audi a3

  1. EmmaDilemma

    Sline recaro seats vs Golf mk4

    Help! I have to make a choice and quick, I've already arranged to pick the the golf's up but come across some slides at the same price 300, and don't know what to do! The golf's are an hour away and come from a 5dr. Heated. The slines are from a 3dr and are also heated. I've been sent a link...
  2. B

    Variable Performance with A3 2.0 TDI?

    Hi Guys, I've got a 2006 A3 2.0TDI (140) PD, BKD engine code. Something strange happens with this car throughout the drive. E.g in the morning on first start, the car will be a bit sluggish which I expect is normal as it isn't fully warm. When the engine is half way warm the performance will...
  3. Toblahoe

    Audi A3 (04) Radiator/Coolant Problems

    My girlfriend has an audi a3 (2004) which is having problems with the radiator sensors or the radiator itself. Mainly, once the car has started and has been running for a few seconds, a check coolant warning will light up on the dash with several beeps, I have checked the coolant and even...
  4. S

    VAG users in Sutton (Surrey)

    Hello. Are there any persons living in Sutton (Surrey) that have a VAG cable and PC to read some codes on my Audi? I will of course pay for the privilege. Many thanks.
  5. cppp

    PCP finance?

    Hi, I just paid off my A1 ;) so now I'm planning on getting the FL A3 all speced up which would cost around 30k. I will be trading my A1 which would be worth around 10k (as a deposit). My credit rating isn't so good not because I missed payment, etc2, just that I've been moving quite a lot in...
  6. S

    Audi A3 8P Aftermarket Android Problems.

    Hi all, My first post here and hoping someone with more experience can help. I have now gone through about 5 different headunits. 1. http://xtrons.co.uk/pf75aa3ar-7-android-5-1-lollipop-quad-core-car-dvd-player-with-screen-mirroring-function-obd2-for-audi-a3-s3.html All wiring, steering...
  7. Buxx1

    Please help with Central Locking

    for a long time when pressing the unlock on the fob twice all the cars doors opened but the passenger door. The passenger door only unlocked by manually opening the door from the inside. Yesterday, somehow, several times the passenger door unlocked with the rest of the car doors. So it was...
  8. D

    A3 mmi screen snapped, help!

    So I had a drunken idiot in my car who has snapped my screen. It is still hanging on but it won't turn on and is obviously getting stuck when it tries to pop up. The screen is slightly cracked on the corner, I'm hoping it will still work and it just needs reconnecting. How much is it to get it...
  9. D

    A3 mmi screen snapped!

    So I had a drunken idiot in my car who has snapped my screen. It is still hanging on but it won't turn on and is obviously getting stuck when it tries to pop up. The screen is slightly cracked on the corner, I'm hoping it will still work and it just needs reconnecting. How much is it to get it...
  10. D

    Audi A3 moon roof explosion

    Good Morning everyone , Iam a little desperate and extremely upset at Audi ! About two weeks ago Iam driving to work on a beautiful 45 degree morning there was an accident on the parkway so I was going about 35 mph when all the sudden I hear and explosion and my moon roof glass fall all over...
  11. C

    Aud 3 2008 facelift

    Hi, I am not sure if this is the right place to post this but I hope I may be able to get an answer. I am looking at buying an audi a3 and I know there was a facelift in 2008. However I see some cars saying 2008 (57). My question is, what reg does the car need to be to have had the facelift...
  12. J

    Audi A3 1.9tdi central locking issue.

    Hi new to the forum so bear with me not sure if iv posted in the correct place. Having a problem with my central locking on my 53 plate a3. Mechanism works fine and all doors unlock when I put the key in the ignition. Took her to the garage as I expected the key simply needed re coding. After...
  13. C

    What wheels are these?!

    Can someone please identify these wheels? Thank you if you can!
  14. NatalieBx

    New car

    Ok so I'm in the process of completing my order for an A3 (although I'm hearing the S3 is a lot better) anyway I've specced it all up and was told I'd get delivery by April. Then I see rumours online that there's a facelift coming out this year. So now I'm in a dilemma, do I go ahead with this...
  15. SnazzyWafles

    A3 8p Sportback Cruise Control Retrofit

    Had cruise control fitted on the 20th by @NHN. All working, clean professional oem-like install. He turned up with the right tools and took great care when dismantling the trim and in the general fitting of the parts. Clearly a very safe set of hands. Overall I'd give him a 10/10 for the...
  16. Uzzykhan

    AUDI A3 8P DIS MPG

    Hi, Just bought an Audi A3 8p 55' plate SE 1.9TDi model. The red LED screen between the Rev gauge and the speedometer does not light up at all. I think it's called the DIS. Where it should display the MPG and what not. Can someone tell me if this model does not have it built in or is there a...
  17. Uzzykhan

    Audi A3 8P DIS MPG DISPLAY

    Hi, Just bought an Audi A3 8p 55' plate SE 1.9TDi model. The red LED screen between the Rev gauge and the speedometer does not light up at all. I think it's called the DIS. Where it should display the MPG and what not. Can someone tell me if this model does not have it built in or is there a...
  18. E5 FUL

    A3 8P Anti Roll bar advice

    Wanting to get some ARBs for my 2.0 tdi sport A3. Looking at either the H&R or Eibach ones, any others I should consider/avoid?? Currently on the standard sport suspension, however looking at getting some coilovers later down the line. Will this be an issue, eg. should I do the suspension...
  19. S

    Rattling front suspension

    Hi everyone, first time posting here. I have a a3 sport sline 2.0tdi 140. The front n/s suspension has a annoying rattle when driving over rough parts of the road. I have replaced anti roll bar links yesterday and has made a slight diffrence but not stopped it completely. Does anyone have any...
  20. L

    ABS, power steering, handbrake light and airbag light all on

    Ok guy in need of some help or advice, my 2003 a3 2.0tdi is flashing up the abs, red power steering, handbrake and airbag light all at the same time and I've no power steering! At first it only done it when the car was warm upon start up but now it's all the time, I've had my battery checked and...