Audi A8L 4H Front Armrest Centre Console Cover Leather Black 4H0864206C

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A8L 4H Front Armrest Centre Console Cover Leather Black is an original interior component designed for installation in the front cabin area. Crafted from black leather, it ensures consistency with the factory finish, while the tailored console design guarantees a perfect fit with the remaining elements of the center tunnel. This is a practical solution for users looking to restore the aesthetics and functionality of the armrest in their Audi.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 4H0864206C-1
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 4H0864206C
• Substitutable numbers: 4H0864206C, 4H0 864 206 C
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The armrest cover is a component from the Console Parts group, mounted in the front interior zone, above the center tunnel. It is responsible for providing comfortable forearm support for the driver or passenger and serves as an aesthetic lid for the console storage compartment. Thanks to its factory geometry, it ensures:

• proper fit to the center console structure,
• stable support while driving,
• a consistent look with other cockpit elements.

Material and color scheme

The element is finished in black leather, which allows for maintaining a uniform interior color scheme in Audi A8L 4H versions with a dark interior. The leather surface provides a pleasant-to-the-touch, thermally neutral material that performs well in both daily use and on longer trips. The dark color reduces the visibility of minor dirt and makes it easier to keep the console looking tidy.

Installation characteristics

The cover has been designed as a component dedicated to a specific generation of the Audi A8L, which translates into a precise fit with the armrest mechanism and console housing. The design intended for installation in the front part of the interior allows for maintaining factory ergonomics when operating the storage compartment and provides convenient access to its contents. Using an original component reduces the risk of play, rattles, or improper closing of the lid.

Condition and practical application

The item is a salvaged part, making it a cost-effective solution for users who care about maintaining their car in a specification close to the factory original. It is particularly useful in situations where the existing cover is mechanically damaged, worn out from use, or requires replacement for aesthetic reasons. Choosing an original used part allows you to maintain the proper material structure, stitching lines, and shape tailored to the Audi console design.

Integration with other Audi interior elements

The armrest cover is a visually significant part of the center tunnel, which is why its replacement has a direct impact on the perception of the entire cabin. Using a component from the same model line allows for maintaining stylistic consistency with the dashboard, door panels, and other console panels. This solution is particularly beneficial for users who want to preserve the characteristic, understated look of the Audi A8L interior without introducing non-factory modifications.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the center console area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as side panels, control frames, or additional trim modules, check out the available parts in the Audi Console Parts category.

To compare approaches to repairs using salvaged components and the benefits of choosing original used parts, it is worth reading an article describing a typical failure in another popular model – details can be found in the post BMW N47 Timing Chain – typical failure and repair using original BMW parts.