Audi A3 8P Rear Door Sill Cover Moulding Strip Trim Left N/S Condor Grey - Y7E

Audi A3 8P Rear Door Sill Cover Moulding Strip Trim Left N/S Condor Grey - Y7E is an original body component designed for the rear left sill area of the Audi A3 8P model. The moulding in Condor Grey Metallic allows for a visually consistent replacement or addition to the factory-fitted part, maintaining the vehicle's characteristic side body line. It is a practical solution for post-collision repairs, mechanical damage correction, or aesthetic vehicle restoration.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8P4853963A-CGR
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8P4853963A
• Substitutable numbers: 8P4853963A, 8P4 853 963 A
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Condor Grey Metallic - Y7E
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment for Audi A3 8P

The presented sill moulding has been designed specifically for the rear left body section of the Audi A3 8P generation. The precise edge profiling and factory mounting geometry allow for a perfect fit with the rear door and sill without the need for modifications. As a result, the component integrates well with the original body structure, facilitating installation and reducing the time required for alignment.

Condor Grey Metallic color – visual consistency of the bodywork

The moulding is finished in the Condor Grey Metallic – Y7E shade, characteristic of selected Audi A3 8P configurations. This allows for maintaining a uniform color scheme on the side of the body, which is particularly important during spot repairs when a single element is being replaced. The metallic coating fits well into the model's styling line, and the accurately matched shade simplifies the painter's work if additional color matching is required.

Characteristics of the used component

The moulding belongs to the Doors and door panels group and is a used component, which in practice means real savings while maintaining the manufacturer's original construction. Such components are frequently chosen for accident repairs when the priority is to maintain the factory shape and compatibility with other body parts. A used OEM element usually fits into the existing body structure better than cheaper replacements with simplified geometry.

Application in repairs and restoration of the sill area

Replacing the rear left door sill moulding is recommended, among other things, after mechanical damage, local corrosion, or during a comprehensive restoration of the side body section. A properly selected component:

• restores the correct line of the sill in the rear part of the vehicle,
• facilitates the correct setting of gaps between the door and the sill,
• reduces the risk of leaks and the accumulation of dirt in the lower door edge area.

Thanks to the preservation of factory geometry, the moulding works well with door seals and other side body components, which is important for both the aesthetics and durability of the repair.

Support with selection and expanding the scope of repair

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

When planning a wider range of body and paint work, it is also worth considering the choice of original dismantled parts as an alternative to the cheapest replacements – you can find more on this topic in the article Most popular repairs in Ford cars – why a used original is sometimes better than a cheap replacement.