Audi A3 8P Door Wing Mirror View Left N/S Dolphin Grey X7Z

Audi A3 8P Door Wing Mirror View Left N/S Dolphin Grey X7Z is an original body component designed for the precise replacement of the factory passenger-side mirror. By maintaining the manufacturer's specifications, it ensures a correct field of view, stylistic consistency with the bodywork, and seamless integration with the door. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for accident repairs and routine maintenance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8P2858531K-DGM
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8P2858531K-DGM
• Substitutable numbers: 8P2858531K-DGM, 8P2 858 531 K-
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Dolphin Grey Metallic - X7Z
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for Audi A3 8P

The presented mirror is designed for the left side of the vehicle, which is the passenger side for right-hand drive cars. The construction corresponds to the factory solution used in the Audi A3 8P generation, which facilitates installation in place of the damaged part without the need for bodywork modifications or adjustments to the mounts.

The original geometry of the housing and the mirror glass allows for maintaining proper viewing angles and ergonomics, which is important for both safety and driving comfort in city traffic and on the road.

Dolphin Grey Metallic X7Z color and body aesthetics

The mirror is finished in the factory Dolphin Grey Metallic X7Z color, characteristic of many Audi A3 8P configurations. Thanks to this, the element harmoniously fits into the body line, reducing the need for additional painting during repairs, provided the vehicle has the same paint code.

The metallic coating ensures consistency with other body panels, and the properly selected shade of grey helps maintain a uniform appearance of the vehicle after replacing the mirror, which is important both for daily use and for the potential resale of the car.

Construction and function of the exterior mirror

As an item in the Exterior mirrors category, this component is responsible for the correct observation of the side and rear zones of the vehicle. The mirror body has been designed to:

• ensure stable mounting to the left-side door,
• maintain the correct position of the mirror glass relative to the driver,
• reduce vibrations at higher speeds,
• protect the mirror insert from the influence of weather conditions.

Such a solution allows for maintaining functionality in accordance with Audi's factory assumptions, which translates into predictable vehicle behavior in traffic and compliance with visibility regulation requirements.

Characteristics of the used OEM element

The offered mirror is a used original part, which means it comes from disassembly and retains the manufacturer's factory specifications. Such components are often chosen for repairs when the priority is a combination of proper fit, reasonable costs, and maintaining the original appearance of the vehicle.

Compared to low-budget replacements, the original exterior mirror usually fits better into the door line, has properly selected housing geometry, and ensures more stable operation in the long term.

Side zone expansion and related elements

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

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