The Audi S8 D3 auto-dimming rearview mirror is an original interior accessory for the rear of the cabin, designed for drivers who expect comfort, functionality, and styling consistency with the factory equipment. The gray finish blends harmoniously with the elegant Audi interior design, providing an aesthetically pleasing and technically sound replacement for a worn or damaged mirror.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: RHD-4E2857511B
- Mark: Audi
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 4E2857511B
- Substitutable numbers: 4E2857511B, 4E2 857 511 B
- Location on the vehicle: Rear
- Color: Grey
- Category: Rear View Mirrors
Characteristics and purpose of the Audi S8 D3 rearview mirror
The auto-dimming rearview mirror for the Audi S8 D3 is designed to improve driving comfort and safety, especially after dark. The automatic dimming feature reduces glare from following headlights, resulting in more stable driving and reduced eye strain on longer journeys.
Its rear-view mirror placement allows it to work seamlessly with the Audi's factory interior geometry, ensuring proper field of vision and predictable performance in everyday use. The product is categorized as a rearview mirror, ensuring its focus is on observing the area behind the vehicle, not on decorative elements.
Appearance and fit to the interior
The gray housing aesthetically complements the light and subdued interior of the Audi S8 D3. The neutral color blends well with the dashboard, headliner, and pillars, ensuring the mirror doesn't dominate the visual appearance but creates a cohesive, uncluttered cockpit.
The original design of the mirror ensures:
- Fits the factory mount – no need to modify the handle or glass,
- Maintaining the factory line of sight – the driver receives a view similar to the original configuration of the car,
- stylistic consistency with other Audi interior elements.
Auto-dimming functionality
The photochromatic rearview mirror reacts to the intense light from vehicles behind you, automatically reducing glare. This allows:
- the readability of the image in the mirror improves when driving at night,
- the risk of momentarily blinding the driver is reduced,
- Driving comfort on highways and expressways becomes significantly higher.
Automatic dimming operates smoothly and predictably, without the need for manual adjustments, allowing the driver to focus on driving.
Used condition and the benefits of choosing an original item
The mirror offered is in used condition, representing a reasonable compromise between cost and quality. Its originality is guaranteed by:
- compliance with Audi factory standards in terms of design and finish,
- predictable behavior in everyday use,
- easier installation compared to universal replacements.
Choosing a used, original rearview mirror is especially beneficial when it comes to accident repairs, interior renovations, or restoring your car to near-factory condition without breaking the bank.
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More about used body parts
When planning to replace a mirror or other exterior and interior components, it's worth understanding the benefits of using salvage parts. Practical tips on selecting and evaluating such components can be found in the article: Replacing Body Parts with Used Salvage Parts , which shows how to wisely combine cost savings with attention to the appearance and functionality of your car.
