VW Passat B7 Rear Seat Finisher Left N/S Bench Side Lateral Black Leather

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

VW Passat B7 Rear Seat Finisher Left N/S Bench Side Lateral Black Leather is an original upholstery component designed for the rear interior, on the left side. Thanks to its factory-fit for the Passat B7 and elegant black leather finish, this side panel allows for a visually consistent and functional replacement of a worn or damaged part. It is a practical solution for those who want to maintain the original character of the Volkswagen interior while keeping costs under control.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3AA885701
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3AA885701
• Substitutable numbers: 3AA885701, 3AA 885 701
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for the Passat B7

The presented side panel is a component from the Seats and Benches group, designed specifically for the rear seat of the Volkswagen Passat B7 model. Its placement on the rear left side ensures proper alignment with the seat structure, backrest, and adjacent upholstery elements. Its original Volkswagen origin means it retains factory lines, shapes, and mounting points, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of improper fitment.

Material and interior color scheme

The side panel is made of black leather, allowing for an aesthetic match with standard Passat B7 interior configurations featuring leather upholstery. The dark color scheme promotes visual consistency in the cabin, effectively masks typical operational dirt, and facilitates daily maintenance. The leather finish also improves the perceived quality of the interior, providing a pleasant-to-touch material in the contact zone between passengers and the side of the rear bench.

Functional characteristics of the component

As an upholstery element for the rear bench, the side panel performs several important functional roles:

• it stabilizes the finish of the side part of the seat and backrest,
• it protects the bench structure from direct contact with passengers and luggage carried on the rear seat,
• it supports the maintenance of proper stiffness and geometry of the upholstery in the side zone,
• it influences the interior acoustics through an additional layer of material in the side part of the cabin.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, the side panel does not require structural modifications and can be installed as a replacement for a worn part in the existing rear seat system.

Condition and use in interior repairs

The component comes from the secondary market, which allows for an economical repair or refreshment of the interior without the need to purchase new upholstery. Such used components are particularly useful for local damage to the side of the rear bench, when there is no need to replace the entire set of seats. Replacing a single side panel allows for restoring a consistent interior look, limiting the scope of upholstery work.

Interior expansion and tuning

If you are planning a broader modernization of the passenger cabin, replacing the rear bench side panel can be one of the stages of refreshing the interior. Used upholstery elements allow for a gradual improvement in aesthetics and comfort without the need to invest in a complete new set of seats. More inspiration regarding the use of seats and seating components from the secondary market can be found in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which discusses a practical approach to cabin modernization using proven components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear seat area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or additional upholstery modules, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Seats and Benches category.