Volkswagen VW Fox 5Z Side Panel Front Right O/S Wing Fender Tornado Red - Y3D

Visual condition of the part

Possible scratches and paint chips – condition as shown in the product photos.

Volkswagen VW Fox 5Z Side Panel Front Right O/S Wing Fender Tornado Red - Y3D is an original body component from the Front wings group, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle's front section. Thanks to the factory fitment and the Tornado Red - LY3D paint finish, it allows for maintaining a consistent body line and the aesthetic appearance of the car without the need for using aftermarket replacements of uncertain quality.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5Z0821022H-TRE
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5Z0821022H
• Substitutable numbers: 5Z0821022H, 5Z0 821 022 H
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Tornado Red - LY3D
• Category: Fenders

Purpose and fitment for Volkswagen Fox

The presented wing is designed specifically for the Volkswagen Fox 5Z series, taking into account the geometry of the factory bodywork. Its placement in the front zone, on the right side, ensures proper alignment of the bonnet, bumper, and door lines, which translates into correct panel gaps and reduces the need for additional bodywork.

Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's solutions, the wing works with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original structural rigidity of the body in the front corner area.

Tornado Red - LY3D color and aesthetic values

The factory Tornado Red - LY3D color is a characteristic, intense shade of red used by the Volkswagen brand, which well emphasizes the body lines of the Fox model. Using a component in the same paint code allows for limiting the scope of painting to potential touch-ups, which is beneficial in terms of both costs and repair time.

For users who care about the consistent appearance of the vehicle, it is important that maintaining the original body color helps preserve the car's value and facilitates future resale. A wing in this shade will work particularly well for post-accident repairs, corrosion corrections, or replacing a damaged element after a parking collision.

Characteristics of the used component

As a part from the secondary market, the wing comes from dismantling and is intended for re-installation in another vehicle. Such components are often chosen for economic repairs, where a reasonable cost-to-quality ratio and maintaining the original body structure are important.

In the case of used parts, signs of wear are natural, however, their construction remains functional, and it is crucial to maintain the correct geometry and mounting points. This makes it possible to carry out repairs without interfering with the vehicle's load-bearing structure.

Application in body and paint repairs

The front wing on the right side plays an important role in protecting the engine bay and wheel arch from water, mud, and small stones thrown by the wheel. Replacing a damaged element with an original component from the same model series facilitates:

• restoring the correct body line after a collision,
• reducing work related to fitting and filling,
• maintaining factory gaps between body panels,
• maintaining the correct operation of the door, bonnet, and bumper in the contact area with the wing.

For body shops and individual users, this means a more predictable repair process and a lower risk of fitment issues.

Compatibility within the Volkswagen brand

As an original Volkswagen component, the wing complies with the manufacturer's factory standards regarding dimensions, geometry, and the quality of the sheet metal used. This is the preferred solution in situations where the priority is to maintain a structure consistent with the manufacturer's engineering design, rather than just visually "closing" a gap in the bodywork.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body zone in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as additional wings, panels, or trim elements, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Front wings category.

Practical tips before installation

Before installation, it is recommended to verify the condition of the mounting points and compare the shape with the currently installed element, which allows confirming compatibility with the specific body version. In the case of body and paint repairs, it is also worth planning potential paint corrections to achieve the most even color transition between the new wing and adjacent panels.

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