Volkswagen Golf Mk5 3Dr Front Door Window Glass AS2 Left N/S 1K3845201C

Volkswagen Golf Mk5 3Dr Front Door Window Glass AS2 Left N/S is an original component from the Car windows group, designed specifically for the 3-door body style. The AS2 grade glass ensures the appropriate level of light transmission and safety, maintaining a factory fit for the driver's door.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1K3845201C
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1K3845201C
• Substitutable numbers: 1K3845201C, 1K3 845 201 C
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Part type: Front Side Window
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and fitment

The presented window is dedicated to the front left door of the 3-door version of the fifth-generation Volkswagen Golf. Its placement in the front, driver's side zone guarantees a proper fit with the door frame, guides, and window regulator mechanism, without the need for modifications or forced adjustments. Thanks to a design compliant with the manufacturer's factory standards, the correct glass geometry is maintained, which translates into smooth operation within the guides, tightness against the seals, and proper interaction with the side mirror and A-pillar.

AS2 glass characteristics

Glass marked with the AS2 grade meets the requirements for light transmission and safety for side windows, ensuring comfortable visibility while protecting against excessive interior heating. This type of glass is designed to limit the risk of sharp edges in the event of damage, which is important for user safety. Selecting glass with the appropriate optical grade is important not only from the point of view of driving comfort but also for compliance with regulations and proper interaction with the mirror and body pillar, especially in city traffic and during maneuvers.

Benefits of using an original Volkswagen window

Choosing an original window for a Volkswagen translates into several practical advantages:

• factory fit for the shape of the door and the 3-door Golf Mk5 body,
• proper interaction with the window regulator mechanism and seals,
• maintenance of consistent aesthetics of the side body section,
• preservation of proper optical and safety parameters. As a result, replacing a damaged window with an original component allows for restoring the original functionality of the door and the comfort of daily vehicle operation.

Use in repairs and upgrades

This Volkswagen Golf Mk5 3Dr Front Door Window Glass AS2 Left N/S will work well both for standard repairs after mechanical damage and for comprehensive restoration of the side body section in a 3-door Golf Mk5. A used component allows for reducing repair costs while maintaining factory glass specifications, which is particularly beneficial in the case of older vehicles where a reasonable balance between quality and expenditure is important. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side glazing zone in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as side windows, door windows, or quarter glass, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen car windows category.

Used glass, economy, and ecology

Using a pre-owned window is a solution that combines an economic aspect with the reduction of new raw material consumption. In many cases, a component from dismantling, coming from a vehicle of the same make and generation, allows for restoring full door functionality without the need to invest in a new component. If you are interested in the broader context of using used body and glazing elements, as well as how they affect car maintenance costs and style, it is worth reading the article on our blog: Used car parts for Mini Cooper – a way for style and savings. For those who want to better understand the impact of dismantled parts on the environment and the household budget, we also recommend the material: Circular economy in your garage – how choosing used parts from dismantling really supports environmental protection and your wallet?.