Volkswagen Golf Mk5 GTI 5D Front Seat Heated Leather Cloth Black Left N/S

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Volkswagen Golf Mk5 GTI 5D Front Seat Heated Leather Cloth Black Left N/S is an original interior component that combines a sporty character with everyday driving comfort. The black leather upholstery ensures an aesthetic look and ease of maintenance, while the integrated seat heating improves comfort in colder conditions. It is a practical solution for drivers who want to maintain the stylistic consistency of the GTI interior while restoring the factory functionality of the seat.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1K3881805TE-2
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1K3881805TE
• Substitutable numbers: 1K3881805TE, 1K3 881 805 TE
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Application and fitment for Volkswagen Golf Mk5 GTI

The presented seat is designed as a front row component for the left side in the 5-door Volkswagen Golf Mk5 GTI model. The design of the seat base and backrest is tailored to the ergonomics of this model, which allows for maintaining the correct driving position, proper lateral support, and visual consistency with other cabin elements.

Thanks to the factory mounting geometry, the seat is intended for installation in the original mounting points on the vehicle floor, without the need for any modifications to the body structure. This facilitates the replacement of a damaged or worn seat with a component featuring specifications consistent with the GTI version equipment.

Construction, material, and user comfort

The upholstery made of black leather provides a durable working surface, resistant to typical operational loads in daily driving. The leather finish helps keep the interior clean while emphasizing the sporty character of the GTI version. The material used works well with the factory heating system, allowing for even heat distribution across the seat base and backrest surface.

The seat profiling promotes stable body support during driving, which is particularly important in cars with more dynamic characteristics. Integrated heating increases thermal comfort during the autumn and winter seasons, improving the driver's conditions and reducing the need for prolonged interior heating using only the ventilation system.

Benefits of installing a used OEM seat

Choosing an original seat from the Seats and Benches category in a used condition allows you to maintain stylistic and functional compliance with the factory configuration of the Volkswagen Golf Mk5 GTI, while reducing costs compared to new parts. You receive a component designed specifically for this model, with the correct seat shape, backrest, and range of adjustment provided by the manufacturer.

A used OEM seat is also an opportunity to restore full interior functionality after a collision, mechanical damage, or upholstery wear, without the need for universal solutions with uncertain fitment. Maintaining the original seat construction is important both for ergonomics and for proper interaction with the vehicle's safety systems.

Purpose, installation, and interior integration

The seat is intended for installation in the front left position, replacing the factory driver's seat. The construction is compatible with the interior layout of the Golf Mk5 GTI 5D, which facilitates integration with the existing rear seat upholstery, door panels, and dashboard. The black leather color allows for maintaining a consistent cabin color scheme without the need for additional visual modifications.

Due to the integrated heating, the seat is designed to work with the electrical system of a vehicle equipped with a seat heating function. During replacement, it is recommended to follow the installation procedures provided for this model, including proper wiring harness connection and checking the heating function after installation.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the seating area in your Volkswagen and need other items from the same group, such as front passenger seats, rear benches, or additional seats, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Seats and Benches category.

More about interior tuning and the use of used seats

If you are considering a wider cabin upgrade for your car and want to better understand how used seats can improve ergonomics and interior appearance, read the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, where you will find practical tips on selecting seats and other equipment components.