US Center Console

Created by Fredrik Andersen - Monday, december 1 2014, 10:56:42



This retrofit fits the following models:
Audi A3 8P Hatchback (2003 - 2013)
Audi A3 8P Sportback (2004 - 2013)


Introduction

Most people would argue that this is properly the most expensive cup holder in the world. I however refuse to compromise on therefore I only use original parts. This have also moved the AUX and given a extra 12-volt supply.


Time

3-4 hours


Installation & Guide

The installation was done by Cartrends.dk (Denmark)

If you wish to do the retrofit yourself, you can follow the below guides
- Open Guide


Parts Purchase

All parts except for the AUX was purchased from Audi Zentrum Flensburg (Germany).

AUX
You can either by the cables and plugs and put it together yourself, I however decided to by a ready to install cable set. Read more about the installation here.

If you prefer to purchase the AUX parts yourself:
AUX Housing 8J0 035 475
AUX plug for RNS-E 1J0 972 977 G
4 pin plug for AUX housing 8K0 973 754
Cable for AUX plug 000 979 009 EA

Part numbers + Price

Description New Parts Original Parts Quantity Price Links
Center Console 8P1 863 241 6PS 8P1 863 244 6PS 1 102 €
Bolt covers (4 pieces) 8P1 898 173 6PS 8P1 898 173 6PS 1 3 €
Cover (Cigarette, 12v, AUX) 8P0 863 387 G 6PS --------------- 1 43 €
12v Plug 1J0 919 321 --------------- 1 2 €
Cable for 12v 000 979 227 EA --------------- 2 22 €
Cable for 12v 000 979 023 E --------------- 1 8 €
AUX-in Cable for RNS-E --------------- --------------- 1 39 € Kufatec
Total Price       219 €  
The above price is not including shipping from Audi Zentrum Flensburg of 12 € or the shipping price from Kufatec.