Audi A3 8V Antenna Shark Fin Roof Aerial Antenna Scuba Blue Metallic - X5Q

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A3 8V Antenna Shark Fin Roof Aerial Antenna Scuba Blue Metallic is an original component from the Car antennas group, designed for installation in the rear part of the roof. It ensures aesthetic integration with the body line and stable operation of factory radio and telematics systems, maintaining stylistic consistency with the Scuba Blue Metallic – X5Q paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8V0035503AC-SCB
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V0035503AC
• Substitutable numbers: 8V0035503AL, 8V0 035 503 AL
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Scuba Blue Metallic - X5Q
• Category: Antennas

Purpose and function of the roof antenna

The presented shark fin antenna has been designed specifically for Audi A3 8V generation models as a rear roof zone component. Its task is to handle the vehicle's radio and communication signals while maintaining a compact, aerodynamic form that reduces air resistance and noise at higher speeds.

Thanks to its factory design, the antenna works with the vehicle's installation without the need for modifying wiring harnesses or the roof panel, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of leaks at the cable entry point.

Color scheme and body integration

The finish in Scuba Blue Metallic – X5Q allows for a consistent match with the factory Audi paint in this color. The metallic coating provides the characteristic depth of color and proper light reflection, ensuring the antenna does not visually stand out from the roof, but rather acts as its natural extension.

Such color matching is particularly important when replacing a damaged antenna – it allows you to avoid additional painting, thereby shortening repair time and reducing costs associated with paintwork.

Original origin and technical fitment

As an Audi brand component, the antenna maintains factory standards of workmanship, geometry, and mounting method. This means proper adhesion to the roof panel, correct sealing in the rear part of the vehicle, and compatibility with the mounting points provided by the manufacturer.

The product has a dedicated OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates compatibility verification via catalog identifiers and the VIN. This allows you to precisely select the antenna for a specific Audi A3 8V equipment version, reducing the risk of purchasing an incompatible part.

Product condition and service application

The item is offered as used, which is a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, replacement after mechanical damage, or restoring the vehicle to its original specification. A used OEM antenna allows you to maintain the factory character of the car while reducing costs compared to a new component.

Thanks to the retention of the original mounting design, the antenna can be used both in body and paint repairs and when replacing the element due to wear or failure, without the need for adapting other body parts.

Mounting zone and practical aspects

The placement of the antenna in the rear part of the roof, marked as Rear, ensures optimal operating conditions for radio and communication modules, while also limiting exposure to accidental damage during daily use. This location promotes uniform signal reception and maintains the clean roof line characteristic of the Audi A3 8V.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the roof zone in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional antennas, antenna bases, or mounting elements, check the available parts in the Audi car antennas category.

Support in part selection and additional information

When choosing a used roof antenna, it is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the color, part number, and body version to avoid problems with installation and aesthetics. When making a purchasing decision, guide materials regarding the used parts market – quality differences, cost-effectiveness, and compatibility verification methods – can be helpful.

For drivers who want to better understand when choosing a used component is economically and technically justified, an article discussing the comparison of different types of components will be useful – original, replacement, or used car parts. If you are interested in the broader context of using used parts in city and premium segment vehicles, it is worth reading the material describing how to combine style with savings – used car parts for Mini Cooper.