Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class Front Panel

The W210 ran from 1995 to 2002, the W211 from 2002 to 2009, the W212 from 2009 to 2016, and the W213 from 2016 onwards - each generation has its own distinct front panel design and they do not interchange between generations. When sourcing a used front panel, confirm which W-code generation your car belongs to before approaching a breaker, as this is the single most important fitment factor.

The W212 received a significant facelift in 2013, and the front end - including the bumper, grille and panel - was restyled at that point. The pre-facelift (2009-2013) and post-facelift (2013-2016) front panels are therefore different, and you should not assume a part from one period will bolt straight onto the other. Confirm with the breaker whether the specific panel they have is from a pre- or post-facelift car by checking it against your registration before purchasing.

The W211 ran from 2002 to 2009 and received a facelift in 2006, so a 2004 car is pre-facelift and a 2008 car is post-facelift. Both years sit within the W211 generation, but the 2006 facelift brought changes to the front-end styling, meaning the panels may not be a direct match. Run your registration past the breaker and ask them to confirm whether the specific front panel they have is from a pre-2006 or post-2006 W211 before buying.

No - front panels are shared across body styles within the same generation and facelift period on the E-Class, so a front panel from a W212 saloon will correspond to the same part as one from a W212 estate. You do not need to specify body style when sourcing this part, but you do need to confirm the correct generation and whether it is pre- or post-facelift.

Trim level does not affect the structural front panel itself, so an SE, Avantgarde or Sport front panel will be the same pressing and will fit regardless of which trim your car is. However, be aware that AMG Line and AMG models may use a different front bumper with a more aggressive apron, so cosmetic parts around the panel may vary - confirm the full front-end specification with the breaker if your car has any AMG badging.

The structural front panel itself is not affected by which headlight technology your W213 uses. That said, some mounting points or trim details around the panel area can vary depending on the light cluster fitted, so confirm with the breaker that the panel they have matches your specific headlight setup by checking it against your registration before committing to a purchase.