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    Advanced Key issue

    Keys and phones do not belong in the same pocket!
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    What is happening to Audi ?

    Frustrating thing is that they do sell the 8v with a 2.0TFSI 220bhp in the USA.
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    My stupidness

    Another lesson: Never go abroad without your spare key!
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    Post Pics Of Your A3/S3 8v In Here

    Nice, but a little too low for my liking. I see this a lot. If the wheels do not sit symmetrically in the wheelarches it is a no go for me. Check this one though. Now these guys do understand how to get the perfect stance: Audi A3 clubsport quattro concept - YouTube
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    Auto Dimming mirror is it just me?

    It works fine on my 8P but only if I leave the rear head rests all the way down. If the head rests are on the first click up (what I prefer) they are in the way and light from the car behind you does not reach the sensor in the mirror! You can actually see the shadow of the headrest across the...
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    S3 Saloon Ordering Dilemma

    Advanced key is something I would definitely want. Although too expensive for what it is it is worth it for me for the peace of mind of not having a key embedded in my kneecap in case of a collision!
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    184PS Premium Diesel Test

    In my 2.0FSI (Petrol, non turbo) the difference is huge! I think this is due to the higher octane number (RON98) though more than the "ultimate" additions. Diesel is a different story I think.
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    Getting to know your Audi

    Probably the same way as on the 8P: switch off engine and then give the wiper stalk a flick. The wipers will go half-way and stop there.
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    2013 A3 1.8 TFSI remap ?

    Do you have a manual or s-tronic gearbox? Although the bog standard 1.8TFSI can produce something like 320NM, when the car has the s-tronic box the engine is limited to 250NM because the 7-speed version can't handle more than that. Apart from the extra bhp it probably wouldn't feel any faster...
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    2013 Audi S3

    Both colours look good but Estoril... wow! What a spanking good colour that is!
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    It has arrived!

    Congratulations! As far as being kept in the loop I think you Brits are actually quite spoiled compared to us Dutchmen. When I ordered my last car I heard nothing until the day the car was ready for delivery. Same goes for courtesy cars. All the time I hear how you guys get stuff like a nice S4...
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    Running In ?

    Letting the engine warm up before booting it is always important.
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    Experience with magnetic ride?

    A while ago I was waiting at the dealers while they were fixing something (window mechanism had snapped and wouldn't go up anymore) and I got talking to a woman who had an allroad with adjustable suspension (can't remember if it was A4 or A6). Her suspension had packed in for the umpteenth time...
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    Audi A3 MPV

    How is that different from a Q3?
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    Wet windows / doors retaining water - normal?

    I have this in my 8p. I think it is normal, it is just the felt that gets wet.
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    Road noise

    I think it is simply a case of the A4 being larger. Larger cars are usually better insulated from road noise.
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    S Line and Light and Rain Sensor Pack

    My dad does.. He considers the EU DRL legislation to be a conspiracy of either the light bulb industry or the oil industry and refuses point blank to use lights in daylight. He just bought a new Kia Cee'd and when I told him about new cars always having DRLs he almost threw a fit. Even before...
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    Sportback Advice Needed!

    Verify with your dealer what kind of suspension it is going to have. I've seen the posts about the S-line sportback not having s-line suspension but sport suspension as standard but better safe than sorry. Personally I would go for the sport suspension. It is the perfect compromise between style...
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    2013 Audi S3

    Audi blues are difficult to judge on photos/videos. My current car is Mauritius blue and I love it. After seeing many pictures of of scuba blue I decided it was not for me. It appeared to be missing that deepness of Mauritius. Things changed yesterday. I was at the dealers to have the summer...
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    Folding Mirror package

    Dent removal and repaint or even worse, requiring new doors or panels, is gonna cost way more than 500.