Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk4 Front Seat Sport Recaro Leather Black Blue Left N/S

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk4 Front Seat Sport Recaro Leather Black Blue Left N/S is an original sports seat from the Seats and benches range, designed for installation on the front driver's side in the fourth-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI. The leather upholstery in a black and blue color scheme emphasizes the character of the GTI version while providing comfortable support during both daily and dynamic driving.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1J0881805EQ-1
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1J0881805EQ
• Substitutable numbers: 1J0881805EQ, 1J0 881 805 EQ
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk4

The presented seat has been designed as an interior component for the fourth-generation Volkswagen GTI series and is intended for installation in the front, left position. Thanks to the factory mounting geometry and a design consistent with this model's platform, the seat is a functional solution both for replacing a worn-out seat and for upgrading the interior towards a sportier configuration.

Recaro sports seat construction

The Recaro sports design provides clearly defined side bolsters on the seat and backrest, which improves body stabilization in corners and increases vehicle control. The profiling of the backrest promotes maintaining a correct driving position, which is important for both ergonomics and safety during long journeys and dynamic driving.

The upholstery is made of leather material, which makes it easy to keep the seat clean and enhances the visual quality of the interior. The combination of black with blue accents creates a characteristic, sporty look that is consistent with the GTI line and attractive to users who appreciate a distinctive yet balanced cabin finish.

Upholstery material and functional benefits

The leather surface of the seat and backrest provides a pleasant-to-the-touch, smooth contact and increased resistance to typical wear and tear compared to classic fabrics. This type of finish facilitates quick cleaning – dirt from daily use can be removed using dedicated leather care products, which helps maintain an aesthetic interior appearance for a longer time.

Leather combined with the Recaro seat shape creates an interior with a distinctly sporty character while maintaining an appropriate level of comfort for daily use. This solution is particularly beneficial for drivers who expect better lateral support without sacrificing comfort during city and highway driving.

Characteristics of the used seat

The seat comes from the secondary market, which allows for an economical interior upgrade while maintaining the original character of the GTI model. A used OEM component is a good choice for those who want to maintain stylistic consistency with the vehicle's factory specification while avoiding random replacements with uncertain fitment.

By maintaining the construction specific to the sports version, the seat can be used both as a replacement for a worn-out seat and as an interior tuning element in cars that were not factory-equipped with Recaro sports seats, provided the vehicle configuration and mounting points allow for it.

Interior tuning and additional information

Replacing a standard seat with a Recaro sports seat is one of the most noticeable modifications in terms of ergonomics and driving feel. Changing the seat affects the driving position, back support, and body stability, which translates into greater confidence in handling the vehicle. For those planning a wider range of cabin modifications, including changing seats and the steering wheel, a guide on a practical approach to interior modernization will be useful – you can find it in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front seating area in your Volkswagen and need other components from the same group, such as passenger seats, rear backrests, or additional bench modules, check the available parts in the Volkswagen seats and benches category.