Mercedes R171 Hood Bonnet Hinge Front Right O/S Calcite White - 650 A1718800228

Mercedes R171 Hood Bonnet Hinge Front Right O/S Calcite White is an original body component from the Hinges, locks and other hood parts category, designed for the right side of the front engine hood. Finished in the factory Calcite White color, it allows for a visually and technically consistent hinge replacement without the need for additional paint matching.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1718800228-CW
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1718800228
• Substitutable numbers: A1718800228, A 171 880 02 28
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Calcite White - 650
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the hood hinge

The presented hinge is dedicated to installation on the front right side of the vehicle, where it is responsible for stable guidance and safe opening of the hood. As a structural body component, it operates on the pivot axis of the engine hood, ensuring its proper alignment relative to the fenders, bumper, and hood lock. A correctly selected hinge reduces the risk of the hood edges rubbing against adjacent components and helps maintain an even gap between body panels.

Calcite White color – visual matching

The hinge is finished in Calcite White - 650, which is a significant advantage for body repairs on vehicles painted in this shade. This allows for a reduction in the scope of paintwork, and in many cases, allows it to be skipped entirely, maintaining color consistency with the rest of the bodywork. This solution is particularly beneficial for spot repairs after a collision or when replacing a single hinge.

Original Mercedes component – fitment and compatibility

As a Mercedes brand product, the hinge has been designed according to the manufacturer's factory standards, which translates into a precise fit to the hood structure and body mounting points. The original mounts and geometry of the component facilitate installation and allow for maintaining the factory hood line, without the need for modifications or hole adjustments. The presence of the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers in the technical specification facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific body version.

Performance characteristics and condition of the part

The component comes from disassembly and is marked as Used, which in practice means that it was previously used in a vehicle but has retained the functionality required for further use. This type of part is a good choice for economical body repair when the priority is to maintain the original structure and geometry of the hood at a reasonable cost. The placement on the vehicle described as front - right minimizes the risk of error when selecting the mounting side.

Why choose this hood hinge

Choosing an original hood hinge in Calcite White - 650 is a solution that combines technical correctness with aesthetic body consistency. Using a factory component from the Hinges, locks and other hood parts category helps maintain proper engine hood operation, reduces stress on the bodywork, and decreases the risk of paint damage in the hood edge area. This is particularly important in cars where both operational safety and maintaining the vehicle's value are important.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine hood area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional hinges, hood locks, or brackets, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Hinges, locks and other hood parts category.

More practical information on how to effectively use used body components for body repairs can be found in the article Replacing body components with used ones – can salvaged body parts look like new?, which will help you better plan body and paint work using parts from disassembly.