Audi TT 8J Door Wing Mirror Electric Right O/S Brilliant Red - Y3J 8J0857501A

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi TT 8J Door Wing Mirror Electric Right O/S Brilliant Red is an original, electrically operated body component designed for passenger-side installation. Thanks to its factory Audi design and precise manufacturing, it ensures a secure fit, correct geometry, and stable operation of the adjustment system, which directly impacts driving safety and comfort.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8J0857502A-BRR
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8J0857502A
• Substitutable numbers: 8J0857502A, 8J0 857 502 A
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Part type: Standard Mirror Assembly
• Color: Brilliant Red - Y3J
• Rim width: 8
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented mirror belongs to the Exterior mirrors group and has been designed specifically for the Audi TT 8J generation model as a component for the right side of the body. The electric control allows for convenient adjustment of the mirror position from inside the cabin, facilitating precise setting of the field of view both in city driving and at higher speeds.

The properly selected housing geometry and the angle of the mirror glass support the driver in monitoring blind spots and observing the lane next to the vehicle. The use of the original Audi design reduces the risk of vibrations at higher speeds and ensures a stable image in the mirror.

Color and visual fit

The mirror is finished in the factory Brilliant Red – Y3J color, characteristic of the sporty configurations of the Audi TT 8J. Thanks to this, the component harmoniously integrates with the body line, allowing for stylistic consistency without the need for additional painting, provided the vehicle has the same paint code.

The original paint shade also facilitates post-accident repairs and one-sided replacements – the right side of the body can be restored to a state consistent with the factory color specification, which is important both from the point of view of aesthetics and the potential resale of the vehicle.

Technical construction and performance features

The Audi TT 8J mirror has been constructed as an electrically adjustable module integrated with a housing matched to the door line. The use of original Audi solutions promotes:

• proper fitment with doors and seals,
• stable mounting on factory mounting points,
• correct cooperation with the vehicle's electrical system,
• maintaining the appropriate rigidity of the entire mirror assembly.

The used nature of the part means that the element comes from vehicle dismantling, which allows for maintaining the original Audi construction specification. For many users, this is a beneficial solution for post-accident repairs or replacing a damaged mirror with a component of factory origin.

Application in service, repairs, and tuning

Such an exterior mirror will work well both for standard post-collision repairs and for visually refreshing the right side of the body. It can be used in:

• body and paint repairs after side damage,
• replacing a component with a damaged electrical mechanism,
• light visual tuning projects while maintaining the original Audi styling.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side zone of your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as right and left mirror modules, complete housings, or mirror glass inserts, check the available parts in the Audi exterior mirrors category.

Substantive support and inspiration

When planning work related to replacing body components or light visual tuning, it is worth reaching for proven sources of knowledge regarding the use of parts from dismantling. Practical tips on combining technical aspects with aesthetics can be found in the article Emotions and design – visual and mechanical tuning of a Seat using components from dismantling, which shows how to consciously choose OEM components when modifying a car.