Volkswagen VW Golf Mk5 Door Front Left N/S Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W

Listing details and visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

The offer applies to the bare door – without handle, window, lock, trims, or any other accessories.

There is an option to purchase a complete door for an additional fee of 80 GBP.

Volkswagen VW Golf Mk5 Door Front Left N/S Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation on the driver's side in the front part of the vehicle. Thanks to the factory paint in the Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W shade, it provides a consistent solution for vehicles in the same color, facilitating post-accident repairs or the replacement of worn-out body panels.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1K4831105G-RES
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1K4831105G
• Substitutable numbers: 1K4831105G, 1K4 831 105 G
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and fitment

These doors have been designed specifically for the Volkswagen Golf Mk5 model, taking into account the body geometry, character lines, and factory mounting points. The front, left-side positioning ensures compatibility with the driver's cabin structure, hinges, lock, as well as sill and pillar seals.

The original body construction guarantees proper fitment with the fender, hood, sill, and side window, which translates into correct closing, stability at higher speeds, and reduced wind noise. This solution is particularly important for post-collision repairs, where maintaining factory gaps and geometry is essential.

Color and paint layer

The doors are finished in Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W, one of the popular metallic silver paint shades used by the Volkswagen brand. This color selection often allows for limiting the scope of paint work to potential polishing or local color matching, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

The metallic paint coating provides an aesthetic, modern look to the body, blending well with moldings, bumpers, and other body elements in the same color. For users concerned about the visual consistency of the car, this is a practical solution when replacing a single component.

Structural characteristics

The doors belong to the Doors and door panels group, meaning they are a key element of the vehicle's side structure, responsible for passenger protection, body rigidity, and proper operation of the window and seals. The construction is prepared to work with factory hinges, the lock, the wiring harness, and internal equipment intended for this model.

Positioning on the vehicle as the front, left door allows for maintaining the ergonomics of entering the driver's cabin and compatibility with the dashboard, A-pillar, and side mirror. As a result, the component can be used both for post-accident repairs and for body restoration to restore the car's original appearance.

Practical application and installation

Due to their factory origin and fitment for a specific model, these doors are suitable for body and paint workshops, services specializing in the Volkswagen brand, as well as individual users performing vehicle repairs. The used nature of the component allows for cost optimization while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with the body.

Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the surface condition, prepare for any necessary paint work, and adjust to existing body elements. Properly installed doors restore the functionality of the entry zone, improve the aesthetics of the side body section, and allow for continued vehicle operation without compromising on usability.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body zone in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as door skins, frames, or reinforcements, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Doors and door panels category.

For users who are considering a wider range of vehicle work and want to better understand the differences between factory and modified components, the guide article Stock vs. sports suspension – differences in construction and is it worth buying used suspension parts? may be helpful, as it discusses the practical aspects of selecting used components and their impact on car operation.