Audi A3 8P Quattro Glove Box Storage Compartment Assembly 8P2857035F

Description

Audi A3 8P Quattro Glove Box Storage Compartment Assembly is an original Audi interior component designed for installation on the passenger side in models with quattro all-wheel drive. It ensures a factory fit, a consistent dashboard appearance, and convenient, secure storage for small items in the cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8P2857035F
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8P2857035F
• Substitutable numbers: 8P2857035F, 8P2 857 035 F
• Part type: Complete Glove Box
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The complete passenger glove box housing for the Audi A3 8P generation in the quattro version is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lower part of the dashboard and practical organization of the space in front of the passenger. This component integrates with factory mounting points and the cockpit’s styling line, ensuring that the original geometry and ergonomics of the interior are maintained after installation.

As part of the Storage compartments, doors, and locks group, this component works with the lid opening and closing mechanism, ensuring secure closure and stable operation of the door during daily use.

Construction and fitment for Audi A3 8P Quattro

The offered glove box is a factory Audi component, which translates into precise fitment with the dashboard and other interior panels. The construction was designed specifically for the cabin geometry of the Audi A3 8P with quattro drive, ensuring that:

• mounting holes align with the original attachment points in the vehicle,
• the edge line of the glove box matches adjacent dashboard elements,
• the opening mechanism works with the factory lock and hinges.

Such fitment facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of unwanted play, squeaks, or unevenness at the contact points with other panels.

Characteristics of the used component

The glove box comes from a used vehicle, meaning it is a pre-owned part that retains the original construction and functionality intended by the manufacturer. For many Audi users, this represents a favorable compromise between OEM quality and purchase cost compared to new components. A used component also allows for maintaining color consistency and plastic texture with other interior elements that have also been in service.

Application in repairs and interior upgrades

The Audi A3 8P Quattro Glove Box Storage Compartment Assembly is suitable both for typical replacement of a damaged part and for comprehensive cockpit restoration, e.g., after a collision, removal of additional installations, or wear of the opening mechanism. Thanks to its original design, it can be used in:

• post-accident dashboard repairs,
• restoring the factory look of the interior after modifications,
• replacing a missing or faulty glove box in the passenger area.

This solution allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the cabin and improve the comfort of daily vehicle operation.

Related Audi interior components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the dashboard area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional storage compartments, doors, or locks, check the available parts in the Audi storage compartments, doors, and locks category.

If you want to better plan your purchases and learn practical tips on selecting original, used components for popular models, check out our guide: Best used car parts – a guide to the most frequently chosen original parts.