Volkswagen Transporter T5 Bonnet Hood Hinge Left N/S Olympia Blue Pearl - A5K

Volkswagen Transporter T5 Bonnet Hood Hinge Left N/S Olympia Blue Pearl is an original body component from the Hinges, locks and other bonnet parts group, designed for precise guidance and support of the engine bonnet on the left side. This used, factory-made Volkswagen component ensures proper bonnet opening geometry and color consistency with the Olympia Blue Pearl A5K body paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7H0823301D-OBP
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7H0823301D
• Substitutable numbers: 7H0823301D, 7H0 823 301 D
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Bonnet Hinge
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and technical function

The left bonnet hinge in the Transporter T5 model is responsible for stable guidance of the engine compartment cover during opening and closing. A correctly selected component:

• maintains the proper position of the bonnet relative to the fenders and the front panel,
• minimizes stress within the mounts and bonnet edges,
• ensures repeatable, smooth operation of the lifting mechanism.

Thanks to its dedicated placement on the left side, the hinge works with the factory mounting points in the Transporter T5 body, which translates into predictable bonnet behavior during daily operation.

Original Volkswagen fitment

As a Volkswagen brand component, the hinge was designed for the specific structural parameters of the Transporter T5. This means:

• maintaining factory assembly clearances and adjustment range,
• compatibility with the stock bonnet and factory mounting bolts,
• consistency with the factory body line and panel gaps.

Its original origin facilitates trouble-free installation in workshop conditions, without the need for modifications or adjusting mounting holes.

Olympia Blue Pearl A5K color – visual aspect

The hinge is finished in Olympia Blue Pearl A5K, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs and replacing components in the front zone. Paint in this shade:

• makes it easier to maintain color consistency within the engine compartment and bonnet edges,
• reduces the need for additional painting of the component in hidden areas,
• allows for a better match of the part to the body in the same paint code.

For body and paint shops, this is a practical advantage that shortens the time required to prepare the vehicle for delivery to the customer.

Characteristics of the used component

The presented hinge is a used part, which in practice means factory geometry and fitment while reducing repair costs compared to a new component. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for:

• maintenance repairs in fleet vehicles,
• restoring functionality after minor collisions,
• optimizing the service budget while maintaining the original design.

For many Transporter T5 users, this is a reasonable compromise between quality and the cost of repairing the front part of the body.

Support in part selection and repair optimization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine bonnet area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or brackets, check the available parts in the Volkswagen hinges, locks and other bonnet parts category.

When planning service work, it is also worth considering the impact of the availability of used OEM components on the vehicle's downtime in the workshop – this is described in more detail in the article: Availability of car parts off-the-shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten the stay in the workshop?.