Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 Rear Right Door O/S Moulding Trim Strip Cumulus Grey

Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 Rear Right Door O/S Moulding Trim Strip Cumulus Grey is an original body component designed for installation on the exterior of the passenger-side door. This used, factory-made moulding ensures a consistent look for the side of the vehicle body and provides proper protection for the door edge against minor mechanical damage.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1686983262-CUG
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1686983262
• Substitutable numbers: A1686983262, A 168 698 32 62, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Grey
• Offset (ET):
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and body fitment

The presented moulding is dedicated to the rear right side of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class W168 generation body. Its placement on the vehicle was factory-engineered to precisely replicate the door line, maintain correct mounting gaps, and avoid interference with seals and other body panels.

The grey color (Cumulus Grey) allows for an aesthetic match with the original paint palette used for this model, making it easier to maintain a uniform appearance of the vehicle's side without the need for costly modifications.

Protective and aesthetic function

The moulding serves both a protective and finishing function. It is responsible for:

• protecting the door surface against minor impacts and scratches,
• masking the structural edges of the bodywork,
• maintaining a consistent stylistic line of the side body section.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry of the component, stable attachment to factory mounting points is possible, which translates into the durability of the connection and reduces the risk of looseness or unwanted vibrations during operation.

Characteristics of the used OEM component

As an original Mercedes door moulding, the element retains factory shape and fitment parameters, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and restoring the vehicle to a near-factory condition. The used nature of the part allows for an economical replacement of a damaged moulding while maintaining the high quality of workmanship typical of the manufacturer.

In practice, this means that with proper installation, you can achieve even adhesion to the door surface without the need for additional adjustments or interference with the body structure.

Installation and service application

The moulding is intended for installation in the factory location, using the mounting points provided by the manufacturer. This solution facilitates service work and shortens repair time, as it does not require modification of the door structure or the use of non-standard mounting solutions.

The element will work well both for local repair of a single door and for broader body and paint work, where it is important to maintain the original body line and correct alignment of adjacent exterior elements.

Mercedes door upholstery – selecting related components

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 interior panels, door cards, or additional trim strips, check the available parts in the Mercedes door upholstery category.

Additional technical and operational information

When selecting the moulding, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the mounting side and the color scheme to avoid visual differences compared to other body elements. Using an original component allows you to maintain the proper door geometry, which is important both for aesthetics and for protection against external factors.

For users interested in a broader context regarding the use of original used body and mechanical parts instead of regeneration, an article discussing the cost-effectiveness of such solutions may be helpful – more information can be found in the material: Manual transmission failures – why an original used part is sometimes a more sensible choice than regeneration.