VW Sharan 7N Seat Alhambra 7N Rear Door Trim Strip Left N/S White Silver - B9Z

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

VW Sharan 7N Seat Alhambra 7N Rear Door Trim Strip Left N/S White Silver is an original body component from the Protective and decorative strips category, designed for installation on the rear left door edge. Thanks to its factory-molded shape and White Silver Metallic - B9Z paint finish, it ensures a consistent look with the rest of the body panels and allows for an aesthetic, technically correct vehicle repair.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7N0854949H-WHS
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7N0854949H
• Substitutable numbers: 7N0854949H, 7N0 854 949 H
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: White Silver Metallic - B9Z
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The presented trim strip is dedicated to the rear left door section in VW Sharan 7N and Seat Alhambra 7N models. Its placement on the vehicle has been factory-optimized to protect the lower door area from minor mechanical damage and stone chips, as well as to maintain the continuity of the side body line.

As an item from the Protective and decorative strips category, it serves two roles simultaneously: it protects the sheet metal surface and improves the visual consistency of the side bodywork, which is important both for post-accident repairs and for restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition.

Color and paint matching

The trim strip is finished in White Silver Metallic - B9Z, allowing for precise matching to the vehicle's factory paint in this shade. This makes it possible to reduce or completely eliminate the need for additional paint work, provided that the other body components have retained their original color and coating structure.

The metallic paint structure ensures consistent light reflection at the interface with the door panel, which is particularly important when inspecting the vehicle for the quality of body and paint repairs. Proper color matching of the trim strip to the rest of the body positively influences the visual perception of the entire side of the car.

Installation characteristics

The trim strip is designed as a component intended for a specific mounting location on the rear left door, which facilitates correct alignment with the body creases and edges. The factory molding allows for uniform gaps and proper adhesion to the door surface, minimizing the risk of stress and deformation during operation.

As a used part, the trim strip is a cost-effective solution for repairs where maintaining the original geometry of the component and compliance with factory manufacturing standards is important. Proper preparation of the mounting surface on the vehicle and the use of appropriate fasteners allow for a secure fit and stable performance in daily use.

Practical application and benefits

Using this trim strip in a VW Sharan 7N or Seat Alhambra 7N allows for:

• restoring the continuity of the side body line after mechanical damage,
• reducing the visibility of previous repairs in the door area,
• increasing protection of the lower door section against minor impacts and scratches,
• maintaining a consistent vehicle appearance thanks to the matched paint color.

For body shops and individual users, this means the ability to perform repairs based on a component consistent with the manufacturer's design, which facilitates quality control and subsequent vehicle operation.

Expanding the scope of repairs – related components

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

If you are interested in a broader context regarding the use of original components in VAG group vehicles and the impact of used parts on maintaining the car's character, it is worth reading an article describing the importance of precisely selected parts – you can find it here: Audi and emotions in their purest form – how used parts help maintain the brand's DNA.