Mercedes W177 Star Badge Bonnet Hood Logo Emblem Black A0008178501

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Mercedes W177 Star Badge Bonnet Hood Logo Emblem Black is an original component from the Emblems and ornaments group, designed for installation on the hood of W177 series models. The black finish gives the front of the car a more distinctive, modern character while maintaining the factory styling of the Mercedes brand.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A0008178501-1
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A0008178501
• Substitutable numbers: A0008178501, A 000 817 85 01
• Color: Black
• Category: Emblems & Ornaments

Technical specifications and intended use

The presented hood emblem has been designed as a body component dedicated to the W177 series, retaining factory mounting points. As a result, installation is straightforward and does not require bodywork modifications or additional adapters.

The black surface finish allows for a cohesive look with dark-colored styling packages, which are popular in newer Mercedes generations. This solution works particularly well in configurations with tinted windows, black rims, or "black line" optical packages.

Appearance, color scheme, and visual effect

The Black emblem provides a subtle yet expressive accent on the vehicle's hood. Compared to standard bright badges, the black version integrates better with dark paint jobs and contrasts with lighter body colors, highlighting the hood line and the central axis of the car.

Using original emblems from the Emblems and ornaments group ensures visual consistency with other body elements, such as trim, grilles, or other model badges. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, restorations, or styling upgrades where detail repeatability is crucial.

Condition, fitment, and service application

The item is offered as a used part, making it a sensible choice for budget-friendly repairs or restoring the car to full functionality after front-end damage. At the same time, key mounting features are preserved, which is essential for body shops and workshops specializing in the Mercedes brand.

The emblem is suitable both as a replacement for a damaged hood badge and for visual modifications, when the vehicle owner wants to switch from a classic bright badge to a more understated black version. Thanks to its factory origin, proper fitment to the hood contours and grille lines is maintained.

Benefits of using an original emblem

Using an original black hood emblem allows you to:

• maintain the stylistic consistency of the vehicle's front with other body elements,
• preserve factory mounting points and installation geometry,
• achieve an aesthetic, modern look without interfering with the hood structure,
• minimize the risk of fitment issues typical of low-quality aftermarket replacements.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area of your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as model badges, logos, or decorative trim, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Emblems and ornaments category.

For drivers interested in a broader context regarding the selection of original body components and badges, an article comparing manufacturers' approaches to styling details may be helpful – more information can be found in the material Classic Mini vs. modern MINI – how construction has changed and which original Mini parts help preserve their character.