S3 2019 Suspension & Exhaust

[oxford_ara_S3]

Can you guys help me out with some exhaust and suspension suggestions?

Exhaust - being an OPF car, the noise just isn't there. Anyone recommend any systems that won't cost the earth but make a worthy difference, ideally keeping as close to OEM visuals as possible?

Suspension - The factory ride height for the S3 leaves arch gaps that don't look the best. Can you post pictures of your set ups and detail what you have? Also, if you have spacers, what would you recommend that subtly fills the arches?

 

[Scotty75]

For the exhaust. Maybe get a Resonator delete, £80 roughly in the UK. Assume you’re out of warranty by now so not an issue. This gives a definite improvement.

I’ve got a 2017 S3 , I’ve not lowered it. Roads are too rough where I live ! If I were to do it I’d go for Elbach lowering springs. I’ve fitted Bimmec spacers. 15mm front and 20mm rear. Looks way better with them fitted. Cost me £160.

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[oxford_ara_S3]

For the exhaust. Maybe get a Resonator delete, £80 roughly in the UK. Assume you’re out of warranty by now so not an issue. This gives a definite improvement.

I’ve got a 2017 S3 , I’ve not lowered it. Roads are too rough where I live ! If I were to do it I’d go for Elbach lowering springs. I’ve fitted Bimmec spacers. 15mm front and 20mm rear. Looks way better with them fitted. Cost me £160.

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Thanks for that mate. Looks good with the spacers! I was thinking Eibachs as well, maybe -25mm as that’s not a huge drop but should make a noticeable difference.

I considered a res delete but this car has an OPF so I think a cat back system is the only solution tbh.

 

[Scotty75]

Would sound massively better with a cat back, no particulate filter would also be a plus.

Lowering 25mm should be just right , as long as your roads aren’t shot to pieces


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