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    S3 8V - 19" Alloy issues on saloon

    Hi all, I had my 17 plate S3 saloon delivered in mid April, already on my second set of alloys as the first set were very poor quality. Machine polished face was not covered well by lacquer on the edges, leaving a very bad finish. Reported these issues less than 24 hours after taking...
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    AMI Ipod question

    I have my ipod linked through AMI in my S3. Quite regularly when I switch the car back on it automatically defaults to the very first track on on my ipod collection and does not continue from the track I left it on. This does not happen all the time, just 1 in 3 occaisions. Is there anyhting...
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    S3 Sportback - Day One

    So I've had my S3 Sportback for one day, here are my thoughts so far: - the car is amazingly quick, puts the power down with little fuss, and moves you along rapidly. - the noise it makes in dynamic mode is amazing and very addictive - glad I opted for manual over s-tronic, I can see both...
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    19" BBS CK Alloys

    Evening, Will soon be getting my new S3 delivered and already looking at a new set of rims! Has anybody fitted 19" BBS CK's to their S3? Do you have any photo's of any 19" wheels fitted to an S3? Trying to get a view of what looks good and what doesn't! Cheers in advance.
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    S3 - BW 48

    Talked to my dealer today and he confirmed the car has left the factory and is its way to the port.....exciting times, hoping I may have it by Xmas. Does anybody know if and how long the running in period is? I have heard so many conflicting views it would be nice to get something definitive...
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    A4 1.8tQS - For Sale £2,500 ono

    Hi all, Well it's time to put my A4 up for sale. Just purchased a Leon Cupra R today and will part ex the Audi if I cannot sell it privately. Details of the car as follows: Audi A4 1.8t Quattro Sport X reg (reg jan 2001) Ebony Black 73,000 miles Mot and Tax till Aug 09 FSH (part...
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    A4 1.8QTS - Selling Price

    Hi all, I have been offered a new car at a really tempting price, only way for the deal to work is for me to sell my current A4 1.8QTS. Does anybody have an idea of what it's worth? It's in ebony black on a 2001 (X reg) plate. It has covered 73k miles with a full service history, part...
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    HELP - TYRE ADVICE

    Hi, I have a 2000 1.8 QTS. 3 of my tyres need replacing, the remaining good one is a pirelli p6000 on the n/s/f. Given the quattro system do I need to do a like for like replacement i.e. should the tyres on each axle be the same make and have the same tread pattern? I am sure I have read this...
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    Independent Audi Garages in Norfolk

    Hi, I have an A4 QTS. My local audi dealer has advised me that the rear driveshaft seal has gone and is leaking oil, they have recommended it is replaced ASAP. I was quoted 185 quid and, given my reluctance to line the dealers pockets, have decided to look elsewhere for the job to be...
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    Leather Colour Help

    Hi, I currently own a 2001 B5 A4 qts. The drivers side leather bolster has some scuff marks and I want to order some scuff master dye (www.liquidleather.com/scuffs) to touch them up. The order form is asking for manufacturer colour/colour code. Does anybody have a clue as to what colour...
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    Superchips/More Power

    Hi all, I have a 2001 1.8t quattro sport and would like to get a bit more power form the engine. I have seen superchips bluefin for sale and this looks like a quick and easy method to improve performance. Has anybody got one of these and can they recommend them? Any other recommendations...
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    VAG COM

    Have seen everybody talking about this. What is this, is this a diagnostic i have to get my local audi garage to do? I have had my car for two weeks and would like to get it checked out to have any problems sorted. It is an A4 quattro sport.
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    Stereo code

    Hi, had a flat battery yesterday and jumped started the car. Everything working okay but my standard audi stereo has knackered. Obviously i need some sort of security code but have no stereo manuals with the car. Can anybody help/give me some advice? I have only had the car two weeks so any...
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    Tyre Pressures

    HI, I have just bought a X reg 1.8t quattro sport A4. It does not have a manual. Can anybody please tell me the correct tyre pressures for an unladen and fully laden car. It has the standard 17 inch alloys. Thanks.
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    A4 Leather Seat Retrim

    Hi, I have an A$ Quattro Sport (B5). The leather side bolster on the drivers seat has worn and needs retrimming. Does anybody know where I could get this done? I live in the Norfolk area but would be prepared to travel. I am new to Audi ownership, can anybody tell me more about the N75...