Mercedes W169 Front Bumper Trim Panel Horizon Blue Metallic - 391

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W169 Front Bumper Trim Panel Horizon Blue Metallic - 391 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation at the front of the vehicle. Finished in an attractive Horizon Blue Metallic - A93 color, it helps maintain a consistent body appearance and the proper protective parameters for the front of the car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1698852538-HB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1698852538
• Substitutable numbers: A1698852538, A 169 885 25 38
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Horizon Blue Metallic - A93
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and technical function

The front bumper for the Mercedes W169 class is responsible for absorbing part of the energy in the event of minor collisions, as well as for properly guiding airflow around the body. As a component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, it works with other structural front-end components, ensuring stable mounting and proper alignment with the hood, fenders, and accessories.

Its placement at the front of the vehicle facilitates precise fitting to the factory geometry of the Mercedes W169, which simplifies installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Color and visual matching

The bumper is finished in the Horizon Blue Metallic - A93 shade, characteristic of the Mercedes paint palette. The metallic coating helps maintain consistency with the original body paint, which is particularly important when replacing a single component after mechanical damage.

Thanks to the factory color, it is possible to limit the scope of painting work – in many cases, only correction or polishing is sufficient to achieve an aesthetic effect and an even color transition between adjacent panels.

Characteristics of the used part

As a used part, the bumper retains the original construction and geometry specified by the manufacturer. This is a solution that allows you to combine repair cost control with the preservation of factory fitment to the body and compatibility with standard mounting points.

Choosing an original, used body component is often preferred in professional workshops because it ensures predictable material behavior, proper fitment, and compatibility with other front-end vehicle components.

Benefits of using an original bumper

• Factory geometry matched to the Mercedes W169, facilitating installation.
• Consistent, metallic Horizon Blue Metallic - A93 color, conducive to aesthetic repair.
• Original construction from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, working with other front body components.
• Possibility to limit the scope of painting when the part is properly selected for the vehicle.

Complementary components and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as front reinforcements, beams, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Bumpers and reinforcements category.

To better plan your vehicle repair budget and consciously use recycled parts, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips on selecting used brake system components – they are discussed in detail in the article Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce brake system repair costs by choosing proven recycled parts.