Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Glove Box Glovebox Dashboard Compartment Black 8K2857103B

Description

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

The Audi A4 B8 A5 8T Glove Box Glovebox Dashboard Compartment Black is an original dashboard component in black, designed for installation in premium Audi models. This factory-spec glove box ensures a consistent cockpit look, secure mounting, and convenient access to stored documents and accessories, while maintaining the characteristic aesthetics of the Audi interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8K2857103B
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8K2857103B
• Substitutable numbers: 8K2857103B, 8K2 857 103 B
• Part type: Complete Glove Box
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Application and compatibility with Audi models

The presented glove box is designed specifically for the dashboard of the Audi A4 B8 generation and the Audi A5 8T, offering precise fitment with factory mounting points. This means there is no need for modifications, drilling, or adjusting components – the construction is ready for installation in place of the original glove box.

This item belongs to the Glove boxes, doors, and locks category, which highlights its function as an integral part of the dashboard assembly, responsible for both ergonomics and interior aesthetics.

Construction, function, and ergonomics

The passenger glove box in this version is a complete compartment with a door, adapted for daily use in premium-class vehicles. The construction ensures:

• stable mounting within the dashboard structure,
• smooth opening and closing of the door,
• adequate capacity for vehicle documents and small accessories,
• black color scheme matched to the factory Audi interior finish.

Thanks to the factory design, the glove box maintains ergonomic access for the passenger, and the door line blends harmoniously with other cockpit elements, which is essential for post-accident repairs or restoring the vehicle to its original condition.

Condition, origin, and benefits of choosing OEM parts

The offered item comes from the Audi OE line, meaning it is a part compliant with the vehicle manufacturer’s factory standards. Choosing an original glove box instead of an aftermarket replacement allows you to maintain:

• consistency in texture and material color with other dashboard panels,
• proper geometry of mounts and clips,
• compatibility with factory trim elements in the passenger area.

The product is used, which in practice means an attractive price-to-quality ratio while retaining the original Audi construction. It is a good solution both for repairs after mechanical damage and for replacing a worn or cracked glove box.

Installation and service application

The glove box is prepared for direct installation in place of the factory component. For workshops and service centers specializing in the Audi brand, this means:

• predictable installation time thanks to factory mounting points,
• no need for dashboard adaptation,
• easier quality control of the performed repair.

For the end user, this translates into an aesthetic finish of the passenger area and the restoration of full glove box functionality after a collision, hinge damage, or door cracking.

Expanding your Audi interior upgrade

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

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