Used Audi 80 Quarter Panel

The Audi 80 ran across two main generations in the UK: the B3 (1986–1991) and the B4 (1991–1996), and quarter panels are not interchangeable between these two generations as the bodyshells are different. Within each generation, you also need to match the body style — the saloon, Cabriolet, and estate (Avant) all have different quarter panels even on the same platform. Always confirm the exact generation and body style with the breaker against your registration before buying.

No — the B3 (1986–1991) and B4 (1991–1996) are distinct generations with different bodyshells, so their quarter panels will not interchange. This is one of the clearest boundaries in the 80's history and the panels are pressed differently. Stick to sourcing a panel from the correct generation and confirm with the breaker using your registration to be sure.

Both 1993 and 1995 fall within the B4 generation (1991–1996), so they share the same platform, which is a good starting point. However, you must also match the body style — saloon, Avant estate, or Cabriolet panels are all different from one another even within the B4. Whether any mid-run pressing changes affect your specific panel is something to confirm with the breaker against both registrations before purchasing.

Trim level does not affect quarter panel fitment on the Audi 80 — what matters is the generation (B3 or B4) and the body style, not whether the car is an SE, Sport, or any other trim. You may find that a panel from a different trim has a different painted finish or minor badging provisions, but the pressing itself will be the same. Focus your search on matching generation and body style, and let the breaker know your trim only if you want a panel that's as close to ready-to-fit as possible.

No — the Cabriolet has a unique body structure without a B-pillar and with a different roofline, so its quarter panels are specific to that body style and will not fit a saloon or Avant. The Cabriolet also continued in production after the standard B4 range ended, so make sure any panel you source is confirmed to match your car's exact build. Always check with the breaker using your registration, as there may also be differences between Cabriolet build periods that are worth verifying.

Yes, it can matter depending on which panel you need — on some body styles the NS (nearside) and OS (offside) panels are not symmetrical due to fuel filler flap placement or other details, and a left-hand-drive car swaps which side these features fall on compared to a UK right-hand-drive car. The breaker will be able to tell you whether the specific panel you need is affected by this. Always confirm the hand of drive when sourcing from a dismantled vehicle, especially if buying from overseas stock.