Mercedes R171 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt Right O/S Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes R171 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt Right O/S Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590 is an original body component designed for the right side of the vehicle, ensuring a seamless finish for the sill area. Finished in the attractive Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590 color, it allows for an aesthetic and technically correct replacement of a damaged trim without interfering with the vehicle's structure. This is a solution for users and workshops that expect factory-fit quality and predictable installation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1716980254-FUP
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1716980254
• Substitutable numbers: A1716980254, A 171 698 02 54
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and function of the side skirt

The presented right-side door sill cover is designed as an exterior body component that covers the sill and contributes to the side profile of the Mercedes R171. It is responsible for visually closing the lower part of the bodywork while helping to reduce the impact of minor debris and road chips on the sill area.

The placement on the right side of the vehicle ensures compatibility with the factory body layout, facilitating a perfect fit with doors, fenders, and other side panels. As a result, after proper installation, the continuity of the styling line and correct alignment with adjacent components are maintained.

Color: Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590

The trim is finished in Feueropal Fire Opal Red - 590, a color characteristic of specific Mercedes paint configurations. For vehicle owners with this shade, it means the possibility of replacing a damaged component with a part in a matching color tone, without the need for color matching at the time of purchase.

Selecting a trim in the correct color is particularly important for post-accident repairs and visual restorations, where paint consistency along the entire side of the vehicle is crucial. Maintaining a uniform color in the sill area enhances the overall appearance of the car and facilitates subsequent detailing work.

Installation and functional characteristics

As a component from the Door sills category, the product is intended for installation at the factory mounting points of the Mercedes body. The design of the trim allows for the use of standard workshop procedures, which facilitates work for body shops and independent workshops specializing in the brand.

The used condition means that the part comes from disassembly, which in practice allows for the preservation of original geometry and compatibility with factory design solutions. For many users, this is a way to perform a technically correct repair while reducing costs compared to new body parts.

Application in Mercedes repairs and restorations

The right-side door sill cover in Feueropal Red is suitable for both local repairs after parking damage and broader restoration work covering the entire sill area. It can be used by workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand and by users who plan to restore the vehicle to a consistent visual state after replacing sills, doors, or side panels.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trims, check the available parts in the Mercedes door sills category.

Support in choosing a used door sill cover

When selecting a used door sill cover for a Mercedes R171, it is crucial to pay attention to model compatibility, the side of installation, and the paint color. It is also worth considering the workshop's requirements regarding the preparation of the element for painting or installation so that the entire repair process runs smoothly and without unnecessary downtime.

For users who want to organize the process of purchasing parts from the secondary market and reduce the risk of errors, a practical guide may be helpful – more information can be found in the article Safe online purchase of used car parts – a step-by-step guide.