Mercedes W176 W246 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt Right O/S South Sea Blue 162

Visual condition of the part

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

Mercedes W176 W246 Door Sill Side Cover Skirt Right O/S South Sea Blue is an original body component designed for the right side of the vehicle. Finished in the factory South Seas Blue Metallic - 162 shade, it allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of a damaged side skirt, maintaining visual consistency with the rest of the bodywork. This is a solution for users who expect precise fitment and compliance with factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A2466980654-SSB
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A2466980654
• Substitutable numbers: A2466980654 A2466901440, A 246 698 06 54, A 246 690 14 40
• Weight: 150
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Part type: Running Board
• Color: South Seas Blue Metallic - 162
• Category: Running Boards & Side Bars

Purpose and body fitment

The presented side skirt has been designed specifically for the Mercedes A-Class W176 and B-Class W246 models, intended for the right side of the vehicle. Thanks to a design consistent with factory solutions, it ensures proper body line alignment, correct adhesion to the sill, and compatibility with original mounting points. Such fitment reduces the risk of stress, leaks, and improper alignment with adjacent body panels.

South Seas Blue Metallic - 162 color and visual aspect

The component is finished in the factory South Seas Blue Metallic - 162 color, characteristic of many Mercedes W176 and W246 configurations. This allows for a uniform surface without visible shade differences between the side skirt and other panels, provided the body paint is correctly matched. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, where both correct geometry and a consistent appearance of the entire vehicle side are essential.

Technical characteristics and installation

The side skirt belongs to a group of body components with a relatively low weight, which facilitates handling during installation and removal. The design is intended to work with factory brackets and clips, allowing for installation without the need for structural modifications to the bodywork. The properly selected geometry of the part promotes even load distribution in the sill area, which is important for both the durability of the mounts and the protection of the lower door edge against dirt and stone chips.

Used condition and service application

The item comes from the secondary market, making it an attractive alternative to new components while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of side skirt is suitable for post-accident repairs, correcting parking damage, or in situations where the existing sill shows signs of heavy wear. Choosing an original, used part often allows for reduced repair costs while maintaining compliance with the factory body design.

Integration with other sill area components

The sill area in the Mercedes W176/W246 is responsible not only for aesthetics but also for protecting the lower part of the body against external factors. A properly selected and installed side skirt works in conjunction with wheel arches, lower door edges, and underbody covers, limiting the ingress of dirt and moisture. In practice, this translates into easier maintenance of the vehicle's good visual condition and more predictable behavior of the paint coating in the sill area.

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

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