Audi A3 8P Sportback Door Strip Front Right O/S Dolphin Grey X7Z 8P4853954A

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A3 8P Sportback Door Strip Front Right O/S Dolphin Grey X7Z is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the passenger side. It serves as a precisely fitted door edge cover that enhances the aesthetics of the side bodywork and helps protect the paint from minor operational damage.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8P4853954A-DGM
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8P4853954A-DGM
• Substitutable numbers: 8P4853954A-DGM, 8P4 853 954 A-
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Dolphin Grey Metallic - X7Z
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

The presented strip is dedicated to the front right door of the Audi A3 8P generation in the Sportback version. Its placement on the vehicle covers the side area on the passenger side, allowing for the restoration of the factory door line after a collision, corrosion, or previous bodywork repair. The original geometry of the component facilitates installation and ensures proper fitment with the door skin and adjacent panels.

Color and finish

The strip is finished in Dolphin Grey Metallic X7Z, characteristic of many Audi A3 8P configurations. The metallic paint coating ensures visual consistency with the factory body paint, and the well-matched shade of grey blends well with both light and dark styling elements of the vehicle. For paint shops, this means less surface preparation and, in many cases, the possibility of installation without the need for a full repaint.

Protective and aesthetic function

The door strip serves a dual role: on one hand, it acts as a decorative element that organizes the side line of the body, and on the other, it acts as an additional protective layer for the door edge. The properly shaped profile helps reduce the risk of minor dents and scratches occurring during daily vehicle use, e.g., in parking lots. As a result, this component supports maintaining the attractive appearance of the car and can positively influence its resale value.

Application in body and paint repairs

In the case of repairs to the side of the body, such as replacing the door skin or correcting sills and pillars, a properly selected door strip significantly facilitates the restoration of the factory body line. For service centers and workshops, this is a practical solution that allows for shorter assembly time and reduces the need for additional modifications. A used, original component from the Doors and door panels group often represents a favorable compromise between quality and repair cost.

Expanding the scope of repairs – related items

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Audi and need other components from the same group, such as door skins, reinforcements, or additional strips, check out the available parts in the Audi Doors and door panels category.

For users who want to consciously select used body parts and minimize the risk of a misguided purchase, a practical guide describing the verification of markings, assessment of visual condition, and selection by catalog numbers may be helpful – you can find it in the article Safe purchase of used car parts online – a step-by-step guide.