Volkswagen Golf Mk5 3Dr Quarter Panel Moulding Right O/S White 1K3853536AHR

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Volkswagen Golf Mk5 3Dr Quarter Panel Moulding Right O/S White in Candy White is an original body trim component designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle. As part of the Protective and decorative mouldings group, it provides an aesthetic finish to the body line and additional protection for the paint surface in the critical area of the rear quarter panel.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1K3853536A-CAN
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1K3853536A
• Substitutable numbers: 1K3853536A, 1K3 853 536 A
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Candy White - B9A / F9E
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and fitment

The presented moulding is a factory body component designed for the three-door version of the fifth-generation Volkswagen Golf, mounted on the right side of the vehicle. Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's specifications, the correct body lines are maintained, and the fitment with the rear quarter panel and adjacent panels is in line with factory standards.

Original mounting points and a profile tailored to the specific body version facilitate installation and allow for restoring the vehicle's factory appearance after bodywork repairs or the replacement of a damaged component.

Protective and aesthetic function

The moulding serves a dual purpose: on one hand, it acts as a decorative element that visually organizes the side line of the car, and on the other, it acts as an additional barrier against minor mechanical damage in the lower part of the rear quarter panel. The properly selected profile reduces the risk of scratches and minor dents in an area particularly exposed to contact with road debris.

The Candy White color (paint code B9A / F9E) allows for a consistent match with the factory body finish in this shade of white, which is essential for post-accident repairs and restoring the car's original look.

Characteristics of the used component

The moulding comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains its factory geometry and mounting method. Such components are often chosen for body repairs because they allow for maintaining compliance with the manufacturer's original specifications while optimizing service costs.

Using an original used moulding is particularly beneficial where proper fitment to the existing paint coating and maintaining the factory character of the side body finish is important.

Benefits of using the original moulding

• Factory shape and profile tailored to the 3-door Golf Mk5.
• Color consistency with Candy White paint in code B9A / F9E.
• Restoration of the factory side body line on the right side of the vehicle.
• Additional protection of the rear quarter panel surface against minor damage.
• Solution consistent with Volkswagen's design, facilitating installation and service.

Expanding the scope of repair and additional materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area in your Volkswagen and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional mouldings, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen protective and decorative mouldings category.

When planning broader service work, it is also worth checking out the guide on selecting used components, which discusses, among other things, design differences and criteria for assessing the condition of body and suspension elements – details can be found in the article Stock vs. sport suspension – design differences and is it worth buying used suspension parts?.