Audi A3 8V Rear Seat Headrest Middle Centre Head Rest Leather Soul Black

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. Audi A3 8V Rear Seat Headrest Middle Centre Head Rest Leather Soul Black is an original interior component designed for installation in the middle position of the rear seat. The leather finish in Soul Black ensures consistency with the factory upholstery and maintains the characteristic, understated style of the Audi interior. It is a practical solution that improves the comfort and safety of the rear seat passenger.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8V0885975
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8V0885975
• Substitutable numbers: 8V0885975, 8V0 885 975
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Headrests

Purpose and function of the headrest

The presented headrest is designed as the middle element of the rear seat backrest in the Audi A3 8V generation. Its task is to provide stable support for the head of the passenger sitting in the middle of the rear seat, which reduces neck strain during sudden braking or a collision. The design, adapted to the standard guides in the backrest, allows for secure seating of the headrest and height adjustment depending on the user's height.

Material and interior finish

The headrest is made of leather upholstery in Soul Black, characteristic of Audi A3 8V interiors. This configuration allows for color consistency with other cabin elements while ensuring easy maintenance. The leather withstands daily use well, is resistant to typical dirt, and allows for the use of dedicated leather upholstery care products.

Benefits of using an original headrest

Choosing an original headrest from the Headrests category for an Audi brings a number of practical advantages:

• secure fit to the standard rear seat mounts without structural modifications,
• maintaining a uniform interior look thanks to matching leather color and texture,
• correct geometry and height of the element, adapted to factory safety standards,
• easier resale of the car thanks to the completeness of the rear seat equipment.

Condition and practical application

The item comes from disassembly, which means it is a used part, but still intended for further use in a vehicle. This type of solution is often chosen when replacing a missing headrest after previous removal, when retrofitting the car with a full set of rear seat headrests, or when replacing a worn-out element with an original equivalent. Installation is carried out by sliding the guides into the factory sockets in the rear seat backrest, without the need to interfere with the seat structure.

Compatibility and part selection

To correctly select a headrest for a specific version of the Audi A3 8V, it is worth verifying compatibility with the interior equipment (type of upholstery, color scheme) and the rear seat configuration. It is helpful to compare the shape, guide spacing, and general form of the element with the currently installed side headrests. This will help you maintain a consistent interior look and avoid installation problems. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear seat area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as additional side headrests, backrests, or seat cushions, check the available parts in the Audi Headrests category. For a comparison of how manufacturers approach original used parts and ways of retrofitting premium class cars, you can read an article describing practices used in another market segment: retrofitting and servicing BMW models using original used parts.