Volkswagen VW Golf Mk5 Bumper Rear Trim Panel Cover Reflex Silver - A7W

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Volkswagen VW Golf Mk5 Bumper Rear Trim Panel Cover Reflex Silver is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category, designed for installation in the rear section of the vehicle. The upper bumper segment in Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W allows for maintaining consistent body styling and proper geometry of the vehicle's rear zone after accident repairs or the replacement of worn-out parts.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1K6807417A-RES
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1K6807417A
• Substitutable numbers: 1K6807417A, 1K6 807 417 A
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and body fitment

The presented bumper is the upper part of the rear body shell, responsible for aesthetic finishing and the correct alignment of the body lines in the Volkswagen Golf Mk5. The component is designed for factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional bodywork modifications.

Its placement in the rear zone of the vehicle ensures proper fitment with the side panels and the trunk lid, which is important for both appearance and the correct closing and sealing of the rear body section.

Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W color

The bumper is finished in the factory Reflex Silver Metallic - A7W color, characteristic of many Golf Mk5 models. Thanks to this, in many cases, it is possible to minimize the scope of painting or to match the paint coating solely through polishing and spot corrections, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

The silver metallic paint masks minor dirt and typical signs of wear well, which is practical for daily vehicle use and beneficial for the vehicle's future resale value.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered bumper is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows for maintaining factory geometry and material consistent with the manufacturer's original specifications. Such components are often chosen for accident repairs when the priority is to maintain the original body structure and optimize costs compared to new components.

For installation, a standard surface preparation procedure is recommended – inspection, potential adjustment for a specific car, and checking mounting points to ensure proper seating in the rear part of the vehicle.

Application in body and paint repairs

The upper part of the rear bumper is an essential element when restoring body lines after a rear collision. Using an original component from the Bumpers and reinforcements category facilitates workshop work because it eliminates typical fitment problems often encountered with lower-quality aftermarket replacements.

This element will work well both for comprehensive body and paint repairs and for replacing a single damaged bumper when the goal is to restore the vehicle to a state close to factory condition in terms of appearance and construction.

Expanding the scope of repair and selecting related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as additional bumper segments, reinforcements, or covers, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Bumpers and reinforcements category.

For users interested in more advanced drivetrain modifications or adjusting driving characteristics to their own preferences, a technical guide describing the selection of gear ratios and drive axle components may be helpful – details can be found in the article Dismantled drive axles and differentials – how to choose gear ratios for your driving style.