VW Scirocco Mk3 Side Panel Front Left N/S Wing Fender Reflex Silver Metallic A7W

Visual condition of the part

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

VW Scirocco III Front Left Fender Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W is an original body part from the Front Fenders group, designed for precise installation on the front left side of the vehicle. The Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W paint allows for an aesthetic match to the factory body color, minimizing the need for additional painting work. This used OEM component ensures proper geometry and compatibility with the factory mounting points on the Volkswagen Scirocco third generation model.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1K8821105B-RES
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1K8821105B
• Substitutable numbers: 1K8821105B, 1K8 821 105 B
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W
• Category: Fenders

Intended Use and Body Fitment

The presented left front fender has been specifically designed for the Scirocco III body structure, maintaining correct contours, edges, and lines of contact with the hood, bumper, and doors. Its placement on the vehicle is on the front left side, guaranteeing conformity with the factory body architecture and correct alignment of the mounting gaps.

By using an original Volkswagen part from the Front Fenders category, dimensional consistency with other body panels is maintained, facilitating installation and subsequent adjustment of its position relative to adjacent parts. This is particularly important in post-accident repairs where accurate restoration of factory geometry is crucial.

Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W Color and Painting Aspects

The fender is finished in the Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W color, factory-applied to many Scirocco III units. The metallic paint finish often allows for polishing or local touch-ups instead of a full repaint of the part. This translates to savings in time and cost while maintaining a cohesive body aesthetic.

Selecting a part with the correct paint code also simplifies the painter's work – the base coat and clear coat can be matched to the existing finish, accounting for natural wear, which allows for seamless color transitions at the edges with the hood and doors.

Characteristics of an Original Volkswagen Part

As a Volkswagen brand part, the fender retains factory material and construction parameters, including appropriate sheet metal thickness and edge forming. A used OEM component ensures:

• correct placement of mounting holes and attachment points,
• compatibility with factory brackets, wheel arches, and covers,
• adequate panel rigidity in the wheel arch area.

This ensures a predictable installation process without the need for modifications or shape adjustments, which can sometimes be typical for aftermarket replacements. The used condition of the part allows for an economical repair while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications.

Practical Advantages of Installing a Used Fender

The use of an original left front fender in Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W is beneficial for both body shops and individual owners. In practice, this means:

• reduced repair time due to factory-matched fitment to the body,
• limited painting work when the paint shade is similar,
• maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance after repair.

A used body part offers a sensible compromise between cost and maintaining original structural quality, especially for models like the Scirocco III, where both aesthetics and proper body aerodynamics are important.

Related Parts and Additional Information

If you plan to replace a wider range of body panels during repairs or assemble the entire front end, it's worth considering other parts from the same group, such as adjacent panels or compatible wheel arch liners. To select other body components for this model, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Front Fenders category.

For comprehensive vehicle repairs, including the drivetrain or power transmission components, advisory materials on selecting used OEM parts can be helpful – you can find more practical tips in the article Whining differential? Find out why a used OEM differential is a better investment than an uncertain aftermarket part.