Audi A6 C7 Rear Side Window Strip Moulding Cover Chrome Left N/S 4G5853345D

Audi A6 C7 Rear Side Window Strip Moulding Cover Chrome Left N/S is an original body component from the Protective and decorative strips group, designed for installation on the left side of the rear window. The chrome finish ensures a consistent look with factory Audi body details and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct replacement of a damaged strip.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 4G5853345D
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 4G5853345D
• Substitutable numbers: 4G5853345D, 4G5 853 345 D
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Part type: Window
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The rear side window strip in the Audi A6 C7 serves a dual role: aesthetic and protective. As a component mounted in the rear left area of the body, it is responsible for finishing the window edge, masking mounting gaps, and providing stable guidance for seals. The chrome surface highlights the side line of the body, maintaining the understated and elegant look characteristic of Audi.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific body model, the strip ensures proper adhesion to the window and bodywork, which reduces the risk of unwanted vibrations, rattling, or leaks in this area.

Advantages of using an original strip

Using an original rear side window strip for the Audi A6 C7 allows you to maintain the factory geometry and side line of the vehicle. Compared to generic replacements, a component from the same construction group is characterized by:

• precise fit to the shape of the window and door frame or body,
• consistent shade and chrome gloss compared to other details,
• adaptation to factory mounting points,
• stable seating in the rear left area of the vehicle.

As a result, installation is predictable, and the final effect is consistent with the factory finish standard. This is particularly important for post-accident repairs, body restoration, or returning the car to a condition close to the original.

Installation characteristics

The strip has been designed specifically for placement in the rear left body area of the Audi A6 C7, which facilitates the identification of the correct component during repair. Proper profiling and preparation for factory mounts allow for installation in accordance with the manufacturer's technology, without the need for modifications or forced fitting.

When replacing the strip, it is worth paying attention to the condition of the seals and adjacent finishing elements – a properly selected set in this area affects the tightness, reduction of wind noise, and the aesthetics of the entire side part of the body.

Component condition and practical application

The offered strip is a used item, which in practice means a beneficial combination of original origin and an attractive price compared to new parts. For many Audi A6 C7 users, this is a sensible solution for body repairs, especially when the goal is to restore the correct appearance and function without having to invest in completely new components.

The strip will work well both for local repair of a damaged window or door, and for broader restoration of the side part of the body, where visual consistency of all chrome details is important.

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

Support in selecting used parts

When choosing parts from dismantling, it is worth knowing the basic principles of assessing their condition and fitment to a specific vehicle version. To better understand what to look for when buying used components and how to minimize the risk of a mismatch, read our guide: Comprehensive supply: from the engine to the smallest clip – how to source used car parts in one place.

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