Bespoke Audi A2 Armrest Bracket and Trim (A6 C5) Group Order
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Sootywg
A2OC Donor
It will be interesting to see how the vidaXL ones work out in terms of quality and feel. I have just acquired an OEM one from a 2002 vehicle, whilst it is in very good visual appearance it is suffering from the ‘tacky’ soft touch. I know of no cure other than stripping the soft touch off completely.
johnyfartbox
A2OC Donor
36 quid.
But will it fit the bracket and will it be the same quality
audifan
A2OC Donor
@johnyfartbox John, I looked at this before I posted about it. It does indeed look very much like the OEM one, indeed may even be OEM as there is only a paper sticker on the originals that has the part number and colour. Quality can not say. The originals have what looks to be a very similar soft touch rubberised finish on them as the A2 soft touch, which in many cases will be damaged or peeling. The vidaXL at least the finish will be new. Downside of the vidaXL is that they appear to be only available in black with a fabric lid. The A6C5 ones came in at least 4 colours and could have fabric or leather lids ( the lids are replaceable ).
It comes down to availability and choice of colour or lid type. If used originals cost far more then this is a sensible affordable option. The plastics can be recoloured, I have done this on my black one the engineering firm were working from. Company went bust and I eventually recovered my armrest from the skip when they were clearing out the building. Recoloured it to platinum.
It comes down to availability and choice of colour or lid type. If used originals cost far more then this is a sensible affordable option. The plastics can be recoloured, I have done this on my black one the engineering firm were working from. Company went bust and I eventually recovered my armrest from the skip when they were clearing out the building. Recoloured it to platinum.
johnyfartbox
A2OC Donor
Thanks Graham.
In that case i will take a punt and order one
In that case i will take a punt and order one
Great piece of work, people.
For Group Order 2, should it materialise.
@jaffa_jim x2 for UK mainland delivery.
For Group Order 2, should it materialise.
@jaffa_jim x2 for UK mainland delivery.
2work
Well Known Member
Gentlemen,
You have been added to the reserve list at Post #2 which will be the start of the next run in the next few weeks.
We just need to get the initial order to the end then we will submit the next order.
Kind regards,
Tom
Seb_Gurkyh
Member
Armlehne / Mittelarmlehne. Few good ones under 50€ (that I can find) though. Suspect C5 A6s are more of a "just throw it away" model these days..
Maybe I've missed it, but how are these fitted to the car? Are there OEM holes where you're mounting the bracket or have those got to be drilled?
2work
Well Known Member
Evening Seb,
Full fitting instructions will published soon enough but I believe you’re right, there are (out of sight) 2 holes that need to be drilled the same as the A1 Armrest Bracket that @DuncanA2 revealed.
If you look at the link within Post #1 I think the installation is pretty well explained.
Do you want to be added to the reserve list.
Kind regards,
Tom
Seb_Gurkyh
Member
I'm not quite sure I would trust myself with a drill, to be honest ?
On top, I remember an issue with TÜV where they required to see the VIN embossed in the same area (when trying to have new wheels approved - no such sillyness in the UK I'm sure), so should that get partially covered, it could be a dealbreaker.
I think the A1 version juust about managed to not cover it - what is this one like? (not visible in the pictures)
2work
Well Known Member
Seb,
The design of the lower half of the bracket is identical to the A1 Bracket. Its the top area that has been adapted to receive the A6 C5 Armrest. If the A1 Bracket gets through the scrutiny of TÜV then I see no reason why this won't pass either.
The Reserve List, which will become the order list for run 2 is already filling up.
Kind regards,
Tom
2work
Well Known Member
You have both been added to the reserve list.
Soon as the first batch have been sent out, I will start a Group Order 2 thread and share timelines as I don't wast to burn Paul out. He has other things to investigate that are upon my sleeve along with his life outside of the here to tend to I'm sure.
Kind regards,
Tom
2work
Well Known Member
Evening all,
As this seems to have been a little more popular than I imagined I have started a Reserve List in Spreadsheet form (at Post #2) which will form the basis of the second run. I guess that this first batch will be complete in the coming weeks and could be looking at submitting the second order around the end of July or August.
It will be another order of 27 to save flooding Paul's workshop. Out of these 27, 11 have already been spoken for. I guess now is the time to ensure you have your name on the reserve list to avoid disapointment and delay.
Kind regards,
Tom
As this seems to have been a little more popular than I imagined I have started a Reserve List in Spreadsheet form (at Post #2) which will form the basis of the second run. I guess that this first batch will be complete in the coming weeks and could be looking at submitting the second order around the end of July or August.
It will be another order of 27 to save flooding Paul's workshop. Out of these 27, 11 have already been spoken for. I guess now is the time to ensure you have your name on the reserve list to avoid disapointment and delay.
Kind regards,
Tom
2work
Well Known Member
Evening Mark,
The Audi A6 C5 (Type 4B) was available from May 1997 to June 2004. During this time the Audi Allroad Quattro with the same interior was available 1999 to 2005 and should have the same armrest. This is straight from Wiki but seems pretty reliable information.
The Armrest Part Number is 4B0 864 207.
Hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Tom
Mka306
A2OC Donor
Thank you Tom, it indeed does help sir?