Audi A3 8P Rear Door Sill Cover Moulding Strip Trim Right O/S Akoya Silver Y7H

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A3 8P Rear Door Sill Cover Moulding Strip Trim Right O/S Akoya Silver Y7H is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the rear right side of the vehicle. The moulding in Akoya Silver Metallic (Y7H) allows for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement of a damaged part, maintaining visual consistency with the factory Audi paintwork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8P4853964A-ASI
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8P4853964A
• Substitutable numbers: 8P4853964A, 8P4 853 964 A
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Akoya Silver Metallic - Y7H
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the door moulding

The presented moulding is dedicated to the rear right side of the Audi A3 8P generation body and belongs to the body component group known as Doors and door panels. Its purpose is to cover and finish the lower door area, as well as to maintain the proper side line of the vehicle after body repairs or component replacement.

The placement on the vehicle in the rear right section ensures a perfect fit for the specific door segment, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications. As a result, the moulding can be used both for post-accident repairs and for replacing worn or corroded trim elements.

Akoya Silver Metallic Y7H color and visual fit

The moulding is factory-finished in the Akoya Silver Metallic – Y7H shade, used in Audi models. This allows for color consistency with other body parts without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle has the same paint code.

Selecting the correct color is important not only for aesthetic reasons but also for practical ones – it reduces repair time and costs associated with surface preparation and painting. For professional body shops, this enables faster order completion, and for individual users, it allows for simpler installation while maintaining a factory look.

Technical characteristics and installation

The moulding has been designed as a component matched to the geometry of the Audi A3 8P door in the rear right section. The appropriate profile and shape allow for proper adhesion to the door skin, which affects sealing, vibration reduction, and proper water drainage from the side surface.

As a part from the Doors and door panels group, the moulding works in conjunction with other door structure elements, such as the skin, seals, or mounts. With proper installation, it is possible to restore the factory body line, which is significant both for post-accident repairs and vehicle restoration.

Used condition and application in repairs

The item is offered in used condition, making it an attractive solution for workshops and users looking for an economical alternative to new parts. A used door moulding allows for reduced repair costs while maintaining the original origin of the component.

This solution is particularly beneficial for repairs of older Audi A3 8P models, where the priority is functionality, proper fit, and color compatibility, while simultaneously controlling the budget allocated for body parts.

Expanding repairs within Audi doors

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as skins, reinforcements, or additional mouldings, check out the available parts in the Audi Doors and door panels category.

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