Mercedes W177 Rear Door Handle Grab Left N/S Carrier Patagonia Red Metallic 993

Mercedes W177 Rear Door Handle Grab Left N/S Carrier Patagonia Red Metallic is an original component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear passenger side. Precise fitment for the W177 body and factory paint finish in Patagonia Red Metallic – 993 allow for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of the damaged handle carrier without interfering with the door structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A0997601901-PTR
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A0997601901
• Substitutable numbers: A0997601901, A 099 760 19 01
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Patagonia Red Metallic - 993
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for the W177 body

The presented internal handle carrier has been designed specifically for the Mercedes W177 body, taking into account the door skin geometry and factory mounting points. The component is installed in the rear area, on the left side of the vehicle, ensuring compatibility with the original door layout and opening mechanism.

Thanks to a design based on manufacturer standards, proper assembly tolerances are maintained, which minimizes the risk of looseness, rattling, or improper handle operation. The carrier serves as a support for the external part of the handle, stabilizing its position relative to the door skin and the lock mechanism.

Paint finish Patagonia Red Metallic – 993

The element is factory-painted in Patagonia Red Metallic – 993, which allows for visually consistent integration with the bodywork in the same shade. The metallic paint coating provides the characteristic depth of color and proper light reflection, allowing the carrier surface to blend harmoniously with the vehicle's side line.

Selecting a part in an identical color reduces the need for additional paint work, shortens repair time, and decreases the risk of shade differences between the component and the rest of the door. This is a practical solution when replacing a damaged carrier after a collision, scratch, or local corrosion.

Performance characteristics of the used component

The carrier comes from the used Mercedes parts segment, meaning it is an original dismantling component that retains factory geometry and compatibility with the W177 body. Such elements are often chosen for post-accident repairs, where combining proper fitment with service cost control is key.

Compared to non-factory replacements, the original handle carrier ensures proper alignment with the lock mechanism, seals, and door skin, which translates into stable handle operation and the reduction of unwanted noises during vehicle operation.

Benefits of using the original rear handle carrier

• Factory fitment – design compliant with the W177 body manufacturer's specifications, with no modifications required.
• Color consistency with the body in Patagonia Red Metallic – 993, reducing the need for painting.
• Stable mounting of the rear left handle, affecting the comfort of door operation for passengers.
• A solution particularly useful for local repairs following mechanical or cosmetic damage.

Application in systematic door area repair

Replacing the rear left handle carrier is an important step in restoring the full functionality and aesthetics of the side body section. A correctly selected element allows for maintaining the door line, proper lock operation, and a uniform paint appearance across the entire panel surface.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or door frames, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

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