Audi A3 S3 8Y Front Left N/S Armrest Soul Granite Grey Leatherette 8Y0867173A

Audi A3 S3 8Y Front Left N/S Armrest Soul Granite Grey Leatherette is an original interior component designed for installation in the front left door of Audi 8Y series models. The Granite Grey leatherette finish ensures a consistent look with the factory upholstery, while the precise design facilitates easy installation and guarantees a stable fit within the door. This is a practical solution for users looking to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the factory driver-side armrest.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8Y0867173A
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8Y0867173A
• Substitutable numbers: 8Y0867173A, 8Y0 867 173 A
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Grey
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and Audi compatibility

The presented armrest is designed specifically for the front left door in Audi A3 and S3 8Y generation models. This means its geometry, mounting points, and profile are consistent with the factory door construction, allowing for installation without modifications and maintaining the original interior styling line.

By using a component from the Door handles group in a version dedicated to a specific generation, the user gains assurance of proper fitment with the door panel and other trim elements.

Materials and finish

The armrest is finished in Granite Grey leatherette, which blends well with typical interior color configurations of the Audi A3/S3 8Y. The material structure has been selected to provide comfortable forearm support and ease of maintenance.

The choice of the structural material and surface covering is significant not only for aesthetics but also for utility – the element maintains appropriate rigidity while reducing the transmission of vibrations from the door to the driver's arm. This is particularly important on longer journeys, where stable and comfortable support improves the ergonomics of the driving position.

Function in the driver's door zone

The armrest in the driver's door serves several important functions:

• provides stable arm support while driving,
• improves the comfort of operating door handles and window control panels,
• protects the inner part of the door from excessive mechanical wear,
• maintains the visual consistency of the entire door card.

A properly selected element for this zone allows for maintaining the original character of the Audi interior and reduces noticeable fatigue during daily use.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The item is offered as a used part, which represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the manufacturer's original specification. Choosing this solution allows for an economical interior repair while maintaining compliance with the factory door design.

Using an original aftermarket armrest is particularly beneficial in situations where the existing element has suffered mechanical damage, abrasion, or deformation, and the user expects the most faithful reproduction of the original cabin appearance.

Expanding door zone upgrades

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as interior handles, covers, or additional handle modules, check out the available parts in the Audi door handles category.

For drivers interested in broader vehicle appearance improvements – for example, by refreshing alloy wheels in parallel with interior restoration – a practical guide on the regeneration and purchase of aftermarket wheels may be useful: Used wheels like new – a guide to buying and refurbishing alloy wheels.