Mercedes W164 Centre Console Tray Armrest Storage Compartment Wood A1646800814

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W164 Centre Console Tray Armrest Storage Compartment Wood is a practical interior component that organizes the space in the front part of the cabin. This factory armrest storage compartment with a wood finish allows for convenient storage of small accessories, improving the ergonomics and aesthetics of the cockpit.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1646800814-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1646800814
• Substitutable numbers: A1646800814, A 164 680 08 14
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The described item is a central console tray mounted in the front part of the interior, within the armrest area. It is responsible for the convenient and secure storage of small items, such as keys, documents, or everyday accessories, allowing the driver and passenger quick access to them without distraction while driving.

The wooden finish of the storage compartment harmonizes with the factory styling of the Mercedes W164 cockpit, allowing for a consistent look of the dashboard and center console. This solution is particularly valued during interior repairs, where maintaining the original character of the vehicle is essential.

Construction and functional benefits

The center console storage compartment has been designed as an integral part of the armrest zone, which facilitates installation and ensures a stable fit within the center tunnel structure. The design provides convenient access for both the driver and passenger, and appropriately shaped walls limit the movement of contents while driving.

Key functional benefits include:

• ergonomic placement within reach of the driver and front passenger,
• increased functionality of the center console through additional space for small items,
• aesthetic, wooden finish matched to the luxurious character of the Mercedes interior,
• factory geometry facilitating a perfect fit with the original vehicle mounts.

Integration with the dashboard and console

As an element from the Dashboards group, the console tray works with other center tunnel components, control panels, and the armrest. Appropriately selected shapes and finish lines allow for an aesthetic connection with adjacent panels, without visible gaps or misalignments.

Such a fit is important not only visually but also practically – proper alignment of the elements reduces unwanted noises from the console area and improves the overall acoustic comfort inside the vehicle.

Use of a used part

Choosing an original, used center console element is beneficial wherever the priority is to maintain the stylistic and structural consistency of the interior. Factory components from this group are designed for long-term use, which is why they work well as replacements during repairs or when restoring cabin equipment.

Before installation, it is worth comparing the shape and mounting method with the currently installed element to ensure that the storage compartment will work correctly with the other parts of the center console in a given Mercedes W164 unit.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as console panels, air vent housings, or gauge covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Dashboards category.

Part selection and technical support

When selecting interior elements, it is worth using the manufacturer's markings and vehicle data to ensure full compatibility with a specific equipment version. Helpful materials regarding working with original OEM components, methods of their identification, and compatibility verification may also be useful.

For those interested in a broader context of selecting original parts according to manufacturer markings and vehicle data, an article describing a practical approach to identifying components and working with catalog numbers may be useful – you can find it here: Audi five-cylinder engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to take care of it using original Audi parts.