Volkswagen Passat B8 Rear Door Trim Strip Moulding Right O/S Pure White - C9A

Volkswagen Passat B8 Rear Door Trim Strip Moulding Right O/S Pure White - C9A is an original body component designed for the right side of the vehicle's rear section. This factory-made protective and decorative moulding helps maintain a consistent look for the side body line while providing practical protection for the door edge. Thanks to its precise fit for the Passat B8, installation is straightforward, and the visual effect remains in line with the manufacturer's standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3G0853778-PWH
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3G0853778
• Substitutable numbers: 3G0853778, 3G0 853 778
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Pure White - C9A
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and body fitment

The presented moulding is designed specifically for the rear right side of the Volkswagen Passat B8 body. This ensures the correct geometry relative to the door contours, window lines, and other side components. Factory fitment reduces the risk of leaks, tension, or unsightly gaps that may occur with universal parts.

The element belongs to the Protective and decorative mouldings group, responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower and middle door zones, as well as providing additional protection against minor mechanical damage, such as parking scrapes or contact with road debris.

Color and integration with Pure White C9A paint

The moulding is finished in Pure White C9A, allowing for a seamless match with the factory body paint in this shade. Eliminating the need for additional painting shortens repair time and makes it easier to restore a uniform side body surface. For Passat B8 owners with this color, it is a practical solution when replacing a damaged part after a collision or localized damage.

A properly matched shade affects not only the appearance but also the maintenance of the vehicle's visual value, which is important for future resale or when assessing the car's condition at a service center or during insurance inspections.

Performance characteristics and installation

As an original protective and decorative moulding for the Passat B8, the component is adapted for installation at factory mounting points on the rear right side of the vehicle. The design provided by the manufacturer facilitates correct seating of the moulding relative to the door edge, which translates into stability during operation and resistance to typical loads resulting from daily use.

Using an original moulding from this group of parts allows for maintaining the stylistic consistency of the entire side of the body, especially when the other mouldings remain factory-fitted. This is crucial in post-accident repairs, where both correct geometry and visual continuity of the body lines are essential.

Practical application and benefits of choosing OEM parts

Choosing this moulding as a replacement for a damaged part is beneficial wherever the priority is to maintain the original look of the Volkswagen Passat B8. The part from the Protective and decorative mouldings group helps reduce the visibility of previous repairs while improving protection for the door edge against further damage.

For body shops and individual users, using an original moulding means predictable installation, no need to adjust universal profiles, and easier maintenance of a high standard of body finish.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area on your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional mouldings, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen protective and decorative mouldings category.

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