The Mercedes-Benz roof aerial SLK R171, part number A1718201775, serves as a genuine Mercedes-Benz replacement or upgrade where the exact part number is the primary reference. This independent review turns the available catalogue data into practical compatibility, buying and installation checks.
A Mercedes-Benz part should be identified by its complete number and verified against the vehicle or intended use. Names and photographs help with recognition, but they cannot account for production changes, equipment codes or later part-number supersessions.
Mercedes-Benz roof aerial SLK R171 A1718201775 overview
- Part number: A1718201775
- Product: roof aerial SLK R171
- Catalogue category: electrical system
- Review focus: specification, compatibility, fitment and practical ownership
Key specifications and catalogue details
- Brand: Mercedes-Benz
- Dimensions (packed) L x W x H: 22,00 x 2,00 x 2,00 cm
- Articlenumber: A1718201775
- Mercedes-Benz part number: A1718201775
- Catalogue category: electrical system
- Source-listed price: €49.72
The source catalogue showed a reference price of €49.72 when the data was collected. Prices, tax treatment and availability can change, so this figure is a historical reference rather than a permanent offer.
Compatibility checks before ordering
Confirm the complete part number against the VIN, production date, engine, body style and option codes. A visual match or shared model name is not enough to establish compatibility.
Ask the seller or a Mercedes-Benz parts specialist to verify A1718201775 against the current electronic parts catalogue. Also compare dimensions, colour, mounting points, connectors and included hardware with the item already fitted or the accessory instructions.
Installation and practical use
Compare the delivered component with the removed part before installation. Safety-related, coded or difficult-to-access components should be fitted using current workshop instructions.
Inspect the delivery before fitting it and retain the packaging until compatibility and operation have been confirmed. Stop the installation if the connectors, mounting points or dimensions differ from the vehicle.
Who is this product for?
It is most relevant to an owner, restorer or workshop that has already identified the exact Mercedes-Benz number or is using it during a VIN-based parts search. It is not a safe speculative purchase based only on a similar photograph.
Verdict
Mercedes-Benz roof aerial SLK R171 A1718201775 is worth considering when its number and specification match the intended application. The final decision should be based on verified compatibility, the included parts and the current delivered price.
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Editorial note: specifications, prices, supersessions and compatibility can change. Verify current information with the seller or a Mercedes-Benz parts specialist before purchase or installation.
