Used Volkswagen Sharan Bonnet Strut
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Fitment questions
Does a Volkswagen Sharan bonnet strut actually exist, or does the bonnet use a rod?
Yes, the Volkswagen Sharan does use gas-filled bonnet struts rather than a manual prop rod, so you are looking for the right part. There is one strut on each side of the bonnet, and both are commonly available from breakers as a pair or individually. If one strut has failed it is usually worth replacing both at the same time as the other is likely to be similarly worn.
Will a bonnet strut from a Mk1 Sharan fit a Mk2 Sharan?
No, these are completely different generations and the bonnets are not interchangeable. The first-generation Sharan ran from 1995 to 2010 and the second generation from 2010 onwards, and the two cars share no front-end body panels. Always make sure the breaker's part comes from the same generation as your vehicle.
Does a pre-facelift Mk2 Sharan bonnet strut fit a post-facelift Mk2 Sharan?
The Mk2 Sharan received a facelift around 2015, which brought changes to the front end including the bonnet, grille and lights. Whether the bonnet strut itself interchanges across that 2015 boundary is something you should confirm with the breaker against your specific registration before buying, as the strut mounting points can differ if the bonnet profile changed. A good breaker will be able to cross-reference your reg to confirm compatibility.
Does trim level affect which bonnet strut I need — for example, does an SE need a different strut to an SEL?
No, the trim level does not affect bonnet strut fitment on the Sharan — the bonnet and its struts are the same across SE, SEL and other trim grades within the same generation and facelift period. You may find minor cosmetic differences on the bonnet itself such as badges or insulation pads, but the strut specification is not trim-dependent. Just match the generation and facelift period and you should be fine.
Does it matter whether the donor car had a petrol or diesel engine when buying a used Sharan bonnet strut?
No, the engine type does not affect which bonnet strut you need on the Sharan — the strut is determined by the body generation and facelift period, not the drivetrain. Bonnet struts are part of the front-end bodywork and are shared across engine variants within the same generation. You can safely take a strut from a petrol or diesel donor car provided it matches your generation.
I have a 2008 Volkswagen Sharan — can I use a strut from a 2005 or 2007 car?
A 2008 and a 2005 or 2007 Sharan are all within the first-generation (Mk1) model range, which ran from 1995 through to 2010, so you are within the same generation. There was a facelift of the Mk1 around 2000, so it is worth asking the breaker to confirm the strut matches your specific pre- or post-facelift spec by checking against your registration. Subject to that confirmation, fitment across those years is generally straightforward.