Audi A4 B6 B7 Cabrio Glove Box Dashboard Storage Compartment Tray Box 8H2857035C

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

The Audi A4 B6 B7 Cabrio Glove Box Dashboard Storage Compartment Tray Box is an original interior component designed for installation in the passenger-side dashboard. It provides an organized space for small accessories, documents, and onboard equipment while maintaining a consistent, factory-look cabin. Thanks to a design compliant with the manufacturer's specifications, installation is predictable and fits the factory mounting points.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8H2857035C
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8H2857035C
• Substitutable numbers: 8H2857035C, 8H2 857 035 C
• Part type: Complete Glove Box
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and function in the Audi A4 B6/B7 Cabrio

The offered storage compartment is part of the Glove boxes, doors, and locks group, responsible for the secure storage of items in the front part of the cabin. The design, tailored to the dashboard of the Cabrio version, allows for maintaining the interior's stylistic lines and passenger ergonomics.

This component performs several important functional roles:

• provides a lockable space for vehicle documents and small accessories,
• protects contents from shifting during driving,
• maintains a consistent, factory look of the dashboard,
• allows convenient access to stored items from the passenger seat.

Construction and dashboard fitment

The storage compartment has been designed as an integral part of the Audi dashboard, with a properly shaped front and outline matched to the cockpit panels. Factory mounting geometry facilitates installation in place of the original component, without the need for interior structural modifications.

The solutions applied by the manufacturer ensure:

• stable seating within the dashboard structure,
• smooth opening and closing of the compartment lid,
• aesthetic fit with adjacent cockpit elements.

Characteristics of the used product

The offered storage compartment is a used item, sourced from dismantling. This means it may show signs of normal wear and tear, typical for parts installed in a vehicle's interior, while maintaining its structural functionality. For many users, this is a reasonable choice when repairing or restoring the factory look of the cabin, especially when consistency with original Audi equipment is a priority.

Replacing the storage compartment with an original used part allows you to:

• restore the proper operation of the opening mechanism,
• replace a missing or damaged dashboard element,
• maintain color and material consistency with other interior parts.

Benefits of using an original Audi storage compartment

Using an original storage compartment in the Audi A4 B6/B7 Cabrio is a solution that facilitates keeping the vehicle in a configuration close to the factory state. Proper fitment to the dashboard structure reduces the risk of unwanted play, rattles, or issues with the lid closing, which often occur with non-original parts.

The main advantages of such a solution include:

• preservation of the original passenger ergonomics,
• consistent cockpit appearance in line with the Audi design,
• easier identification and selection of parts thanks to manufacturer markings.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the storage compartment and passenger-side console area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as lids, locks, or additional storage modules, check the available parts in the Audi Glove boxes, doors, and locks category.

Additional technical support and part selection

When selecting interior elements, as with mechanical components, it is essential to ensure proper fitment based on manufacturer markings and the specific configuration of your vehicle. In situations where you are simultaneously carrying out service work on other vehicle systems, technical materials regarding diagnostics and part selection based on factory markings may be helpful – you can find them in the article Fuel system – injectors, pumps, and fuel tank: maintenance and regeneration, which discusses best practices for identifying and operating components.