Audi A3 8P Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Lid Top Brilliant Red - Y3J 8P0809907C

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. Audi A3 8P Fuel Filler Flap Cap Cover Lid Top Brilliant Red - Y3J is an original body component from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories group, designed for factory installation in the Audi A3 8P generation model. The red finish in the Brilliant Red - Y3J shade allows for maintaining color consistency of the bodywork after repair or replacement of a damaged flap.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8P0809907C-BRR
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8P0809907C
• Substitutable numbers: 8P0809907C, 8P0 809 907 C
• Color: Brilliant Red - Y3J
• Category: Fuel Flaps & Components

Purpose and function of the component

The presented fuel filler flap is a factory Audi body component responsible for covering the fuel filler neck and aesthetically closing the side line of the vehicle. As a part from the Fuel filler flaps and accessories category, it ensures proper protection of the refueling area against external contaminants and the influence of weather conditions. The element is prepared for installation in place of the factory flap, which facilitates restoring the original appearance of the vehicle after a collision, corrosion, or other mechanical damage in the area of the fuel filler.

Brilliant Red - Y3J color and visual fit

The flap is finished in the original body color Brilliant Red - Y3J, used in the Audi A3 8P. This makes it possible to maintain paint consistency without the need for additional painting, provided that the other body elements are in the same shade and in a comparable visual condition. Choosing a flap in exactly this color is particularly important for spot repairs, where a uniform shade and structure of the paint coating within one side of the vehicle are essential.

Characteristics of the original Audi part

As an Audi brand product, the fuel filler flap maintains factory geometry, mounting method, and compatibility with the stock hinges and opening mechanism used in the A3 8P. This means predictable fitment with the fender panel and proper cooperation with the fuel cap and the filler recess. Original manufacturing translates into stable seating in the bodywork, proper adherence to the body line, and maintenance of factory gaps between elements, which is important for both aesthetic and functional reasons.

Used condition and practical application

The item is offered in used condition, which represents a reasonable compromise between the cost of repair and maintaining original manufacturing quality. This type of part is particularly suitable for post-accident repairs, replacing a flap after vandalism, or during body restoration when factory fitment is a priority over purchasing a new component. Choosing a used flap in the original color allows for limiting the scope of body and paint work, shortening repair time and reducing its total cost, while maintaining the proper functionality of the fuel filler area.

Technical support and part selection

When selecting a fuel filler flap for the Audi A3 8P, it is crucial to pay attention to the body generation and color compatibility. In case of doubt, it is worth comparing the shape and mounting method with the currently installed element to avoid installation problems. For users interested in a broader context of the vehicle's fuel system operation, including the selection of components by factory numbers, the article describing the diagnostics and operation of the fuel system may be helpful: Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the fuel filler area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, hinges, or additional masking elements, check the available parts in the Audi fuel filler flaps and accessories category.