Mercedes C253 Rear Centre Console Compartment Storage Tray Socket A2538208900

Mercedes C253 Rear Centre Console Compartment Storage Tray Socket is an original interior component that allows you to restore the factory functionality of the rear console section in your Mercedes. This used part from the Trims, decorative strips and decorations group ensures an aesthetic finish and practical space for small items for rear-seat passengers. It is a particularly beneficial solution for repairs following disassembly or interior upgrades.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2538208900-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2538208900
• Substitutable numbers: A2538208900, A 253 820 89 00
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Centre Console Trim
• Category: Trim

Function and application in the rear console section

The rear centre console compartment in C253 series models serves as a practical tray and socket that organizes the space in the rear cabin area. This component:

• provides a convenient place for small accessories for rear passengers,
• masks the console structure, improving the visual consistency of the interior,
• stabilizes the finish of the rear centre tunnel section. Thanks to the precise fit for the specific body model, installation is straightforward, without the need for modifications or fitting universal replacements.

Original Mercedes craftsmanship and interior fit

As a Mercedes brand component, the storage compartment has been designed to maintain the consistent stylistic line of the interior. This means:

• factory fitment with the rear section of the centre console,
• compatibility with the mounting points provided by the manufacturer,
• preservation of the characteristic Mercedes surface finish. The original construction from the Trims, decorative strips and decorations group allows you to avoid issues with loose parts, squeaking, or differences in material shades, which are typical of low-quality replacements.

Benefits of using a used OEM component

Choosing a used centre console compartment is a reasonable compromise between cost and quality. You receive:

• an OEM part with preserved geometry and mounting points,
• factory fitment for the rear vehicle zone,
• the ability to restore the original look of the interior after damage or missing parts. If you want to better understand why original dismantled components are often more predictable than cheap replacements, it is worth reading the article on the advantages of used original OEM parts, which discusses quality and safety issues when making such choices.

Installation in the rear vehicle zone and interior integration

The storage compartment is designed for installation in the rear section of the centre console, in the area for rear-seat passengers. Thanks to the design tailored to the specific body platform, installation is straightforward, and the component creates a uniform surface with the remaining tunnel trims after installation. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the interior trim zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, decorative panels, or additional overlays, check the available parts in the Mercedes Trims, decorative strips and decorations category.

Technical support and selecting the right parts

During interior upgrade work, repairs in other vehicle systems are often carried out in parallel, for example in the engine power supply area. If you are considering purchasing used fuel system components, such as an injection pump or fuel rail, the guide on the safe selection of a used injection pump and fuel rail may be helpful, as it shows what to look for when choosing dismantled parts.