Mercedes W251 Windscreen Trim Strip Front right O/S Cover Moulding Panel Black

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Mercedes W251 Windscreen Trim Strip Front right O/S Cover Moulding Panel Black is a precisely profiled body component responsible for the aesthetic and functional finishing of the passenger-side windscreen edge. The original Mercedes design ensures proper water drainage, stable mounting, and a consistent look with the rest of the bodywork. This used component in black is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing corroded or damaged trim strips, and vehicle body restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2516905062
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2516905062
• Substitutable numbers: A2516905062, A 251 690 50 62
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims

Purpose and function of the windscreen trim strip

The described trim strip is a component from the Window seals and trim strips group, mounted on the front part of the body on the right side. Its tasks include:

• sealing the contact between the windscreen and the bodywork in the roof and pillar area,
• directing rainwater runoff along the channel,
• protecting the edge of the windscreen from minor mechanical damage,
• aesthetically completing the body line characteristic of the W251 series.

Thanks to its fitment for the specific body model, the trim strip maintains the correct geometry, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of stress on the windscreen and adjacent body components.

Construction, color, and body fitment

The right-side windscreen trim strip has been designed as a stable profile component that works in conjunction with the windscreen, seal, and adjacent roof and pillar panels. The black color provides a neutral, factory-style finish that blends well with both light and dark body paints.

Its placement in the front zone on the passenger side requires appropriate rigidity and resistance to:

• temperature changes (heating from the sun, cooling in winter),
• exposure to water, road salt, and contaminants,
• vibrations transmitted from the bodywork during driving.

The original design intended for the Mercedes W251 allows for maintaining the consistency of the body line and minimizes the risk of leaks around the windscreen.

Application in repairs and restoration of the Mercedes W251

The right-side windscreen trim strip is particularly useful for:

• replacing the windscreen after mechanical damage,
• repairs after collisions in the front zone and near the A-pillar,
• body restoration when the existing trim strip is cracked, deformed, or corroded,
• restoring the factory appearance of the vehicle after unprofessional bodywork and paint repairs.

Using an original component allows for an economical repair while maintaining proper fitment to the body, which is important both from the point of view of sealing and vehicle aesthetics.

Benefits of using an original Mercedes trim strip

Choosing an original windscreen trim strip for the Mercedes W251 offers a number of practical advantages:

• Factory fitment – profile and length consistent with the body design, with no modifications required.
• Visual consistency – the black finish corresponds to the manufacturer's original styling standards.
• Stable mounting – proper adhesion to the windscreen and bodywork reduces the risk of wind noise and leaks.
• Optimal cost-to-effect ratio – the used OEM component allows for reduced repair costs while maintaining high-quality fitment.

This set of features makes the trim strip a good choice both for workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand and for users who take care of their vehicle's bodywork themselves.

Expanding the repair – other Mercedes sealing elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the window zone and adjacent body edges in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional window trim strips, edge seals, or finishing profiles, check the available parts in the Mercedes window seals and trim strips category.

To better choose a repair strategy and decide when it is worth opting for a used element, a new replacement, or a factory part, the guide article Original, replacement, or used – which car parts are the most cost-effective? may be helpful, where you will find a comparison of costs, quality, and fitment by OEM numbers.