Mercedes CL203 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes CL203 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359 is an original body component from the Boot lids and rear category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The Tanzanite Blue Metallic paint finish gives the body an elegant, deep character, consistent with the factory styling of Mercedes models. This is a solution for users who expect precise fitment and the preservation of the factory body lines.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2037400705-TB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2037400705
• Substitutable numbers: A2037400705, A 203 740 07 05
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and fitment

The presented boot lid has been designed specifically for the rear of the vehicle, maintaining the geometry appropriate for Mercedes construction. This ensures proper alignment with the fenders, bumper, and luggage compartment seals, which facilitates installation and helps reduce additional bodywork.

Thanks to the use of an original design, compatibility with factory mounting points, hinges, and equipment elements intended for this type of lid is maintained. This is crucial for post-accident repairs, where stability, rigidity, and proper closing of the boot lid are essential.

Color and paint layer

The lid is finished in Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359, characteristic of selected Mercedes body configurations. The metallic coating provides an attractive depth of color and good compatibility with professional paint systems in the event of any touch-ups or blending of adjacent elements.

For body and paint shops, this means the ability to precisely match the shade to the rest of the body, and for the end user – a visually consistent effect after repairing the rear of the vehicle, without the need for a full repaint of the entire lid.

Characteristics of the used component

The boot lid comes from the used parts segment, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the original body structure. Such components are frequently chosen for post-accident repairs when the priority is to combine reasonable costs with maintaining the vehicle's factory specifications.

In practice, this means that the lid may show signs of previous use, however, it constitutes a fully functional base for installation or preparation for painting, in accordance with procedures used in professional body shops.

Application in body repairs

Replacing the boot lid is a typical stage of repairing the rear of the body after a collision or mechanical damage. Using an original component from the same model group facilitates:

• maintaining the correct geometry of the rear of the vehicle,
• proper adjustment of gaps between body panels,
• maintaining the tightness of the luggage compartment,
• visual consistency with other body panels.

For workshops and users, this means a predictable installation process and a lower risk of adjustment issues after the repair is completed.

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 boot lids, rear panels, or other rear body components, check the available parts in the Mercedes Boot lids and rear category.

How to choose the right boot lid

To properly select a lid for a specific vehicle, it is worth paying attention to compliance with the manufacturer's markings, body version, and the configuration of the rear of the vehicle. It is also important to consider the factory color if the goal is to limit the scope of paint work.

If you want to deepen your knowledge on selecting body components from the secondary market and avoid compatibility problems, use the expert advice available in the article No more bad purchases! How to professionally choose used car parts, saving time and nerves.

Summary

Mercedes CL203 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Tanzanite Blue Metallic - 359 is a practical solution for users and workshops carrying out repairs to the rear body section of Mercedes vehicles. The original design, dedicated placement in the rear zone of the vehicle, and the factory metallic color allow for a technically correct and aesthetically consistent body reconstruction, while maintaining a favorable cost-to-effect ratio.