Volkswagen VW Crafter 30-50 Seat Box Front Right O/S Driver Seat Mount Base

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Volkswagen VW Crafter 30-50 Seat Box Front Right O/S Driver Seat Mount Base is an original interior trim component designed for installation in the driver's seat area on the offside. Its robust construction, matched to factory mounting points, ensures stable seat positioning and consistency with other Console parts. The finish in Nacht Black Metallic – H9Z allows for maintaining a uniform cabin aesthetic.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-2E0881682C-NAM
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2E0881682C
• Substitutable numbers: 2E0881682C
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Nacht Black Metallic - H9Z
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and fitment

The presented base is designed for installation in the front right part of the cabin, at the driver's seat position in right-hand drive versions. The design, matched to the factory floor geometry of the Crafter 30-50, enables proper load transfer from the seat to the body, which is significant for both user comfort and safety.

The element serves as a seat base, integrating with original mounting points and guides. This makes it possible to maintain the correct seat position relative to the steering wheel, pedals, and center console, without the need for any modifications to the body structure.

Construction and functional properties

The driver's seat base is designed as a rigid, closed body that stabilizes the seat and limits unwanted deflection during driving. The layout of mounting holes and reinforcing ribs is consistent with the factory design, which facilitates installation and subsequent maintenance.

The finish in Nacht Black Metallic – H9Z allows for aesthetic integration of the component into the dark interiors of commercial Crafter versions. The uniform tone also makes it easier to combine with other cabin trim components, such as center tunnel covers or side seat covers.

Application in the interior layout

The driver's seat mount base plays a key role in configuring the ergonomics of the driver's workspace. It is responsible for:

• stable seat positioning along the vehicle axis,
• maintaining the correct seat height relative to the floor,
• proper positioning relative to the console and dashboard,
• integration with other trim elements in the seat area.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, it is possible to seamlessly use factory seat adjustment mechanisms and accessories mounted in its vicinity.

Characteristics of the used part

The offered seat base is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows for an economical replacement of a damaged element while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are particularly valued in commercial vehicles, where functionality, compatibility, and reasonable operating costs are essential.

For users considering a broader modernization of the driver's seat area, using an original base facilitates the subsequent installation of additional interior trim elements that comply with Volkswagen's factory standards.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the console and driver's seat area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, panels, or brackets, check the available parts in the Volkswagen console parts category.

Technical support and aftermarket knowledge

Selecting the right interior trim elements is often combined with planning broader vehicle service work, including the powertrain. In such a case, it may be helpful to expand your knowledge about the specifics of popular engines and their maintenance costs – a practical comparison can be found in the article BMW N47 vs M57 / M57N / M57N2 – a ranking of legendary diesels, which discusses, among other things, the impact of engine design on operation and the selection of aftermarket parts.

If you want to better understand how to consciously use components sourced from dismantling and how to assess their suitability for repairs, it is worth reading the material Used car parts: Myths and facts you need to know, which clarifies the most common doubts related to used parts.