Mercedes W245 Door Front Left N/S Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748

Listing details and visual condition of the part

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

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

Mercedes W245 Door Front Left N/S Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748 is a factory body component from the Doors and door panels category, designed for installation on the front left side of the vehicle. The original construction ensures proper geometry, rigidity, and alignment with the body lines, while the Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic paint allows for a visually consistent repair of the side area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1697202505-KMG1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1697202505
• Substitutable numbers: A1697202505, A 169 720 25 05
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The presented item is designed as a complete front left door for the Mercedes W245 body style. Its placement in the front driver-side area means the part is responsible for both side protection and the proper operation of the window and lock, which is essential for the safety and comfort of the vehicle.

Its original origin from the Mercedes production line facilitates precise fitment with the fender, rocker panel, A-pillar, and factory seals. This reduces the need for additional bodywork, and the installation process can be carried out in an orderly and predictable manner.

Color and paint layer

The door is finished in the Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic - 748 shade, which allows for an aesthetic repair of the vehicle in this specific factory color. The metallic paint coating provides the characteristic depth and gloss, while also making it easier to visually match other body components with the same color code.

In practice, this means it is possible to limit the scope of painting to local touch-ups and blending, provided the condition of the coating is acceptable to the workshop and the user. This solution often shortens repair time and helps optimize the costs of renovating the side area.

Construction and performance parameters

As a component from the Doors and door panels category, the part serves as a load-bearing structure for equipment such as the lock, hinges, window guides, and seals. The properly selected weight of the door affects the operation of the hinges, the stability of the closure, and the acoustic comfort inside the vehicle. The correct weight is also important from the point of view of passive safety, as the door works with the body structure in the event of a side collision.

The used nature of the product means that the element comes from dismantling, which in practice allows for the preservation of the original body structure and factory stampings. For many workshops and users, this is a beneficial solution for post-accident repairs, where compliance with factory geometry and maintaining the original body characteristics are important.

Use in body and paint repairs

The front left door for the Mercedes W245 in Kometgrau Comet Grey Metallic is particularly useful in situations where damage to the factory element is so extensive that body repair would be unprofitable or technically difficult. Using a complete door panel allows for:

• restoring the correct body line in the front driver-side area,
• obtaining a stable base for further painting work,
• maintaining factory gaps and stampings between the door and adjacent elements,
• reducing the amount of filler and interference with the load-bearing structure of the body.

For workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand, using original doors is often the preferred repair method because it facilitates quality control and shortens the time required to fit the element to the bodywork.

Integration with other body components

The front door on the left side works with the hinges, lock, seals, and the vehicle's electrical system. The proper construction of the door panel is important for cabin tightness, noise levels, and proper closing. In the case of the Mercedes W245, maintaining the original door shell helps preserve factory acoustic comfort and ergonomics.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as skins, panels, or other complete doors, check the available parts in the Mercedes Doors and door panels category.

For users interested in learning more about selecting original body components and other sub-assemblies based on manufacturer markings, an article describing the specifics of power units and the selection of OEM parts may be helpful – you can find it here: Audi five-cylinder engine – legend and selection of original parts.