Audi A3 8V Front Door Card Arm Rest Armrest Trim Panel Left N/S 8V4867173B

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A3 8V Front Door Card Arm Rest Armrest Trim Panel Left N/S is an original interior trim component from the Door upholstery group, designed for installation on the driver's side of the Audi A3 8V generation. The product allows for an aesthetic and functional replacement of a worn or damaged door card section, restoring a consistent appearance and comfort of use for the driver's side door.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8V4867173B-1
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V4867173B
• Substitutable numbers: 8V4867173B, 8V4 867 173 B
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Part type: Door Panel
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented armrest is a component designed for the front, left side of the vehicle, i.e., the driver's door in the Audi A3 8V. Thanks to its factory origin from the Audi line, it maintains the correct shapes, mounting points, and geometry, which translates into secure seating in the door structure and proper alignment with other upholstery elements.

Such fitment is particularly important when replacing a door card section – the correct profile of the armrest eliminates material stress, squeaking, and unsightly gaps, while simultaneously allowing the original character of the interior to be maintained.

Construction and functional features

The armrest is an integral part of the door card, responsible for comfortable forearm support for the driver and ergonomic hand positioning while driving. The design has been engineered to:

• provide stable support in typical driving positions,
• maintain the consistency of the door panel's stylistic line,
• enable proper integration with other door upholstery elements.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory shape and dimensions, replacing this element does not require interference with the door structure or modification of the mounts, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of future looseness.

Product characteristics and condition

The element comes from the original Audi brand production line, which means compliance with factory manufacturing and design standards. As a used aftermarket part, it is intended for users who want to restore the functionality and aesthetics of the door while maintaining a reasonable cost level and avoiding the fitment issues typical of low-quality replacements.

Choosing original used door upholstery allows for maintaining consistency in texture, lines, and geometry with other interior elements, which is particularly important in the case of local repairs involving only one side of the vehicle.

Benefits of use in the Audi A3 8V

Using this armrest in the Audi A3 8V on the driver's side brings a number of practical benefits:

• Restoration of driving comfort – stable arm support reduces fatigue during longer trips.
• Consistent interior look – the original element blends better with the dashboard and other door cards.
• Hassle-free installation – factory mounting points facilitate installation without additional modifications.
• Reasonable cost-to-quality compromise – a used OEM part allows you to avoid the typical inaccuracies of cheap replacements.

Expanding door zone upgrades

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as upholstery panels, decorative inserts, or additional handles, check out the available parts in the Audi door upholstery category.

To better plan your repair strategy and make informed choices between used and refurbished parts in other vehicle systems, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips – a detailed discussion can be found in the article Manual transmission failures in cars – why is an original used part a more reasonable choice than refurbishment?.