Audi A3 8Y Limousine Rear Window Glass Glazing Tinted AS3 8Y5845501A

Audi A3 8Y Limousine Rear Window Glass Glazing Tinted AS3 is an original glazing component from the Car Windows group, designed for installation in the rear part of the body. The AS3 tinted glass provides increased driving comfort by reducing interior heating and improving passenger privacy.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8Y5845501A
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8Y5845501A
• Substitutable numbers: 8Y5845501A, 8Y5 845 501 A
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and fitment

The offered rear window has been designed specifically for the Audi A3 8Y generation limousine, taking into account the body geometry and factory mounting points. This ensures proper fitment with the bodywork, seals, and trim strips, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of leaks.

Its placement in the rear of the vehicle means this component is important not only for visibility but also for the structural rigidity of the body. Using an original window allows for maintaining factory body performance parameters and proper compatibility with other glazing elements.

Characteristics of AS3 tinted glass

AS3 class tinted glass has been designed to increase vehicle comfort. This type of glazing limits the penetration of light and some solar radiation, which:

• reduces cabin heating on sunny days,
• improves visual comfort for passengers in the back seat,
• helps protect upholstery from excessive fading.

An additional advantage is increased privacy – the tinted rear window makes it difficult to see into the vehicle, which can provide practical visual security for items being transported.

Condition of the item and benefits of choosing a used part

The offered rear window is a used component, which allows for combining a reasonable purchase cost with the preservation of the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing an original piece of glazing from the secondary market is a beneficial solution for drivers who expect factory fitment and predictable performance parameters, while also wanting to optimize their repair budget.

A used rear window is also an environmentally friendly solution – reusing functional components limits waste and reduces the demand for the production of new glass elements.

Safety and functionality of the rear window

The rear window in the Audi A3 8Y Limousine plays an important role in terms of rear visibility and interaction with the rearview mirror. Properly selected glazing affects image clarity in various lighting conditions, which is important for driving safety. The window construction is adapted to work in the limousine body, taking into account operational loads and homologation requirements.

A properly selected rear window also promotes the correct operation of the wiper (if present in the vehicle configuration) and the water drainage system from the glass surface, which translates into stable visibility during precipitation.

Expansion and selection of other Audi windows

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body glazing area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as side windows, windshields, or additional glazing, check the available parts in the Audi Car Windows category.

More about the advantages of used parts

Choosing used body components, such as the rear window for the Audi A3 8Y Limousine, is often a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining original quality. If you want to learn more about the specifics of the secondary market, the differences between new and used components, and ways to safely select parts, it is worth reading our guide: Used car parts for Mini Cooper – a way for style and savings. Although it concerns a different brand, it discusses universal principles that can also be applied to the purchase of windows and other body elements.