Audi A1 8X Wing Mirror Electric Outside Door Left N/S Scuba Blue Metallic - X5Q

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A1 8X Wing Mirror Electric Outside Door Left N/S Scuba Blue Metallic is an original body component designed for precise installation on the driver's side. Thanks to its factory design and electric control, it ensures convenient adjustment of the field of view and a consistent look with the body line in the Scuba Blue Metallic – X5Q shade. This used component allows for an economical yet technically correct vehicle repair without compromising on fitment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8X2857409K-SCB
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8X2857409K
• Substitutable numbers: 8X2857409K, 8X2 857 409 K
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Scuba Blue Metallic - X5Q
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Technical characteristics and purpose

The presented mirror belongs to the Wing Mirrors category and is dedicated to installation on the left side of the Audi A1 8X generation body. The design provides for electric adjustment of the mirror glass, which allows for precise angle adjustment from the cabin. Using an original Audi solution guarantees proper fitment with the door, correct housing geometry, and compatibility with factory mounting points.

The Scuba Blue Metallic – X5Q color allows for maintaining visual consistency with the body paint in the same code, which reduces the need for additional paint work or simplifies it. The mirror is prepared to work in the standard electrical system of the Audi A1 8X, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of wiring compatibility issues.

Function in the vehicle and benefits of installation

The driver's side wing mirror plays a key role in monitoring the situation in the adjacent lane and during parking maneuvers. The electric version allows for:

• accurate adjustment of the mirror position without the need to lean out of the seat,
• repeatable positioning after a driver change,
• maintaining proper visibility in various road conditions.

The original Audi mirror from this series ensures correct reflection geometry and positional stability, which translates into driving comfort and safety during lane changes and reversing. The used component allows you to restore full functionality of the mirror system after mechanical damage or a collision, without the need to invest in a new sub-assembly.

Scuba Blue Metallic – X5Q color scheme

The finish in Scuba Blue Metallic – X5Q is important from the point of view of body aesthetics. Using the correct paint code:

• facilitates matching to the vehicle's existing paint,
• reduces shade differences between the mirror and the door,
• allows for maintaining a consistent, factory look of the side part of the body.

For users who care about the visual side of the vehicle, this is a practical solution, especially when replacing a single element after damage.

Used condition and practical aspects

The mirror comes from the secondary market, which allows for reducing repair costs while maintaining the original Audi design. The used component is a good choice in situations where the priority is technical correctness of installation, compatibility with factory mounts, and maintaining the original vehicle styling. Choosing such a solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs, where more than one door panel element is being replaced.

If you want to learn more about the specifics of the second-hand parts market and make informed choices when selecting body parts, it is worth checking out the guide Used parts – Your guide to the best offers in the automotive store, which discusses the practical aspects of purchasing and using used sub-assemblies.

Expansion and selection of other Audi mirrors

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or complete adjustment sets, check out the available parts in the Audi Wing Mirrors category.