Door Entrance Strip Audi A3 S3 8V Front Right O/S Sill Illuminated 8V3947418

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Door Entrance Strip Audi A3 S3 8V Front Right O/S Sill Illuminated is an original interior trim component from the Claddings, decorative strips and trims group, designed for installation on the front passenger side. The illuminated sill enhances the cabin's aesthetics, makes entering the vehicle easier after dark, and helps maintain a consistent, factory-original look for the door sill area in your Audi.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8V3947418
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V3947418
• Substitutable numbers: 8V3947418, 8V3 947 418
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Trim

Purpose and vehicle placement

The door sill strip is designed for installation in the front right door, in the lower part of the door opening. It protects the painted sill from scratches caused by daily entry and exit, while also serving a decorative function thanks to its integrated illumination.

Precise fitment to the shape of the sill in Audi A3 / S3 8V models ensures stable mounting of the component and proper integration with factory mounting points and the lighting electrical system.

Construction and function of the illuminated door sill strip

The illuminated door sill strip combines several functional and aesthetic features:

• protection of the paint and sill edge against footwear scuffs,
• clear marking of the cabin entry edge after dark,
• visually consistent finish of the sill area in line with the Audi A3 / S3 8V design language,
• integration with the vehicle's interior lighting.

Thanks to its factory design, the component works with the original wiring harness, which facilitates installation and ensures uniform, even illumination.

Characteristics of the original Audi part

As an original Audi component from the trim group, the door sill strip is made of materials selected for resistance to abrasion, temperature changes, and typical operational stresses in the cabin entry area. Factory-grade fitment reduces the risk of looseness, rattles, or unsightly gaps between the strip and the sill.

The item comes from the secondary market (used condition), which allows you to combine the manufacturer's original specifications with a more favorable purchase cost compared to a new part. This is a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged strip, or refreshing the car's interior.

Benefits of installing the illuminated door sill strip

Using this door sill strip in an Audi A3 / S3 8V provides tangible benefits:

• aesthetic interior finish – maintaining the factory look of the sill area,
• better visibility of the cabin entrance after dark,
• protection of the paint and sill edge against mechanical damage,
• easier maintenance of cleanliness in the critical entry area,
• compatibility with the factory interior lighting system.

This solution is particularly recommended when replacing a damaged strip or upgrading an interior from a non-illuminated version to a variant with sill lighting.

Expanding the sill area in your Audi

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check out the available parts in the Audi claddings, decorative strips and trims category.

For drivers interested in a broader approach to servicing premium cars and optimizing costs while maintaining original components, it is worth checking out our guide: Luxury within reach – how to service a Porsche legend using proven used parts.