Audi A3 8P Rear Door Sill Cover Moulding Strip Trim Right O/S Dolphin Grey X7Z

The Right Rear Door Sill Strip for Audi A3 8P in Dolphin Grey Metallic X7Z is an original body trim element designed for installation on the right side of the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to its factory fit for the Audi A3 8P model and the correct Dolphin Grey Metallic shade, this strip allows for an aesthetic and technically sound repair of the sill area. It is a practical solution for users who want to restore the cohesive appearance of the vehicle's side body after mechanical damage or corrosion.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8P4853964A-DGM
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8P4853964A
• Substitutable numbers: 8P4853964A, 8P4 853 964 A
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Dolphin Grey Metallic - X7Z
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and Fit for Audi A3 8P

The offered sill strip is factory-designed for the rear, right side of the Audi A3 8P generation body. This means maintaining the correct geometry, mounting points, and edge profile, which facilitates installation and minimizes the need for additional bodywork modifications. The element belongs to the Doors and Door Panels group, ensuring compatibility with the original door structure and adjacent body panels.

Dolphin Grey Metallic X7Z Color and Body Aesthetics

The finish in the Dolphin Grey Metallic X7Z shade allows for visual consistency with the factory body paint in this color. For users who wish to avoid repainting larger areas, using a strip in the correct shade limits the scope of painting work and makes it easier to achieve a uniform effect. The metallic paint structure complements the side profile of the Audi A3 8P, highlighting the characteristic shape of the sill and the lower part of the door.

Protective and Functional Role of the Sill Strip

The right rear door sill strip serves not only an aesthetic but also a practical function. It helps to mitigate minor damage to the sill edges and the lower part of the doors resulting from daily vehicle use, such as:

• scuffs during passenger entry and exit from the rear,
• minor impacts from stones and debris from the wheels,
• local mechanical damage in the sill area.

By retaining its original shape and mounting method, the strip works in conjunction with the factory seals and other body elements, promoting stable fitting and proper door function in the long term.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The offered component is an original, used Audi part, which means it retains the factory dimensional and material specifications. In practice, this translates to a better fit than many aftermarket replacements and the possibility of installing it in place of a damaged strip without altering the body structure. The used nature of the part makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining compliance with the factory manufacturing standard.

Audi Doors and Door Panels – Sill Area Repair and Expansion

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

For users interested in a broader approach to vehicle maintenance and the use of proven salvaged parts, practical tips on working with electronics and control modules can be found in the article Years of Driving Pleasure – How to Care for iDrive Systems and Electronic Modules in BMW 3 and 5 Series Models.