Mercedes W203 Fender Trim Front Left N/S Moulding Obsidian Black 197 A2036904762

Mercedes W203 Fender Trim Front Left N/S Moulding Obsidian Black 197 is an original body component from the Protective and decorative mouldings group, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. The moulding is factory-fitted to the fender line, ensuring a consistent appearance and proper alignment of the body edges. The Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 color allows for aesthetic integration with the vehicle's paintwork or preparation for potential repainting to match a specific car configuration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2036904762-OB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2036904762
• Substitutable numbers: A2036904762, A 203 690 47 62
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Obsidian Black Metallic - 197
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and fitment

The presented fender trim has been designed specifically for W203 series models, for placement on the front – left side. The appropriate edge profile and factory mounting points allow for installation in place of the original part without the need for structural modifications. This ensures that the body geometry is maintained and the gaps between components remain uniform.

The item belongs to the Protective and decorative mouldings group, meaning it serves both a visual function and provides partial protection for the fender edge against minor mechanical damage and road debris.

Color and preparation for painting

The moulding is finished in the Obsidian Black Metallic - 197 shade, characteristic of many Mercedes paint configurations. This color base facilitates matching with dark bodies or preparation for repainting in a different color, including the Aragonite Blue shade, if the vehicle was originally finished in that color.

In practice, this means the possibility of:

• direct installation in vehicles with a similar paint tone,
• professional surface preparation for custom painting,
• maintaining a consistent structure and gloss after painting work is completed.

Characteristics of the used part

The fender trim comes from disassembly, which in practice means it is an original Mercedes component with preserved geometry and factory shape. The used nature of the part allows for economical body repair while maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's design. Such components are particularly valued for accident repairs and for restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition.

Application in body repairs

Using an original fender trim for the front left side allows you to:

• restore the wheel arch line after mechanical damage,
• replace a missing or damaged decorative element,
• prepare the vehicle for further body and paint work while maintaining proper fitment.

Thanks to the precise fit to the W203 body, installation is predictable, and the component works seamlessly with adjacent body panels.

Related components and configuration expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch and fender area in your Mercedes and need other items from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional mouldings, check the available parts in the Mercedes protective and decorative mouldings category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using second-hand parts in the automotive industry, including premium class vehicles, it is worth checking out practical tips regarding the selection and installation of used components – you will find them in the article Audi on second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without losing quality, which discusses the approach to refurbished and used sub-assemblies in modern cars.