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  1. PCA7

    Headlight Change

    Hi All, I've just bought the wife an A3 2ltr tdi Quattro 184bhp, it's a 15plate so presume its pre-facelift. It has the halogen headlights but wanted to change them to the LED/Zenon headlights. Is this possible? Is it just plug and play? Any advise would be great TIA
  2. S

    Audi s3 mag ride suspension problems

    Hi, wondering if anyone can help I have a 2016 s3 saloon and the suspension light has come on the dash. I have tried changing level sensors etc, but no luck I have attached the fault codes, could someone help thanks.
  3. D

    Looking to identify these wheels

    Hi all, New to thos forum! Just recently purchased an Audi S3 8P and am looking to identify these alloy wheels. They look to be reps of the 5 arm rotars that came with the S3 but I can't seem to identify anywhere online as to where they might be from so I can ascertain the quality of them...
  4. S

    Two issues with 2019 S3 hatchback. Boot not opening & mirrors not folding

    Hi, Could anyone help. I’ve just had a 2019 S3 hatchback delivered today. The boot is not opening from the key but it makes the noise as if it is trying to but then doesnt. I have to manually lift it up with my hand. And secondly, my side mirrors are not folding in despite having the option to...
  5. R

    S3 8P 2009 02Q Whining on all gears.

    Hi! I recently drove pretty hard and missed a shift at over 6k RPM and since then its been sounding like straight cut gears (reverse) even when going forward on all 6 gears, its not loud but its there and its both annoying and scary if something might give up eventually. A couple months ago i...
  6. 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...
  7. ADazedRubber

    Coil overs for my PFL S3

    Good Evening, I’m wondering if any of you can shed light on some suspension solutions for me please. I currently have 99000 miles on my S3 and I have the Audi mag ride suspension, I know they will give up the goose at some point and don’t want to spend £400 per shock to get the replaced, I’d...
  8. nighthawkS3

    Bad acceleration 0-100

    Hello! Have an issue here. Recently I got dragy and decided to measure the acceleration. Config is S3 Facelift US version, DJJA engine 292hp, DQ381, Magnetic Ride. Stock. The fuel is 98 octane. Winter tires: Michelin Pilot Aplin 5 Conditions: 6 degrees Cels, dry road. My results are 5.06s...
  9. L

    Help needed - wheel colour on FL Ara Blue S3 saloon

    I picked up a black edition s3 saloon in ara blue last year. Recently drove over a massive pothole that buckled the front driver's side wheel. I've been to a repair shop who've told me that they can bend the wheel back into shape, but it can't be recut as it's been done too many times already...
  10. L

    Audi S3 2017 EPC/Engine Management

    Apologies if this thread has been seen lots of times here but I’m a new S3 owner and it’s my fist Audi so a little clueless so hoping for some advise or anyone who’s had a similar issue. a bit of back story on the issue, I’m driving around 50MPH on a dual carriageway and move over to the fast...
  11. J

    Audi s3 8p Owner

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  12. dhiren

    Intermittent misfire S3 no codes!!

    Hi all My s3 misfires on start-up, (unsure if the cold weather has anything to do with it). Seems to do it then clears up once warmed up, had it plugged in and data logged, doesn't show any codes or issues in the data. Couple months ago I had cambelt done and a full service with BKR7EIX...
  13. AvusQuattro21

    Retrofitting S3 rear bumper to 06 A3

    Hi all, just wondering if anyone can give me a clear answer here, I’ve recently bought an S3 rear bumper to fit on my 06 A3. I’ve seen loads of people say it can be done no issues and some say the exhaust isn’t in the right place, I’ve done some rough measuring and it seems to be in the right...
  14. S

    Audi S3 8V wanted Saloon - exhaust for sale?? Remus/Milltek

    Hi All, Seeing if anyone on here/knows of anyone selling an S3 8V FL Saloon exhaust? Milltek or Remus would be great - valved. Lets us know! Thanks :)
  15. J

    45 TFSI Engine info needed please

    Hi all, I'm hoping somebody can help me with some engine info to aid in a battle with my insurers...... Its about my 1.5yo A6 C8 45 TFSI (245). Note: the car is remapped to 305BHP and has been since about 1500 miles. It is remapped by a very reputable place. Also its important to note that...
  16. A

    Mobile interior expert

    Good morning, apologies if this has been answered elsewhere, I'm new here and am a bit lost :grumpy: I own a 09 A3 sportback TDi and i have just purchased a 11 S3 sportback. i am about to sell my A3 but I've noticed a few things i would like swapped from the 2 cars ASAP before selling next week...
  17. X

    Oil Smell and smoke from exhaust

    Hello, I have 2007 S3 8P and i can smell burning oil. This usually happens after a little drive. It has started to get worse where i can smell oil burning straight after i slow down from driving fast. When am in idle sometimes from the exhaust a cloud of white smoke starts and gets really bad...
  18. 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...
  19. L

    S3 8l no start

    Hey guys, I've decided to make an account on here to ask for help with my 2001 S3 Bam not starting, driving it back from work last week it was faultless, I then went to start it the next morning and nothing besides a loud click, it's also like the car resets everytime I turn the key to start it...
  20. atkins14

    Sold Audi S3 8P 2007 Phantom Black (305+BHP) - £7200 ono (Cheshire)

    I have my well loved 2007 Audi S3 8P 3-Door in Phantom Black for sale, owned for just over 7 years. Looking to get a larger family car now. Not in a major rush to sell the car, but just don’t get much use out of it anymore. Looking at around £7200 ono, car location is near Chester (Cheshire)...
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