s3 8v

  1. M

    Help needed

    Hi all, New to the forum. Looking for a bit advice. Reserved a 69 plate Audi s3 black edition. Test drove the car and loved it. Currently have a 69 plate Leon Cupra. Love how the Audi just plants the power. Noticed a couple issues though cosmetically. Bodywork and alloys are mint but the rear...
  2. localknoxville

    Anyone on here own either of these?

    Hello, I know it’s a long shot but anyone on here own either of these previously? MC65BZX KX64YOR
  3. localknoxville

    Wanted Audi S3 8V chassis

    Hello, just starting to look for an Audi S3 8V chassis l‘ve had 5 S3 8L‘s, so now fancy a bit of a change I’ve been to see a few already but still want to see what’s out there I would prefer the 2 door version, black or blue is preferred choice I prefer a manual gearbox but that’s not a deal...
  4. Baawlz

    Audi A3 8V - Valve Cover Gasket and Cam Cover Gasket Replacement DIY

    Hello, New to this forum but I need help. Currently in the process of doing my valve cover gasket and my cam cover gasket do to a failing PCV cause abnormal crankcase pressure and blowing out my seals. Basically got almost everything pulled out, just a couple bolt left to remove + fully...
  5. D

    S3 Oil temp info for reference

    Evening all. First post on the site. I generally just hide in the background taking the information in. Thought I'd contribute something I observed a while ago whilst trawling the threads for info. One thing I remember looking for was how to get the oil temp readout on the display which...
  6. Rip

    Sold Audi S3 8V Rear Differential 0CQ525010 L (Latest revision, under 10k miles) - £550

    **Just listed on eBay also** **Please WhatsApp/text 07743427201 as I don't get notification emails here** I bought this a couple of years ago to replace the one in my Audi S3 8V but never actually got around to it and now I've sold the car I have no use for it. When I bought it I was told that...
  7. E

    Audi S3 8V FL - Front Headlights not dynamic

    Hello All, Hoping to get some information, or some help on a curious issue I found recently with my S3. I previously had a 66 plate S3 prior to this one, swapped out for a newer model with less mileage. My old S3 had sweeping turn signals on both the front and rear headlights. I have now got...
  8. calw123

    Drivers window

    So my drivers window goes down fine, but putting it up the window gets stuck around 50% of the way up. Check the rubber channels and can't see any obstructions but it looks as if the glass is pointing too far towards the centre of the car so it is becoming too tight to the rubber seals. I'm...
  9. Rip

    Sold 2014 Audi S3 (8V) - 3 Door Hatch - S-Tronic - Bang & Olufsen - (Possibly all dealer options?) - Very nice condition

    [Not currently advertised elsewhere] 2014 3-Door Hatch Exlusive paint (Daytona Pearl Grey) S-Tronic (Switchable drive modes plus a user customizable drive mode) 79,700k All the usual S3 options plus those listed below Based in Gloucester (Just off J12 of M5) Excellent condition inside & out...
  10. R

    Vibration when turning

    Hi I was after some advice I have an Audi S3 facelift model and recently I have noticed that when I am driving and turning or cornering quickly I get a vibration sound this is even at low speed or even when I am reversing in to the drive when turning the steering wheel. I was initially thinking...
  11. MickHumphrey

    Sold Milltek Cat back valved Gt100 tips both Res & Non-Res for 8V S3 Sportback

    I have had this sitting around my workshop for over a year after I took it off my 2015 S3 Sportback prior to selling it so probably needs a clean up. It has the resonated and non resonated pipes so your choice. It's got the valves as well. Also has the reducer to fit standard exhaust after the...
  12. ClubSandwich

    Audi S3 8V Manual - Res Delete

    Hi I currently own a Manual '17 S3 8V and am looking into a Res delete to enhance the exhaust sound from the vehicle. Basically I'm hoping for more 'pops and bangs' whilst the car is in Dynamic mode, and for the exhaust sound to remain relatively inoffensive/stock whilst in Eco/Comfort modes...
  13. randy4

    For Sale MTM Cantronic S3 8V tuning box

    S3 8V MTM tuning box for sale - £350. Successfully been running on two S3 cars in turn (previous owner on here then my car for 18k miles before selling the car). This is aimed at the PFL model but might fit other cars. Looks like it works on Golf R too by the looks of the label. Gained...
  14. chrisrs180

    Next Upgrade? DP or CAI?

    Looking to eek a little more from my S3 8V FL. It's running really nicely but I'm rarely completely satisfied with anything. Next on the list is a proper intake or a catted downpipe. I'm really very interested in the Mountune X3 intake, here: https://www.mountune52.com/products/x3-intake It...
  15. 420S3

    S3 8V drive select not available

    Hi all, I have a audi s3 8v that is missing the drive select feature, its greyed out on screen and the Drive Select button doesn't do anything. I took it to a coding guy who tried fixing it but couldn't as he said the mmi has been refitted and will need flashing to s3 firmware. Is there...
  16. chrisrs180

    Re-introduction

    Hi there all. Bit of a re-introduction for me as I've had many Audi's on a few different forums over the years but I've managed to 'curb' a few other money-draining, time-consuming hobbies (hifi/golf) and concentrate on my original/favorite (and also most money-draining and time-consuming)...
  17. ZeroCalifer

    Wheel Stud Conversion Kit on Audi 8V S3

    Hello everyone. I have a 2018 8V S3, with a 2.0 TFSI engine. I've ordered some aftermarket wheels, which I know the factory lugs aren't going to fit. Diameter of the head on the OEM bolts is too big. Knowing that I should purchase a set of longer bolts or convert to a wheel stud conversion kit...
  18. 420S3

    Audi S3 missing drive select & stop start

    Hi all, So I recently (2 weeks ago) bought a s3 8v that is remapped to stage 2, the car drives beautifully and sounds amazing however a few issues the guy told me was due to the remap I dont think are anything to do with that now. When I bought the car I got the tyres replaced a day later the...
  19. G

    OBD Port disable by removing fuses

    Ive seen a few other threads/posts on here about disabling the OBD by simply removing 2 fuses, but these are all for the prefacelift S3 not the post 2016 8V. Can anyone tell me which fuses need removing from the S3 8V please? (PM so not to make the info public)
  20. K

    For Sale *** Best value Audi S3 Saloon in the country, stage 3 modified.

    Audi S3 Saloons with this age and mileage are selling for around £21,000+. You can have a car, that looks much better, but drives and goes much better too. To get a car to this specification and standard, it would cost you (figures below) well over £20,000 in parts and fitting. However, for an...