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Audi S3 - sugarytea - 12-10-2017
Yes, I know this is a japanese club so I probably won't get too far here but come on, try your level best to be even slightly unbiased!
I'm looking at changing cars, I do this very often. Currently have a lovely IS300 which I do enjoy a lot but can't help my eyes wandering anymore, really like the look of Audi S3's (The older shape, I'm not rich) and was wondering if anyone here had any experience, first hand or otherwise?
Audi S3 - FirebirdPhil - 12-10-2017
My brother had one as a company car - he said and these are his words!!!
"they are great whilst in warranty, out of warranty it will drain your wallet"
Audi S3 - sugarytea - 12-10-2017
Reliability/parts wise? The fuel consumption cannot be any worse than my 300 auto, so not worried about fuel. And actually saying that I've spent a lot on parts for the my lex aswell, unlucky as I was.
Audi S3 - FirebirdPhil - 12-10-2017
The amount of times it was in the stealership was worrying for a "quality" brand. It had a new cylinder head after 12K and then a new short engine and clutch after 60K (cracked block). After 3 years and 100K it was well worn out, but a nice enough car.
Audi S3 - Lexusboy - 12-10-2017
I think the Audi are good but like the above posts while in warrenty.
One thing to watch for is the dsg Auto gear box they have areal problem and can cost a small fortune to repair.
Body work however is first class.
Audi S3 - Andy-R. - 12-10-2017
Gord had an S4 avant ask him what that was like can't be much difference between the 2 engine wise.
Audi S3 - Bandit - 12-10-2017
Yes and the aircon in them is amazing
Audi S3 - Bandit - 12-10-2017
Gord Yer you have a point mate :lol::lol:
Never seen ice grow on a windscreen before, totally amazing system on that motor :thumbup1:
Audi S3 - Andy-R. - 12-10-2017
Gord True mate i did have Audi S4 Avant 4.2 V8 344bhp model, sold car, loved it mate, i miss it to, power all the way, only had one problem, coil pack £27 to replace, service history is a must have, being a 4.2 v8 mpg was not its strong pointhock: but i knew this before i got it :thumbup1: mine was a 2004 model and the cabin build was fantastic, much better then the BMW 330d i had of the same year.
You still never sent me pics of it matey:Sulk:
Audi S3 - Bandit - 12-10-2017
I went for a blast in it with Gord mate, fantastic motor and the power was just great :thumbup1: