VW Transporter T5 Side Panel Front Right O/S Wing Fender Reflex Silver - A7W

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

VW Transporter T5 Side Panel Front Right O/S Wing Fender Reflex Silver - A7W is an original Volkswagen body component, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. This used side panel ensures a factory-spec fit, maintaining the correct body geometry and visual consistency with the lines of the Transporter T5.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7H0821102E-RES
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7H0821102E
• Substitutable numbers: 7H0821102E, 7H0 821 102 E
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment

The presented item is a front right side wing panel, classified under the Front Fenders category, designed specifically for the VW Transporter T5. The construction, based on the original Volkswagen design, guarantees proper alignment with the hood, bumper, and door, which facilitates installation and the subsequent adjustment of panel gaps and body lines.

Placement in the front passenger-side zone allows for the precise replacement of a damaged fender without the need for interference with other structural components. Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, it is possible to achieve proper alignment with the headlight, cowl panel, and trim strips, if present in the vehicle's specific configuration.

Color and surface finish

The fender comes in the factory Reflex Silver Metallic A7W color, which in many cases allows for limiting bodywork to potential minor touch-ups and polishing. The metallic paint coating provides a characteristic, subtle gloss that blends well with the utility line of the Transporter T5.

The original surface finish promotes visual consistency across the entire side of the vehicle, and the appropriate paint structure makes it easier for a painter to match the shade and metallic effect when blending adjacent elements.

Technical characteristics and installation

As a body component prepared by the vehicle manufacturer, the fender is optimized for rigidity and compatibility with other body panels. Mounting holes, edges, and stampings are consistent with factory attachment points, which simplifies the work for the body technician and reduces adjustment time.

In practice, this means that:

• there is no need to modify mounting points on the body,
• it is easier to achieve even gaps between the hood, doors, and bumper,
• the correct line of stampings characteristic of the VW Transporter T5 is maintained.

The used nature of the part allows for an economical vehicle repair while maintaining original structural quality, which is particularly important for commercial vehicles used intensively in daily work.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing a damaged fender with an original Volkswagen component helps restore proper protection of the front wheel arch area against water, mud, and road debris. A correctly selected side panel also stabilizes the mounting of inner wheel arch liners and plastic components, which reduces noise and the risk of corrosion in the wheel area.

For body and paint shops, using an original fender means less fitting and filler work, and for the end user – a more predictable visual result and the preservation of the vehicle's value after repair.

Expanding your VW Transporter T5 body repair

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area of your Volkswagen and need other components from the same group, such as additional wheel arch panels, adjacent body sections, or compatible covers, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen Front Fenders category.

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