Mercedes W176 Door Trim Cover B-Pillar Strip Front Right O/S A1767220328

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W176 Door Trim Cover B-Pillar Strip Front Right O/S is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the front right side. The black finish ensures a consistent look with the factory body styling, and the design, tailored specifically to the W176 generation, facilitates precise installation and maintains the aesthetics of the vehicle's side profile.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1767220328-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1767220328
• Substitutable numbers: A1767220328, A 176 722 03 28
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The described B-pillar strip is designed for installation on the front right door, in the area between the window and the body frame. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the side of the bodywork, while simultaneously assisting in the proper guidance of seals and maintaining a consistent window line.

This element is significant both visually and functionally – a properly selected strip limits the formation of unwanted gaps, which helps reduce wind noise while driving and improves the overall impression of the vehicle's build quality.

Color scheme and visual fit

The black color of the strip allows for a harmonious connection with factory window frames and other side trim elements. Thanks to this, the vehicle maintains a uniform, orderly appearance, and replacing a damaged component does not cause differences in shade or surface texture.

Such a finish is particularly beneficial in cars where a subdued, elegant body styling is prioritized – the strip does not visually dominate but discreetly complements the side line, restoring a coherent character to the vehicle.

Installation characteristics

The strip has been designed specifically for the W176 body, which translates into a proper fit to the shape of the door and the B-pillar on the passenger side. Proper profiling facilitates installation in the factory location, without the need for modifications or forcing the component into place.

When replacing, it is worth paying attention to the condition of adjacent components – seals, window guides, and other strips – so that the entire side zone functions correctly and does not generate additional stress on the newly installed element.

Application in service practice

Replacing the B-pillar strip is a typical operation during post-accident repairs, bodywork corrections, or restoring the vehicle's aesthetics after years of use. Using an original used part allows for the preservation of factory geometry and finish character, which is important when maintaining the car's residual value.

Such a solution is also economically advantageous – especially in situations where the priority is to restore the correct appearance and function of the bodywork within a rational service budget.

Expanding door zone modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door zone in your Mercedes and need other elements from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or additional covers, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

If you are simultaneously working on improving cabin comfort and want to better utilize the potential of the interior equipment, you will find helpful tips on selecting second-hand components in the article Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia.