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    Security for S3

    So I've recently brought a 2019 S3 and just before 6am I had men with balaclavas in my rear garden. Luckily my dogs Bark scared them off. I saw them run and get in a car before they made off. What do you guys have for securing your S3's. I was considering Ghost, though is there something better...
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    Looking to get a S5, year 2017 -2018, B8 or B9 engine help?

    Currently have a S3 2009, want to change to an S5 and been looking at 2017 and 2018. Most I look at have the B8 engine. Should I go for B9 instead and if so how do I go about finding one in that year range ?
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    Looking to buy a 2017 S5

    Looking at S5's and viewing one tomorrow. Can anyone give me any tips on what to look out for? Common faults etc ???
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    Rear passenger door on S3 2009 plate won't unlock from inside or out.

    My S3 rear passenger will not open. It's been to two places now and no avail. I've been told it's potentially the door module and it's 500 to get it fixed. There is a but,... if they break the door card whilst they try and take it off due to the door not opening. It may have an additional cost...
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    S3 mechanical door and whining noise issue

    Hey guys, it's been a while since I've been on here. Happy new year all. So now to my mechanical issue. I have a 2009 S3 with 130k on the clock. My problems started when I started to get a intermittent whinning noise. Almost like a Hamster on a wheel the faster I driver the quicker the noise...
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    S3 Cambelt and water pump

    Just been told my water pump sounds like it's on it's way out. A whirling noise. My S3 is a 59 plate, 104 900 miles and 4 years since last timing belt/pump change. Thoughts? And how much does this usually cost to buy and do?
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    S3 front headlight cracked

    Washing my 59plate S3 today and realised my headlight is cracked. Think i need to replace it?? 8
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    Caffeine and Machine in Warwickshire

    I have not been on here a lot over the last few years. Things have been busy. I would like to start meeting up again for car meets when i can. Have any of you been to Caffeine and Machine near to Stratford? . It's a car cafe and great for car enthusiasts. I was thinking it is central in Uk...
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    Attempt to try and steal my S3

    Hi guys,They say it never rains, but pours. Although could be worse, I'm to have some luck now. I feeling like that this year. Not only have i been going through a divorce which is enough stress. I have ended up having a shoulder operation, i came out of hospital and the following day i went to...
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    Pet insurance

    I've recently got a Shar pei puppy and looking to insure him. The breeder and vets suggest pet plan. I have had a qoute and they want £125 a month. Ouch comes to mind. That is for their best lifetime policy covering 12,000 a year vets bills. Other companies are qouting around £90 mark. I know i...
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    Tyre pressure for S3 sportback

    My warning light came on for tyre pressure. When i checked the pressure i had 32psi in the rear and only 30psi in the fronts. This i might add is the first time i have checked the pressure. And originally had been set by the last owner. On looking at the chart they should be 39psi on the front...
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    Problems with Garmin sat nav

    I have a Garmin nuvi 2508 model sat nav. It's less than year old and the other day when I was using it, it just stopped working. It keeps flashing up the boot up screen with the words Garmin. Has any one else had this problem ???
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    Extended warranties

    I've just signed for a S3 sport back 09 plate and have been offered Warranty cover for it at the cost of just under £600. Does anyone recommend having this? taking into account the age and mileage of the car at 72000 and the fact the warranty does not cover wear and tear. I'm guessing most...
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    I'm back for good

    Hi guys, I have been off this forum for ages and now I'm back. I have finally gone out and brought myself a S3, so exciting..... But unfortunately I can't collect it until the 14th December due to other commitments. The suspense is killing me already and I only signed for it today. I still...
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    buying an S3

    Hi guys, seems like forever since i have been on here but then been busy gettin married last year honeymoon and not forgeting a new owner to the PS3 i can't leave it alone lol... Anyways lets get onto the more important stuff...... I have now finally got bored of my lovely A3 TDI and am...
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    Brooks Trainers??

    Anyone got or had Brooks trainers? I've seen some i like and not sure if to get them or Asics. I usually where Adidas and need a change. These will be for use in the Gym and maybe a small amount of running. Need advise please
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    R32 ? should i or should i not???

    Guys what do you think of the R32 keep looking at them and want one... But would i be happy with one and how much do you think my car is worth.... It's a 2004 shape A3 TDI full audi service History last bein dec 2010 78thousand miles new cambelt changed new radiotor just over a year or so ago...
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    day lights ?

    What does do you think of the day lights.................. I've seen some on Ebay and tempted? As anyone on here already got them..........
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    Favourite/best footballers

    I think Terry is a great defender and kind of sexy best of all he plays for Chelsea Still feel sorry for him when he got captaincy took off him from the England team....
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    Embarrassed about my other halfs car

    This is kind of funny and embarrassing i think my other half is nearly 42 and going through what i think is a mid life crisis lol He is acting like 18 again and the best of it he thinks i'm Jealous why would i be .... read on to find out He sold his Ford cougar and brought a 98 plate ford...