowledge on the safe selection of components from the secondary market and avoid common mistakes in repair or tuning projects, the article Buying used car parts • Common mistakes when choosing tuning parts may be helpful.

Summary

Mercedes W176 Wing Fender Panel Front Left N/S Side Trim Cover Kosmos Black is a practical solution for users and workshops carrying out repairs in the front, left part of the body. The original design, dedicated vehicle placement, and factory Kosmos Black Metallic - 191 color facilitate efficient assembly and achieving a consistent visual effect after the repair is completed.