Mercedes W169 Door Moulding Strip Front Left N/S Comet Grey - 748 A1696900362

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W169 Door Moulding Strip Front Left N/S Comet Grey is an original body component from the Protective and decorative mouldings category, designed for installation on the front left door. It provides an aesthetic finish to the side of the bodywork and additional protection for the paint surface against minor operational damage.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1696900362-KMG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1696900362
• Substitutable numbers: A1696900362, A 169 690 03 62
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The presented moulding is dedicated to the Mercedes A-Class W169 generation and has been designed specifically for installation on the front left door. Its purpose is to:

• protect the door surface against parking scratches and minor impacts,
• complement the factory side body line,
• maintain a consistent vehicle appearance after body and paint repairs.

Thanks to the factory profile, the moulding fits the shape of the door, which facilitates proper seating and reduces the risk of leaks or protruding edges.

Color and visual fit

The element is finished in the Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic – 748 shade, which allows for consistency with the original body paint in this color. The metallic structure of the paint coating ensures:

• consistent light reflection relative to other body panels,
• an aesthetic transition between the door and adjacent body elements,
• a reduction in the need for additional painting when the vehicle color is properly matched.

For users who care about the appearance of their car, this is a practical solution when replacing a damaged moulding without interfering with other side elements.

Installation characteristics

The moulding is intended for installation in the factory location on the front left side of the vehicle. The properly selected shape and length allow for:

• maintaining original gaps and panel lines,
• installation at existing mounting points,
• reducing the time required for fitting during repair.

Such a solution is particularly beneficial in body and paint workshops and for professional post-accident repairs, where repeatability and predictability of the final result are important.

Condition and practical application

The item is a salvaged part and is intended for users and service centers looking for original body components on a reasonable budget. It will work well as:

• a replacement for a damaged or missing door moulding,
• a supplement to repairs after a collision in the area of the front left door,
• a part for vehicles where maintaining the factory look is a priority.

Bodywork modernization expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side body area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional mouldings, check the available parts in the Mercedes protective and decorative mouldings category.

For those interested in conscious vehicle operation and the thoughtful and effective use of salvaged parts, it is worth reading the article Eco-tuning in practice: how to increase performance while reducing your carbon footprint with recycled parts, which discusses a practical approach to the reuse of automotive parts.