Volkswagen Golf Mk5 5Dr Front Door Strip Right O/S Black Pearl - C9Z 1K4853516C

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Volkswagen Golf Mk5 5Dr Front Door Strip Right O/S Black Pearl is an original body component from the Protective and decorative strips category, designed for installation on the front right door of the five-door version. The paint in the Black Magic Pearl - C9Z shade ensures color consistency with the factory body finish and facilitates the aesthetic replacement of a damaged strip.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1K4853516C-BLM
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1K4853516C
• Substitutable numbers: 1K4853516C, 1K4 853 516 C
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black Magic Pearl - C9Z
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and body fitment

The strip has been designed specifically for the front right door of the five-door Volkswagen Golf Mk5, ensuring a proper fit to the sheet metal contours and factory mounting points. Its placement on the side of the vehicle protects the lower part of the door from typical operational damage, such as minor parking dings or contact with road debris.

The original geometry of the component allows for installation without interfering with the door structure, while maintaining correct gaps and body lines. As a result, after replacing the strip, the bodywork regains its factory appearance, and the entire side profile of the vehicle remains visually consistent.

Black Magic Pearl - C9Z paint finish

The Black Magic Pearl - C9Z color is a characteristic pearlescent black used by the factory in Volkswagen models, which harmonizes well with the body lines of the Golf Mk5. The pearlescent paint structure provides color depth and improves light reflection, which positively influences the visual perception of the entire side of the vehicle.

Selecting a strip in the same paint code reduces the need for additional painting and facilitates the quick replacement of a damaged part. This is a practical solution for accident repairs or spot body restoration when maintaining color consistency without full door repainting is a priority.

Component characteristics and service application

The strip belongs to the Protective and decorative strips group, combining a protective function with an aesthetic finish for the side of the body. As an original Volkswagen part, it is structurally matched to the specific model and generation, which facilitates service work and reduces installation time.

The used product is suitable for both budget-friendly repairs and restoring the vehicle to a near-factory condition after minor collisions or parking damage. It is a sensible choice for users who want to maintain the original character of the car while controlling repair costs.

Benefits of using an original door strip

• Factory fitment for the front right door of the five-door Golf Mk5.
• Pearlescent finish in Black Magic Pearl - C9Z, consistent with factory paint.
• Combination of protective function and aesthetic finish for the side of the body.
• Suitable for use in accident and restoration repairs without modifying the door structure.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your Volkswagen and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check the available parts in the Volkswagen protective and decorative strips category.

For more extensive service work, it is also worth taking care of the suspension condition, which has a direct impact on ride comfort and body stability; you can find practical tips on diagnosing disturbing noises and optimizing repair costs in the article Suspension knocking? Discover a clever way to restore factory handling precision without spending a fortune at the service center.