Audi A3 S3 8V Glove Box Storage Compartment Glovebox Black 8V2898035

The Audi A3 / S3 8V passenger side glove compartment in black is an original interior component from Audi, designed for factory installation in 8V series models. It is a practical, aesthetically pleasing, and functional compartment that allows for the restoration of a cohesive dashboard appearance and provides a convenient space for storing documents and small accessories.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8V2857103
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V2857103
• Substitutable numbers: 8V2857103, 8V2 857 103
• Part type: Complete Glove Box
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and Function in Audi A3 / S3 8V

The presented component belongs to the Compartments, Doors, and Locks group and is a complete front passenger glove compartment (glovebox) installed in the dashboard of Audi A3 and S3 generation 8V models. The construction is designed by the vehicle manufacturer, ensuring it maintains the factory cockpit lines, proper fit with adjacent panels, and compatibility with standard mounting points.

The black front finish allows for harmonious integration with most interior configurations, without the need for additional modifications or painting. The compartment provides easy access to stored items, and its shape is optimized for ergonomic use in daily operation.

Construction and Usability Features

The Audi A3 / S3 8V passenger side glove compartment is made as a rigid module integrated with the door, facilitating installation and removal in the vehicle. The construction includes:

• a stable housing adapted to the factory mounting points in the dashboard,
• a downward-opening door for convenient access to the interior,
• a front surface matched in texture and color to the original cockpit elements.

By using an original module, the correct closing geometry is maintained, reducing the risk of creaks, looseness, or improper closure. This is particularly important in vehicles where the interior is intended to remain consistent with the factory specification.

Benefits of Using an Original Glove Compartment

Choosing an original glove compartment from the Compartments, Doors, and Locks group for your Audi offers a range of practical advantages:

• Factory Fit – maintains the correct shape, mounting points, and contact lines with the dashboard.
• Cohesive Interior Aesthetics – the black front of the compartment complements the standard cockpit finish in A3 / S3 8V models.
• Restored Functionality – brings back the full usability of the space for documents, owner's manuals, and small accessories.
• Solution Aligned with Manufacturer's Design – eliminates the need for adapting universal replacements or modifying the dashboard.

Condition and Service Application

The component is from a disassembly and is offered as used, allowing for economical interior repair while maintaining original quality of workmanship. This type of glove compartment is particularly suitable for situations where the existing component has suffered mechanical damage, wear and tear, or was replaced after a collision.

Thanks to its original construction, installation is similar to the manufacturer's service procedures, making it easier for workshops specializing in the Audi brand and for individuals performing self-service on their vehicles.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the glove compartment area and the central part of the dashboard in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional compartments, doors, or locks, check the available parts in the Audi Compartments, Doors, and Locks category.

If you are also considering using premium used components in other luxury vehicles and want to learn more about the specifics of original parts from disassembly, the article Used Parts for Mercedes – Original Components from Disassembly may be helpful.