Volkswagen VW New Beetle 5C Rear Side Window Glass Right O/S AS2 5C3845042F

Volkswagen VW New Beetle 5C Rear Side Window Glass Right O/S is an original component from the Car windows category, designed for installation on the passenger side. The AS2 green tint ensures comfortable light transmission, improving driving ergonomics and the exterior aesthetics of your Volkswagen.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5C3845042F
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5C3845042F
• Substitutable numbers: 5C3845042F, 5C3 845 042 F
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Green
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and fitment

The offered Volkswagen VW New Beetle 5C Rear Side Window Glass Right O/S has been designed specifically for the Volkswagen New Beetle model, taking into account the factory body curves and the characteristic side line. This ensures proper adhesion to the seal, correct guidance along the frame, and tightness within the rear body section.

Placement in the rear passenger-side zone allows for precise replacement of a damaged window without interfering with other body components. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs and for the restoration of the side body section in vehicles used on a daily basis.

Glass characteristics and functional properties

The AS2 green-tinted glass provides a balanced level of light transmission, which translates into better thermal and optical comfort inside the vehicle. This type of window limits excessive cabin heating while not impairing visibility for rear passengers.

Thanks to the factory profile and appropriately selected thickness, the window works with original seals and mounting elements. This allows for maintaining the proper rigidity of the side body section and minimizes the risk of creaking, vibrations, or leaks during operation.

Condition of the item and benefits of choosing a used part

The presented Volkswagen VW New Beetle 5C Rear Side Window Glass Right O/S is a used item, which means it comes from vehicle dismantling but retains full functionality in terms of installation and operation. In practice, this allows for an economical repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Choosing an original window from the secondary market is a solution that is beneficial both cost-wise and technically – you retain the factory glass parameters, body fitment, and visual consistency with the other windows. If you want to better understand why used OEM components are becoming an increasingly popular choice, it is worth reading the article: Crisis in the new parts market? Why used originals for premium cars are the hottest trend in 2026.

Safety and function in the body structure

The rear side window in the Volkswagen New Beetle plays an important role in protecting passengers and stiffening the side of the body. A properly selected and installed component helps maintain cabin tightness, reduces wind noise, and affects vehicle stability at higher speeds.

Replacing a damaged window with an original component from the same group allows for restoring factory passive safety parameters and acoustic comfort. This is especially important in the case of cars used intensively, where every body element has an impact on the overall structural rigidity.

Expansion and other elements from the glass group

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 door windows, additional side windows, or other rear side windows, check the available parts in the Volkswagen car windows category.