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  1. J

    Symphony VCDS Code Help needed

    Have just bought a 2nd hand Symphony to replace the Concert unit in my 2008 S3 Sportback (Bose sound system). Installed OK and is running fine..much prefer having the 6 CD changer capability. But the External Aux -In does not work and I think that there is a VCDS code setting that can be...
  2. J

    Good Service from Sky

    Had to insure my S3 and a Suzi Jimny last week. Got good service and advice from Luke at Sky with a fair discount on the Jimny to match a competing company's quote. Would certainly use them again.
  3. J

    VW Challenges the S3 - Golf R revealed at Frankfurt Show

    270 BHP, Haldex 4WD and sports styling...looks like the S3 has some in-house competition as I bet the Golf is going to be cheaper. http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/volkswagen-golf-r-2009-09-15
  4. J

    2.7TDi vs 3.0TDi

    Considering a diesel A4 or A5 as next car. What are the differences between the above engines - are they basically the same design apart from capacity, or is the 2.7 an older design?
  5. J

    How to Remove Outer Case of S3 Mirrors

    Thinking of painting the mirrors of my new S3 in Sprint Blue...not too keen on the silver finish. Is it easy to remove the casing? Or strictly a job for a dealer?
  6. J

    Off-topic - Audis new Mid-Engined Roadster

    Article (in german) and pictures in Auto Bild: Speculation that it will replace the TT in 2013..... http://www.autobild.de/artikel/vorschau-mittelmotor-sportler-von-vw-und-audi_749374.html
  7. J

    Concert or Symphony on my S3 Order?

    Still have time to amend my order....apart from the built-in CD changer, is there a difference between the Concert and Symphony systems (with Bose)? Particularly interested in sound quality.
  8. J

    Ordered!

    S3 Sportback Black silk nappa leather S-Tronic Mag ride suspension Electric Lumbar support Light pack Bose 18x7.5 5-arm wheels Colour not yet decided (between deepsea blue or sprint blue) Build week 45, for delivery mid Dec.
  9. J

    Imola Yellow Advice

    Will be ordering an S3 Sportback soon to replace my A3 SB quattro in Brilliant Black. The black is good, but is hard to keep pristine and seems very sensitive to swirling (even using lambswool mitt and 2 bucket method). I like the look of the Imola Yellow, but am concerned that it is as...
  10. J

    Swapping Wheels 99TT to 2007 A3

    How can I work out whether I can swap the wheels from my 99 TT to my 07 A3? Something to do with the Einpresstiefe or internal dimension (loosely translated). reason is that I have winter tyres on the TT (mandatory in Germany for use in snow), but I need to take the A3 to Bavaria for a week...
  11. J

    Multiple layers of Wax?

    I've used the Blackfire Wet Diamond sealant on my black A3 and I'm now adding the finish using the Midnight Sun Ivory carnauba wax as the final layer. Is it worth adding several layers of the wax, and if so, how long in between applying the coats?
  12. J

    Washing Towels and Polishing pads

    I need to give my microfibre towels a wash - and I dropped my Sonus red/white polishing pad on the dirt so that needs cleaning as well. I have got some woolens washing liquid which I reckon is OK for the towels, but what about the Sonus pad - can it go in the washing machine and what...
  13. J

    Ordered Today

    A3 Sportback S-Line 2.0TFSi Quattro Brilliant Black Symphony Radio Heated Seats Multi-Function Steering Wheel Should be a bit more fun than the Touran...and will look nice next to Mrs S's TT Roadster.
  14. J

    New A3 - Dilemma!

    Can't decide what to order.... really want a 2.0TFSi with DSG and Quattro...but Audi's computer says NO. Not keen on the 3.2 to get the quattro and DSG....weight, fuel consumption..... My son wants the S3 so he can buy it from me after a year...but my wife wants 4 doors! Sensible head...