Audi S3
Audi S3
Always liked these.
Anyone had one?
Just read the EVO buying guide for it. Got me thinking.
Probably sportback version.
Views sought, including real-world mpg pls.
Ta
Anyone had one?
Just read the EVO buying guide for it. Got me thinking.
Probably sportback version.
Views sought, including real-world mpg pls.
Ta
http://www.rathmhor.com | Coaching, training, consultancy
Re: Audi S3
Do like these, considering changing my hot hatch for one. Wouldn't mind a shot of one
http://www.gumtree.com/p/audi/audi-s3-2 ... 1085715064
Nice in blue
3.5 for that model
http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/evocarr ... di_s3.html
Maybe the newer ones are better
http://www.gumtree.com/p/audi/audi-s3-2 ... 1085715064
Nice in blue
3.5 for that model
http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/evocarr ... di_s3.html
Maybe the newer ones are better
Re: Audi S3
Review reads well, generally. I'm not allowed a GTI, so this seems to make sense as a more advanced alternative...
http://www.rathmhor.com | Coaching, training, consultancy
Re: Audi S3
Yeah looks good. What year you thinking?
Re: Audi S3
Interesting timing as I have been thinking about changing the BMW!
Started looking at MK6 Golf GTI's then realised I would need to buy an Edition 30 as it comes with a de-tuned S3 engine which then lead me onto the S3!
Been distracted on route with MK7 GTD's and 125d's as it will be Lynda's daily so MPG still important!
Edit to add; Had the old shape S3, 1.8 turbo version a few years back and it was a great car, really nice place to sit. Pretty quick once chipped, and nothing could touch it on A/B roads as it was so sure footed which was also it down side especially on track as it would never want to play
Started looking at MK6 Golf GTI's then realised I would need to buy an Edition 30 as it comes with a de-tuned S3 engine which then lead me onto the S3!
Been distracted on route with MK7 GTD's and 125d's as it will be Lynda's daily so MPG still important!
Edit to add; Had the old shape S3, 1.8 turbo version a few years back and it was a great car, really nice place to sit. Pretty quick once chipped, and nothing could touch it on A/B roads as it was so sure footed which was also it down side especially on track as it would never want to play

alicrozier wrote:As Robin said, need to be comfortable and confident to push right up to the limit - sometimes you only find the limit by going beyond it...
(that's why I think Mike will do fine, that and his lack of imagination).![]()
Re: Audi S3
Budget implies 2009. But not well-read enough on them to be sure. Think the Sportback is 2008 on and that appeals a bit more. Strangely! Need to check if boot bigger etc.mxvx wrote:Yeah looks good. What year you thinking?
http://www.rathmhor.com | Coaching, training, consultancy
Re: Audi S3
Campbell. Still insane leasing deals on the Golf R. Even personal leasing is £220-ish inc vat. No brainer. Highly rated car (in all the mags) and insane value.
AMG GT-R
Atom 4 - CM425
Lotus Esprit S4S
G30 M5 Comp
Ferrari 599
Lotus Elise S1 "Shed" spec
Atom 4 - CM425
Lotus Esprit S4S
G30 M5 Comp
Ferrari 599
Lotus Elise S1 "Shed" spec
Re: Audi S3
With you all the way, Andy. Sadly the missus is adamant. No more Golf.
We actually want an A5 but they're a bridge too far right now.
I'll try the Jedi Mind Tricks again just in case.
We actually want an A5 but they're a bridge too far right now.
I'll try the Jedi Mind Tricks again just in case.
http://www.rathmhor.com | Coaching, training, consultancy
Re: Audi S3
Yup. S3 doesn't get anything like as good reviews and this is a steal.
AMG GT-R
Atom 4 - CM425
Lotus Esprit S4S
G30 M5 Comp
Ferrari 599
Lotus Elise S1 "Shed" spec
Atom 4 - CM425
Lotus Esprit S4S
G30 M5 Comp
Ferrari 599
Lotus Elise S1 "Shed" spec
Re: Audi S3
Think all the good deals are now done on the Golf R Andy, looks like you had to get your order in before the end of October.
alicrozier wrote:As Robin said, need to be comfortable and confident to push right up to the limit - sometimes you only find the limit by going beyond it...
(that's why I think Mike will do fine, that and his lack of imagination).![]()
Re: Audi S3
So. Since the Golfs are all sold out
who's had a mk 2 Audi S3 and can offer a long term review? Anyone?

http://www.rathmhor.com | Coaching, training, consultancy
Re: Audi S3
I read all be it on SELOC the Golf R prices have gone up.Andy G wrote:Campbell. Still insane leasing deals on the Golf R. Even personal leasing is £220-ish inc vat. No brainer. Highly rated car (in all the mags) and insane value.
No lotus
Exige Sport 350 (Sold)
Elise Cup 250 (Air con and radio tubby spec) (Sold)
Evora S (sold)
Exige Sport 350 (Sold)
Elise Cup 250 (Air con and radio tubby spec) (Sold)
Evora S (sold)
Re: Audi S3
Very reliable - no problems since 2007. Only thing is that the tires need to checked a lot and the alloys are easily damaged on the tdi s-line dsg...


2007 Elise (sold), 2018 Mustang, 2021 Raptor
- Stevoraith
- Posts: 1068
- Joined: Sat Oct 07, 2006 5:31 pm
- Location: Kirkcaldy, Fife
Re: Audi S3
Replacement for the Skoda or Mini Campbell?
Isn't the S3 just a Golf GTI which doesn't look as good, doesn't handle as well and costs more?

Isn't the S3 just a Golf GTI which doesn't look as good, doesn't handle as well and costs more?


VX220 2.2 - Gone
BMW 335d Touring F31- Fastest car on the road
MINI Cooper 1.5- More fun than the BMW
BMW 335d Touring F31- Fastest car on the road
MINI Cooper 1.5- More fun than the BMW