The Volkswagen EOS is a hardtop convertible coupe produced from 2007 to 2016 (US market, Europe 2006 to 2015), most famous for its sophisticated 5-piece folding hardtop roof (sometimes called the CSC roof, for Coupe-Sliding-Cabriolet) that allowed the EOS to function as both a coupe and a convertible with a single button press. The EOS replaced the earlier MK3 Cabrio in VW's convertible lineup with a more upmarket and technologically advanced approach. Built at the VW AutoEuropa plant in Portugal, approximately 280,000 EOS vehicles were produced worldwide over the 9 to 10 year run. The EOS competed in the entry-luxury convertible segment with the Volvo C70 hardtop and the Audi A3 Cabriolet.
The glove box is the passenger-side dashboard storage compartment located below the airbag and above the passenger footwell. The EOS dashboard design was unique to the convertible body style and not shared with Golf or Jetta sedans on the same MK5/MK6 platform, so EOS glove boxes are EOS-specific and not directly interchangeable with sedan glove boxes. The complete glove box assembly includes the bin housing, hinged door with trim matching the interior color (beige, black, or gray), latch mechanism that may include a lock on some trim levels, internal light that activates when the door opens, and mounting hardware to the dashboard substrate.
The most common reasons VW EOS owners replace the glove box are: broken hinge from over-stuffing or impact from passengers (the most common failure, causing the door to sag or fall open), failed latch mechanism preventing the door from closing or staying closed (annoying and unsafe in a convertible with potential for items to fly out), internal light bulb burned out (minor functional issue), broken lock cylinder where the key no longer turns (security concern), scuffed or torn trim material from years of use, sagging door from worn hinge bushings, or full assembly damage from interior accidents or vandalism.
EOS owners typically replace the glove box during interior refresh, after damage from an incident, or when the existing one becomes too worn to repair acceptably. Our used OE glove box at $149 saves significant money over $400 to $650 dealer pricing or alternative new aftermarket prices. Replacing the entire assembly is often easier than rebuilding the hinge or latch on the existing unit, especially since OE replacement parts for the individual hinge or latch components are themselves expensive and difficult to source.
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Beige Interior (Cornsilk) | Light beige interior color option, glove box trim matches dashboard upper. Common on luxury-trim EOS variants. Confirm specific shade since beige tones varied slightly across production years. |
| Black Interior (Anthracite) | Most common EOS interior color, glove box trim in black with matching dashboard. The most readily available used glove box color due to higher production volume. |
| Gray Interior | Medium gray interior option on certain trim levels, less common than black. Glove box trim matches gray dashboard upper. Availability of matching used glove boxes is limited. |
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| INCLUDED | The complete glove box assembly with bin housing, hinged door, hinge mechanism, latch mechanism, internal light fixture, and trim material in the donor vehicle color. Bulb included where intact from donor. Lock cylinder included if equipped on donor. |
| NOT INCLUDED | Replacement light bulb (if donor bulb is dim or burned out, source a new small interior bulb), key for lock cylinder (will need to use existing key if matching by lock code, or accept the new lock cylinder with new key set), mounting bolts (reuse originals or source replacements), dashboard panels around the glove box (separate parts), passenger airbag (mounted above, separate part). |
| Tools You Need | Small Phillips and flathead screwdrivers, panel pry tool for trim removal (recommended to avoid scratching the EOS interior), 10mm socket (typical glove box mounting bolt size), small Torx bits for some EOS interior fasteners, masking tape for organizing parts during work, patience for careful interior trim removal. Most replacements take 30 to 60 minutes. |
The Volkswagen EOS glove box is compatible with the following EOS variants. Confirm year, trim, and interior color before ordering.
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen EOS 2.0T (2007 to 2016) | 2.0L TSI/FSI turbo engine, most common US variant |
| Volkswagen EOS 3.2L VR6 (2007 to 2008) | V6 high-performance variant, brief production |
| Volkswagen EOS Komfort (2007 to 2016) | Base US trim |
| Volkswagen EOS Lux (2007 to 2016) | Mid-trim with leather seats and more luxury |
| Volkswagen EOS Executive (2009 to 2016) | Higher trim with premium options |
| Volkswagen EOS R-Line (2014 to 2016) | Sport-styled trim |
| Volkswagen EOS Final Edition (2015 to 2016) | Limited final production edition |
| Volkswagen EOS TDI Diesel (Europe 2006 to 2015) | 2.0L TDI diesel variant, Europe only |
Not directly compatible with VW Golf MK5/MK6 or Jetta MK5/MK6 even though shared platform, since the EOS dashboard design is unique to the convertible body style. Also not compatible with VW MK3 Cabrio (predecessor convertible, 1994 to 2002) or VW Cabriolet (MK1 1979 to 1993) which use entirely different dashboard architectures. EOS-specific glove boxes are only available from EOS donor vehicles. Always confirm interior color and trim level when ordering.
Not sure if this Volkswagen EOS glove box fits your car? Call (240) 301-0095 with your year (2007 to 2016 US market), interior color (beige/cornsilk, black/anthracite, or gray), and trim level. Color matching is critical for visual consistency in the EOS dashboard. Our team confirms the right glove box for your specific EOS interior before we ship.
This used OE Volkswagen EOS glove box has been inspected before listing. Quality control includes:
Each glove box ships with the donor vehicle year, interior color, and any notable cosmetic conditions clearly identified. EOS glove boxes are sold as driver-quality used parts, expect some minor wear consistent with 8 to 15 years of normal interior use. Concours-grade restoration may require additional refurbishment.
| Application | Volkswagen EOS hardtop convertible |
|---|---|
| Year Range | 2007 to 2016 (US) | 2006 to 2015 (Europe) |
| Production Total | Approximately 280 | 000 EOS worldwide |
| Built At | Volkswagen AutoEuropa plant in Portugal |
| Notable Vehicle Feature | 5-piece folding hardtop roof (CSC roof system) |
| Platform | Golf MK5 (early) | Golf MK6 (later) |
| Engine Compatibility Refer | 2.0L TSI/FSI | 3.2L VR6 | 2.0L TDI (Euro) |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Position | Passenger side dashboard |
| Components Included | Bin | door | hinge | latch | internal light | lock (where equipped) |
| Interior Color Options | Beige (Cornsilk) | Black (Anthracite) | Gray |
| Trim Variants Supported | Komfort | Lux | Executive | R-Line | Final Edition |
| Material | Molded plastic with leather/vinyl/fabric trim |
| Predecessor Convertible | VW MK3 Cabrio (1994 to 2002 | different platform) |
| Sister Vehicles Platform | Golf MK5/MK6 | Jetta MK5/MK6 (different dashboard | NOT compatible) |
| Discontinued | VW EOS production ended 2016 (US) | 2015 (Europe) |
| Warranty | 15 day replacement on bench test failure |
| Shipping | Free UPS or FedEx Ground to all 50 states |
To file a claim, contact us within 15 days of delivery at (240) 301-0095 or support@vazautosolutions.com with the original order number, photos of the installed glove box, and a description of the issue. We process most warranty replacements within 48 hours subject to color availability.
