Audi A4 B7 Door Lower Strip Moulding Rear Left N/S Emotion Red - S3H 8E0853969D

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A4 B7 Door Lower Strip Moulding Rear Left N/S Emotion Red in Light Silver Metallic - Y7W is an original body component from the Protective and decorative strips category, designed for installation on the left rear side of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish to the lower edge of the door and additional protection against minor mechanical damage and dirt. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain a consistent look for the side body line of their Audi A4 B7.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8E0853969D-EMR
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8E0853969D-EMR
• Substitutable numbers: 8E0853969D-EMR, 8E0 853 969 D-
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Light Silver Metallic - Y7W
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and fitment for the Audi A4 B7 body

The presented moulding is dedicated to the rear left part of the Audi A4 B7 generation body, which ensures a precise fit to the door shape and factory mounting points. Its placement on the rear left side of the vehicle allows for the continuity of the styling line between the front and rear doors, and facilitates restoring the original appearance after bodywork and paint repairs.

Its original Audi origin helps maintain the correct geometry of the component, which translates into proper adhesion to the door panel and reduces the risk of gaps, vibrations, or unwanted noises while driving.

Color and visual aspect

The moulding is finished in the Light Silver Metallic - Y7W shade, characteristic of many Audi A4 B7 paint configurations. The metallic color promotes visual consistency with the factory body paint, which is important when replacing a single element without the need for intervention in other parts of the bodywork.

Choosing the right color for the moulding is both aesthetically and practically significant – a properly matched shade reduces the need for additional painting, thereby shortening repair time and lowering costs. At the same time, a uniform side line is maintained, which positively influences the visual perception of the entire vehicle.

Protective and functional role

Mouldings from the Protective and decorative strips group serve a dual role: decorative and protective. Installing the lower door moulding helps limit the impact of minor stone chips, scratches, and dirt accumulating in the lower door area. As a result, this component supports the protection of the paint and body panels in an area particularly exposed to external factors.

In daily use, the moulding also provides a practical edge finish, masking any irregularities after repairs and ensuring a more orderly appearance of the lower part of the door. This is especially important for vehicles used intensively, where both functionality and maintaining a proper visual standard are valued.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered component is a used part, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and may show signs of normal wear typical for this class of parts. This type of solution is often chosen for repairs of older vehicles, where combining reasonable cost with maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications is key.

Choosing a used door moulding allows for maintaining material and structural consistency with other body elements, while keeping a favorable price-to-quality ratio. This is particularly important in the case of local repairs, where a single element of the side body zone is being replaced.

Expanding your Audi side zone upgrade

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the sill area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional strips, check out the available parts in the Audi protective and decorative strips category.

Additional technical and operational information

The Audi A4 B7 Door Lower Strip Moulding Rear Left N/S Emotion Red is a body component that works with the factory mounting points in the door, which facilitates installation and limits the need for body modifications. A properly installed moulding should not negatively affect the operation of door seals or cabin airtightness.

In the case of broader vehicle service work, it is worth remembering that similar principles for selecting used components also apply to other systems, such as the drivetrain. When deciding to use second-hand parts for key assemblies, the following guide may be helpful: Used gearbox – when is it worth it and what you need to remember.