Audi A5 S5 F5 Electric Wing Mirror Base Door Right O/S Side Mirror 8W6857410AJ

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A5 S5 F5 Electric Wing Mirror Base Door Right O/S Side Mirror is an original body component designed for installation on the driver's side in right-hand drive versions. It provides stable mounting and proper operation of the electrically controlled mirror, maintaining the vehicle's factory geometry and aesthetics. Thanks to the factory paint in Navarra Blue Metallic - X5H, it allows for a visually consistent replacement of a damaged part without the need for additional color matching.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8W6857410AJ
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8W6857410AJ
• Substitutable numbers: 8W6857410AJ, 8W6 857 410 AJ
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Navarra Blue Metallic - X5H
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The right wing mirror base for the Audi A5 / S5 F5 generation is responsible for the precise seating of the electrically controlled mirror in the door and transferring aerodynamic loads to the body structure. This component is crucial for:

• maintaining the correct mirror angle relative to the body,
• image stability in the mirror at higher speeds,
• proper routing of the electrical harness inside the door,
• preserving factory gaps and styling lines in the pillar and door area.

As part of the Wing Mirrors group, the base serves as the structural skeleton to which other mirror assembly components, such as the housing, mirror glass, or adjustment mechanism, are attached.

Color and paint matching Navarra Blue Metallic - X5H

The factory color Navarra Blue Metallic - X5H is a distinctive metallic shade used in modern Audi models. Using an originally painted mirror base allows you to:

• maintain color consistency with other body elements,
• minimize the need for additional painting after installation,
• maintain a uniform structure and gloss of the paint coating,
• reduce the risk of shade differences between the new and existing paint.

For users who care about the aesthetics and value of the vehicle, this is a particularly beneficial solution, as it allows for a quick and technically correct replacement of a damaged mirror base without interfering with the entire door area.

Installation and operational characteristics

The mirror base is designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle, at the factory mounting point in the door. The design intended for an electrically controlled mirror ensures:

• proper routing of power and signal cables,
• stable mounting points to the door skin,
• compatibility with the factory adjustment mechanism,
• preservation of the original mirror position relative to the driver's field of vision.

The element comes from a used vehicle, which in practice means it is a used original Audi part, representing an attractive alternative to new components in terms of cost while maintaining factory construction and fitment.

Practical application and benefits of choosing a used part

Choosing an original, used wing mirror base for the Audi A5 / S5 F5 is particularly beneficial in situations such as:

• mechanical damage to the mirror as a result of a collision or scrape,
• cracked mounts in the door area,
• the need to replace the element after body and paint repairs,
• restoring the vehicle to factory condition after previous non-factory modifications.

The original mirror base ensures factory fitment with the door and other body elements, which facilitates installation and reduces the time required for adjustment. For workshops and service centers specializing in the Audi brand, this is a technically predictable solution that complies with the manufacturer's specifications.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area of your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as mirror housings, mirror glass, or complete adjustment assemblies, check the available parts in the Audi Wing Mirrors category.

For users interested in the broader context of using used parts, optimizing service costs, and selecting components from the secondary market, an article describing the practical aspects of purchasing and operating such elements may be helpful – you can find it here: Used car parts for Mini Cooper – a way for style and savings.