Doors, trunk lids and tailgates
More informationAt Global Parts, we offer a wide selection of original used car parts, including doors, trunk lids, and tailgates for many popular car brands such as BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Audi, Volkswagen, and others. Our doors, trunk lids, and tailgates undergo quality control to ensure you receive a top-quality product.
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Part no. 81A827242C
Audi Q2 GA Rear Bootlid Tailgate Hatch Trunk Balance Weight 81A827242C
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 2K0843667A
VW Volkswagen Caddy MK3 Catching Plate Locking Pin Side Loading Door 2K0843667A
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7199840
BMW 3 Series E90 E91 Carrier Outside Rear Door Handle Right O/S 7199840
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8498850
BMW F40 Boot Vibration Absorber Rear Tailgate Trunk Lid Vibration Damper 8498850
€66.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2197300016
Mercedes CLS W219 Rear Door Check Brake Strap Left Right N/O/S A2197300016
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7N0843435D
Volkswagen Sharan 7N Sliding Door Left N/S Upper Top Roller Guide 7N0843435D
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7060255
BMW E90 Window Guide Web Cover Rear Black Schwarz Left N/S 7060255
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7288230
BMW F20 F20N LCI Seal Inner Front Door Right O/S Mirror Triangle 7288230
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 4G0831721A
Audi A6 C7 Front Door Seal Left Right N/O/S Inner Rubber Gasket 4G0831721A
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 0392545-SCH
BMW 1 Series E81 E82 E87 Grab Handle Left Rear N/S Schwarz 2 Black 668
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2057256700
Mercedes W205 Window Guide Rail Seal Door Front Right O/S A2057256700
€56.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. N1WB-E22400-C
VW Amarok Mk2 Exterior Door Handle Keyless Front Passenger Side N1WB-E22400-C
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2127353465
Window Strip Mercedes W212 Door Trim Seal Interior Rear Right O/S A2127353465
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8V3837249A
Audi A3 8V Front Door Brake Check Strap Stopper Left Right N/O/S 8V3837249A
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. BK21-V266A62-AC
Ford Transit Mk8 Sliding Door Exterior Release Handle Left Right BK21-V266A62-AC
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7350830-MG
BMW X1 F48 Rear Hatch Boot Lid Trunk Hinge Right O/S Mineral Grey B39 7350832
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7310193
BMW F36 Gran Coupé Seal Gasket Outer Mirror Triangle Front Left N/S 7310193
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7298984
BMW F34 Gas Pressurized Spring Hinge Tailgate Trunk Lid Right O/S 7298984
€75.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7L0867367E
Porsche Cayenne 9PA Door Frame Edge Seal Rear Left Right N/O/S Gasket 7L0867367E
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 4K9827851A
Audi A6 C8 Avant Tailgate Hinge Lift Motor Actuator Rear Left N/S 4K9827851A
€142.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7177648
BMW F01 F02 F04 Rear Door Brake Right O/S 7177648 51227177648
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2117350725
Mercedes-Benz E-Class W211 Sedan Rear Left Door Window Seal Gasket A2117350725
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A1717500115
Mercedes SLK R171 Trunk Tailgate Hinge Bracket Mount Holder Rear A1717500115
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7192501
BMW Z4 E89 Convertible Rear Folding Top Compartment Lid Trim Panel Cover
€332.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7164995-1
BMW E88 Cover Column A Door Exterior Trim Strip Pillar Front Left N/S Alu Matt
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6H5222886BE
Land Rover Freelander 2 Door Brake Stopper Check Strap Rear 6H52-22886-BE
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8U0839439
Audi Q3 8U Door Window Seal Guide Rail Rubber Rear Left N/S 8U0839439
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7069759-QB1
BMW 1 Series 1 E87 Complete Rear Right O/S Grab Door Handle Quarzblau Blue A18
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8V7827552A
Audi A3 8V Convertible Boot Trunk Lid Gas Strut Right Left N/O/S 8V7827552A
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. AM51-U22404-CAW-BLU
Ford Transit Custom Door Grab Handle Front Rear Blue Metallic - FCC
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7S71-A254A42-AG
Ford Mondeo Mk4 Door Exterior Cover Trim Rear Right O/S 7S71-A254A42-AG
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8E9833721F
Audi A4 B7 Rear Door Inner Gasket Rubber Seal Left Right N/O/S 8E9833721F
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7284566
BMW F21 F22 Channel Sealing Strip Door Front Right O/S Glanzschwarz 7284566
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8W8853742
Audi A5 F5 Rear Hatch Trunk Tailgate Emblem Label Badge Chrome 8W8853742
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7205613
Door Brake BMW X3 F25 Stopper Rear Check Strap 7205613
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2195450540
Module Bracket Mercedes W211 CLS W219 Trunk Trim Panel ECU Mount A2195450540
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2059200176
Mercedes A205 Tailgate Lock Latch Convertible Seat Backrest Latch A2059200176
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2058178500
Mercedes W205 Trunk Emblem Rear Boot Lid Tailgate Logo Chrom A2058178500
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7201545
BMW F07 GT Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Top Tension Spring Gas Strut 7201545
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7906916
BMW 3 SERIES E91 E91N LCi Window guide web cover right rear door O/S 7906916
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7066609
BMW E87 Rear Door Inner Left N/S Window Channel Cover 7066609
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8K0837249B
Audi A4 B8 Door Brake Stopper Check Strap Front Left Right N/O/S 8K0837249B
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7327339
Mini F55 F56 F57 Outside Door Grab Handle Front Left N/S Chrome 7327339
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8S0837885
Audi TT FV Front Door Outer Exterior Bracket Handle Mount Right O/S 8S0837885
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 2758375-ICE
Mini Cabrio R57 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Hinge Rear Left N/S Ice Blue B28 7190331
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7144877
BMW 3 Series E90 E90N E92 E92N LCI Catch Lock Trunk Lid 51247144877 7144877
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7230849
BMW E90 E91 Carrier Support Left N/S Door Card Panel Handle Trim Black Cover
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8V4831721A
Audi A3 8V Front Inner Door Seal Gasket Rubber Left Right N/O/S 8V4831721A
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2046902287
Mercedes W204 Rear Door B-Pillar Trim Cover Right O/S A2046902287
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9813515
Mini Countryman R60 Channel Cover Exterior Door Front Left N/S Chrome 9813515
€37.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7S71-A22601-AB
Ford Mondeo Mk4 Interior Door Grab Handle Front Left N/S 7S71-A22601-AB
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7177998
BMW F01 F02 LCI Door Weatherstrip Front Seal Sealing Gasket Left Right 7177998
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8A6A-A23500-AF
Ford Fiesta Mk7 Door Check Stopper Brake Front Left Right N/O/S 8A6A-A23500-AF
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2057300324-1
Mercedes W205 Rear Sealing Rail Door Strip Left N/S A2057300324
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6H52-25384-A
Land Rover Freelander 2 L359 Door Seal Gasket Rubber Rear Right O/S 6H52-25384-A
€37.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7298983
BMW F34 Gas Pressurized Spring Hinge Tailgate Trunk Lid Left N/S 7298983
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A9067660261
Mercedes W906 Sliding Door Block Upper Rear Left Right N/O/S A9067660261
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A1646905362-IRS
Mercedes ML W164 Door Trim Moulding Rear Left N/S Iridium Silver Metallic - 775
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2098170915-2
Mercedes W204 C209 Lettering Emblem C220 Rear Boot Lid Tailgate Adhered Badge
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2216904280
Mercedes W221 Window Strip Trim Door Front Right O/S Moulding Seal A2216904280
€47.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 5H4839901B
Volkswagen Golf CD1 Pillar Trim Moulding Cover Trim Rear Left N/S 5H4839901B
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8X0853737A
Audi A1 8X Rear Hatch Bootlid Tailgate Lettering Badge Emblem TFSI 8X0853737A
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7067219
BMW 1 Series E81 E87 E87 LCI Rear Left Trunk Lid Hinge N/S Silver 7060625
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2047300622
Mercedes W204 Interior Door Trim Rear Right Strip Cover Panel Glossy A2047300622
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 1K6827550F
Volkswagen Golf 1K Rear Tailgate Gas Strut Holder Bracket Trunk 1K6827550F
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9800614
Mini Countryman R60 Window Guide Door Rear Right O/S 9800614
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8022178
BMW 7 Series E65 Finisher Window Frame Top Door Rear Right O/S Glanzschwarz
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7130387
Mini Cooper R52 Trim Panel Finisher Trunk Lid Left N/S 7130387
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 6949384
BMW 7 Series E65 E66 Cable Harness Wiring Loom Front Door 6949384
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7207840
BMW X5 Series E70 Window Guide Web Cover Right O/S Rear Door High Gloss 7207840
€37.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 0037011-WG
BMW 3 E93 M3 Convertible Sill Strip Side Skirt Left N/S White Gold
€284.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2057356100
Mercedes W205 Window Guide Rail Frame Seal Door Rear Left N/S A2057356100
€47.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7L5827550H
Porsche Cayenne 955 Gas Pressure Strut Tailgate Rear Right O/S 7L5827550H
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 9813516
Mini Countryman R60 Channel Cover Exterior Door Front Right O/S Chrome 9813516
€37.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2057300424
Mercedes W205 Window Rail Seal Rear Right O/S Sealing Strip Trim A2057300424
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8E0839207-BRR
Audi A4 B7 Rear Door Grab Trim Handle Left Right N/O/S Brilliant Red - Y3J
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 5G0837205N-URG
Volkswagen VW Golf Mk7 Door Handle Front Rear Left N/S Urano Grey - I7F
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A1696900725
Mercedes B-Class W245 Rear Left Boot Trunk Luggage Compartment Trim A1696900725
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7343629
Seat Belt BMW F15 F16 F85 F86 Front Left N/S Upper Seatbelt Black 7343629
€70.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A2217601634
Mercedes W221 Handle Carrier Grab Base Door Outside Rear Right O/S A2217601634
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. A1178170600
Mercedes C117 CLA 45 Trunk Emblem Rear Boot Lid Tailgate Logo Black A1178170600
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. DT11-V266A63-AD-1
Ford Transit Connect Sliding Door Rear Left N/S Handle Bracket DT11V266A63AD
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7057493
BMW E60 Outer Weatherstrip Strip Rear Left Door N/S Chrome 7057493
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8257701
BMW X5 Series E53 Outer Weatherstrip Front Door Left High Gloss Glanzschwarz
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7380545-MG
Door Handle BMW F36 Carrier Support Rear Left N/S Door Mineral Grey B39 7380545
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7250384
BMW X3 F25 Window Guide Web Cover Rear Door Right Strip High Gloss 7250384
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7166752-LMB
BMW E82 E88 Boot Trunk Lid Tailgate Right Hinge Le Mans Blau Blue 381 7166752
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7111387-CAR
BMW E60 Trunk Boot Tailgate Hinge Rear Left N/S Carbonschwarz Black 416 7034245
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 5H4839902B
Volkswagen Golf CD1 Pillar Trim Moulding Cover Trim Rear Right O/S 5H4839902B
€28.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7906909
BMW E90 E91 M Sport Rear Left Window Finisher B-pillar N/S High Gloss Black
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7119207
BMW 3 Series E92 E93 Door Window Lifter Electric Left Drive Motor N/S 7119207
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7140731
BMW E91 E91N Outer Weatherstrip Rear Left Door N/S 51357140731
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7P0839249
Porsche Cayenne 92A Rear Door Check Strap Stopper Left Right N/O/S 7P0839249
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8E0831051J-BRR
Audi A4 B7 Front Door Left N/S Door Panel Cover Brilliant Red - Y3J
€284.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 7411831
Mini Cooper F60 Automatic Trunk Mechanism Soft-Close System 7411831
€85.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 0037012-WG
BMW 3 E93 M3 Convertible Sill Strip Side Skirt Right O/S White Gold
€284.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8V4833721C
Audi A3 8V Rear Inner Door Seal Gasket Rubber Left Right N/O/S 8V4833721C
€32.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 2E3853687
VW Volkswagen Crafter 2E Tailgate Emblem Lettering Rear Trunk Badge 2E3853687
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Part no. 8A61-A21982-AA
Ford Fiesta Mk7 Front Door Latch Striker 8A61A21982AA
€23.95
Free delivery: Mar 18 – 23
If paid before 14:00

Doors and trunk lids – original parts for your car
Used doors and tailgates for BMW, Audi, Mini, Volkswagen, Mercedes and others: the best quality at an attractive price
Doors, trunk lids, and tailgates are not only body parts that give a car an elegant appearance, but above all, components responsible for the safety and comfort of the vehicle. From the robust structure of the doors to the practical solutions associated with the trunk lids, each of these components must be fully functional for your vehicle to operate flawlessly. At the Global Parts automotive store, you'll find a wide selection of used car parts , including doors, trunk lids, and tailgates for brands such as BMW , Audi , Volkswagen , Mercedes , Mini , and others.
What components are included in the doors, trunk lids and tailgates?
Doors, trunk lids, and tailgates consist of many important parts that combine to ensure their functionality and durability. Key elements include:
- 2. Doors and door sheets – Key bodywork components that protect the vehicle interior and ensure comfort of use.
- Door handles – Responsible for opening and closing doors, available in various versions (mechanical, electric).
- Door seals – They protect the interior against water, noise and dust, improving the vehicle’s acoustic insulation.
- Sliding doors – Mainly used in vans and delivery vehicles, providing convenient entry and saving space.
- Gas springs, locks, hinges and other parts – They are responsible for the smooth operation of the doors, trunk lids and hood, ensuring convenient opening and closing.
- Strips, seals and fittings – They protect against water, dust and noise, while giving the elements an elegant appearance. Each of these components must be made of materials resistant to corrosion, mechanical damage and weather conditions.
Definitions and examples of door parts
A car door is a set of elements that includes not only the outer sheet metal, but also the seal (e.g. Audi A3 8P door seal), the handle (e.g. Renault Trafic rear door handle), the glass, the lifting mechanism and decorative elements such as strips . (e.g. Passat B6 door trim). For many models, full compatibility is essential – for example, the Audi A3 8L lower door trim only fits a specific generation of that model and will not be interchangeable with the newer 8P version.
Why is it worth taking care of doors, trunk lids and tailgates?
Regular maintenance and replacement of damaged door, trunk, and hatch components is key to maintaining the vehicle's aesthetics and functionality. Neglecting these parts can lead to:
- Difficulty opening and closing doors or trunk lids.
- Loss of seal, which may cause water or noise to enter the vehicle interior.
- Corrosion and structural weakening, which reduces the safety and value of the vehicle. At the Global Parts store we offer original used car parts , which allow for quick and effective repair of these elements.
Technical parameters and compatibility
Door and trunk fit is determined by technical parameters such as hinge spacing, mounting hole dimensions, and door handle mounting type . For example, the side doors in the Renault Trafic II (2001–2014) have different mountings than the post-2015 versions, even though they look similar. Meanwhile, in the Passat B6 (2005–2010), door trims come in different variants, depending on the body style (sedan/wagon). Therefore, you should always consider fit based on the VIN or manufacturer's specifications.
How to choose the right doors, trunk lids and tailgates?
When choosing doors, trunk lids and flaps, such as tailgates or locks, it is worth paying attention to:
- Vehicle-specific fit – Every car model has specific technical requirements. At Global Parts, you'll find doors, trunk lids, and tailgates that perfectly fit. for brands such as BMW , Audi , Volkswagen , Mercedes , Mini and others.
- Technical condition – Make sure components are free from corrosion, cracks and other damage.
- Finish and color – If you want a perfect visual match, choose elements in the appropriate color or opt for painting after purchase.
Table – Compatibility Examples
| Vehicle model | Part type | Production year range | Assembly notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A3 8L | Bottom door strip | 1996–2003 | Compatible with 8L version only |
| Audi A3 8P | Door seal | 2003–2012 | Different front/rear versions |
| Passat B6 | Door strip | 2005–2010 | The sedan and station wagon have different mountings. |
| Renault Trafic | Rear door handle | 2001–2014 | Fits van and passenger car versions |
Why choose used doors, trunk lids and tailgates?
Car parts Second-hand is a solution that allows you to save without compromising on quality. By choosing used doors, trunk lids, and tailgates, you gain:
- Lower costs – Used components are much cheaper than new ones, but offer equally high quality.
- Ecology – Choosing used car parts , you support recycling and reduce the amount of automotive waste.
- Wide selection – At Global Parts you will find doors and flaps for the most popular car brands, making it easy to find the right components.
How to take care of doors, trunk lids and tailgates?
To keep your vehicle's doors, trunk lids and tailgates working efficiently and looking good for a long time, remember a few rules:
- Wash and maintain these components regularly to protect them from corrosion and damage.
- Check the condition of seals to avoid leaks and noise from entering the vehicle.
- Replace damaged locks, hinges and gas struts to ensure full functionality. At Global Parts you will find the right car parts that will restore your vehicle's full functionality and aesthetics.
The exchange procedure in practice
Replacing a car door involves several steps: removing the old component and its hinges, relocating the electrical system (e.g., window and mirror controls), installing a new panel, and adjusting the fit. The entire process can take from 1 to 3 hours depending on the model. In the case of trunk lids, gas springs are also commonly replaced to ensure smooth opening.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions about car doors, trunk lids and tailgates
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is a trunk lid? | The tailgate is the rear cover of the bodywork that provides access to the luggage compartment. It is available in both upward-opening versions (hatchbacks, station wagons, and SUVs) and side-opening versions (e.g., in delivery vans). |
| What is a door seal for? | The door seal is responsible for the cabin's airtightness—insulating against water, dust, and noise. The Audi A3 8P featured different seal versions depending on the model year and body type. |
| What is the difference between a door sill strip and a door sill strip? | The door sill trim (e.g. Passat B6) protects and decorates the lower part of the door, while the door sill trim is attached to the sill and further strengthens the bodywork. |
| How long does it take to replace car doors? | The average time to replace a complete door is approximately 2 hours. In the case of sliding doors (e.g., Renault Trafic), the operation may take longer due to the guide mechanism. |
| How do I check door compatibility with my car? | The most reliable method is to verify the VIN. This helps avoid situations where doors from a similar model have different mounting points. |
| Can I buy doors from a different body version? | Partly yes – for example, the front doors in the Passat B6 sedan and station wagon are identical, but the rear doors are different. |
| Do doors and hatches need to be painted after purchase? | Not always. If you can find a part in the same color and paint code, painting isn't necessary. Otherwise, painting ensures a complete visual match. |
Summary: Doors, Trunk Lids and Flaps at the Global Parts Automotive Store
Doors, trunk lids, and tailgates are elements that combine aesthetics, functionality, and safety in your vehicle. By maintaining their technical condition, you ensure comfort and confidence on every journey. The Global Parts automotive store invites you to browse our wide selection of original used car parts . Whether you're looking for car parts for a BMW , Audi , Volkswagen , Mercedes , or Mini, you'll find them at competitive prices. We strive to ensure every customer finds the right parts for their car, and if you have any questions or concerns about selecting the right components, we're happy to help! Please contact us – we're here to help! For more information and interesting facts, visit our automotive blog .