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    Recommended UK VW Forum?

    Hi all, I will be taking a break as an Audi owner (but will be back! :thumbs up:). Does anyone have any recommendations for a reputable active UK VW forum (Tiguan coming as the new family car). Nothing will match up to Audi-Sport and that’s the challenge trying to find a well trodden VW owners...
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    Sold Vauxhall Meriva 2013 1.4 16V Tech Line 5dr

    Vauxhall Meriva 2013 (63 reg) 1.4 16V Tech Line Euro 5 5dr 38,659 miles £5,850 1.4 Techline in Orange (Vx Red) Well maintained with full service history. Goodyear EfficientGrip tyres all round: Tread 6mm+ front | 7mm+ rear Currently selling the family Meriva, see Autotrader advert for full...
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    Sold Audi A3 2014 1.8 TFSI S line Sportback S Tronic 5dr

    Audi A3 2014 (14 reg) 1.8 TFSI S line Sportback S Tronic 5dr 60,061 miles £13,250 1.8T petrol 180BHP S-Tronic model Full Audi main dealer service history Timing belt, thermostat & Water pump replaced at 48,301 miles Continental ContiSportContact tyres all round: Tread 5mm+ front | 4mm+ rear...
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    VCDS Fault - 328964 - Motor for Front Air Distribution Flap

    Hi all, I noticed last week that I don't seem to be getting even cold air distribution from my vents. The air-con is working as I get cold air from the drivers side vent nearest the window, some from the centre vent but not from the passenger side nearest the window or centre vent. Air flow is...
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    Alloy Wheel Repair Kits good or bad?

    Hi all, Does anyone have experience of the small alloy wheel repair kits? Got a couple of small scuffs that I want to smooth out and just cover over. Not bad enough for refurbishment but do look a bit unsightly when it's all clean. Just want to smooth them out and blend in if possible. Quoted...
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    Brake Discs and Hubs - Corrosion/Rust

    Hi all, Mentioned this in a recent post having just got my A3 about 5 weeks ago. Annoyed at the corrosion/rust on the brake discs. Didn’t really notice the extend until gave it a good clean the other week. Rear appear worse than the front. Also wondering if brake performance is effected...
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    Winter Tyres 225/40/18

    Hi folks, Looking for some advice on winter tyres for my 2014 1.8 TFSI S-Tronic S-Line. Anyone got any recent experiences brand wise for similar car and tyre size? (I used to have Nokian's on my 2007 8P 2.0TDI) Doesn't seem to be that many options for 225/40/18 out there for Winter tyres. I...
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    VCDS Scan - Fault found - 329988 - Motor for Defroster Flap

    Hi all, After a bit of help on this. Took a scan of my car today and got the following error. Had a look around online and the Ross-Tech forum but am non the wiser (not to say I haven't foolishly missed something that is!). Any help, much appreciated. Thanks! Address 08: Auto HVAC (E87)...
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    Air vent rings

    Bought a set of red air vent rings to see if they will add a bit of suitable colour to the interior. Have placed them just to see what I think but can’t quite decide if they look good or “tacky”. Any thoughts people? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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    Power Folding Mirrors Aftermarket Retrofit

    Hi all, Been reading about retrofitting power fold mirrors. Seen a few threads on here and also researched on line. Have seen some components and full kits knocking around. Anyone have a firm answer on what's required or a good quality garage/fitter for them? Got my 8V arriving soon (14...
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    Soon to be a member of the 8V club

    Hi all, thought I would put my first post in the 8V section. Will shortly be taking delivery of my 14 plate 1.8TFSI S-Tronic S-Line A3 sportback. Moving over from the 8P club having owned an 07 plate 2.0tdi Sport for the last 5 years. [emoji3] Sent from my SM-T713 using Tapatalk
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    Tints on 2007 Akoya Silver Sportback

    Hi all, Started a topic on this a while back. Went for full blinds in the end but now looking to finally get some tints at a local reasonably priced price who use Llumar products. Does anyone know the best percentage to get for as close to OEM factory shade as possible? Have read a lot and...
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    New Battery - A3 Sportback 2007 Sport

    Hi all, Looking to replace my battery and not sure if I should go for an up-rated one or just standard replacement offering. I think it is the original battery so nearly 10 years old. Or at the least a replacement OEM fit as it is a MOLL battery which I believe Audi and many VAG cars use. Any...
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    Brake Fitment for new pads

    Hi, I need some new front pads for my 2007 Sportback. I think they are 1ZE fitment but not 100% sure. I have attached a couple of pics of my boot sticker, not great but readable if you zoom in. Can anyone confirm? I asked a parts supplier and they said 1ZE but I would like to be sure. Thanks...
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    Akoya Silver 2007 A3 Sport Wheel Refurb

    Hi folks, I am taking my Akoya Silver (hopefully that's right!) 2007 A3 Sportback sport in for a full wheel refurb shortly and need some opinions and help. I know colour is personal preference. I was just going to stick with the standard Audi silver to keep them factory looking but the place...
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    Mixing XL and non-XL tyres

    Hi all, Just after some advice. I have just noticed on my wife's 09 plate Corsa that on the front she has XL tyres and on the back, normal non-XL tyres. Not sure how long these have been on but must have been fitted whilst she owned the car. Is this recommended? I always thought you should...
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    Paint Correction Service in Leeds / West Yorkshire Area

    Hi all, Can anyone recommend or know of a good quality paint correction service in or around the Leeds area? Preferably mobile that come to you or not too far away to travel to? My wife's Corsa has terrible webbing, swirls and light scratching that I would like to sort out. Have read a lot...
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    2007 A3 2.0TDi Sportback 5Dr 225/45 R17 91 Y- Tyre Advice

    Hi all, Having read the many threads on here with advice on tyres, I have narrowed down my options to the two below (I think!). Does anyone have experience of ether of these with any recommendations? Thanks. 225/45R17 91Y GOODYEAR EAGLE F1 ASYMMETRIC 2 £102.00 per tyre fully fitted by...
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    2007 A3 2.0TDi engine oil

    Hi all, Got a check oil warning light that popped up today on my dash. Checked dip stick and oil looks just above minimum. Engine was still warm when checked and more or less parked on a flat surface. So I assume it needs a top up rather than a fault. I can't seem to find my oil type in the...
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    Winter Tyres - some options for mid-range cost

    Hi all, I am looking at some options for mid-range cost winter tyres. I don't want to spend loads but equally don't want cheap ones that will be no good. I have looked around and found 3 options on MyTyres.co.uk as possible ones to buy. Will be putting on existing rims and storing summer tyres...