Mercury – Paint-Ready Accent Panel Kit | Custom Outboard Styling | Polycarbonate | 8M0142210

Overview

There’s something undeniably personal about the way a boat looks—its lines, its colors, the details that let you make it your own. The Mercury Paint-Ready Accent Panel Kit 8M0142210 gives you the freedom to bring that personal touch right to your 4.6L V8 outboard. Whether you want a subtle color shift or a bold custom statement, these panels give you a clean, ready-to-paint surface that feels as open-ended as a calm morning at the dock. It’s an upgrade that feels creative and hands-on, and once everything is installed, you’ll get that quiet sense of satisfaction knowing your engine finally matches your style.

Key Features

• A paint-ready surface for fully customized color finishes
• Durable, thin polycarbonate material designed for long-term resilience
• Factory-cut for precise alignment with Mercury V8 FourStroke cowling panels
• Includes panels, marine-grade adhesive, Mercury wordmark, V8 badge, and M-icon
• Horsepower decal available separately
• Estimated 30-minute installation per engine
• Mercury Marine part number 8M0142210

Engine & Boat Compatibility

• Fits Mercury 4.6L V8 FourStroke outboards, 200–300 horsepower (serial number 2B529482 and up)
• Compatible with single and multi-engine setups
• Ideal for center consoles, bay boats, offshore rigs, pontoons, sport boats, and custom builds
• Designed for use in freshwater, saltwater, and mixed-water conditions

Performance & Practical Benefits

What stands out the most is how light and flexible the panels feel in your hands—yet how tough they are once installed. They sit tight and smooth against the engine, giving you a secure mounting surface that won’t rattle or warp with sun, spray, or heavy-use weekends. For boaters who love adding personal touches, the paint-ready finish is incredibly forgiving. Whether you’re working with a pro painter or doing a careful DIY job, the surface takes color evenly and holds onto it well.

The install is refreshingly simple. With most engines, you’ll be done in half an hour, stepping back to admire a transformation that doesn’t just look good—it feels uniquely yours. These panels also maintain the clean, balanced lines of the Mercury cowling, so even custom colors still look factory-level sharp.

Why Buy OEM

Buying Mercury OEM parts is about more than fitment. It’s about trusting that every cut, curve, and mounting point will line up exactly the way it should. Aftermarket panels can look tempting, but they often don’t match the contours perfectly, and their materials tend to fade, crack, or ripple in harsh conditions. With Mercury Marine’s paint-ready panels, you’re starting your custom project on a foundation built to last. They’re durable, built to spec, and designed to look right from day one through years of sun and spray. For boaters who care about their gear, that’s worth every penny.

FAQ

Q1: Which engines does the Paint-Ready Accent Panel Kit fit?

It fits Mercury 4.6L V8 FourStroke outboards in the 200–300 horsepower range with serial number 2B529482 and up.

Q2: What makes these panels better than aftermarket versions?

OEM panels match the engine’s contours exactly and use tougher materials that stand up to real-world marine use.

Q3: How can I confirm this is the right part for my setup?

Check your engine’s serial number and horsepower—if you’re within the listed range, this is the correct Mercury Marine part.

Q4: Can these panels be used in saltwater?

Definitely. They’re built for harsh sunlight, spray, and the demanding conditions of both saltwater and freshwater boating.

Q5: Is installation easy for most boaters?

Yes. Most people complete installation in about 30 minutes with basic tools.