I'm close to ordering a new A3 Sportback and could do with some help on spec.
This would actually be my fifth A3 - I've had four used ones before - so it's safe to say I like the model. I picked up my current 2014 one last year and I'm happy with it, but it's now seven years old and I thought I'd get an order in given that lead times seem so long.
I ticked over the 40-year birthday threshold last autumn and so I was thinking about a new motor to mark the occasion. With the milestone and my car history you'd think I should look at an S3 or similar - but I've been really happy with my modest 1.4 TFSI Sport and it fits our family needs well. I'm also not fond of darkened windows, black trim, polished alloys etc... I guess this is what turning into an old man is like!
So, I'm looking to make a really classy (under)statement with this spec. Unfortunately the UK options are quite limited compared to other markets and it seems that's not going to change, so within those constraints the spec I'm thinking of is:
- Sport trim
- 1.5 TFSI with S-Tronic 'box
- Audi Exclusive colour
- 17" multi-spoke alloys
- LED matrix headlamps (?)
- Steel grey interior; i.e. the lighter colour
- Comfort & Sound pack (B&O sound, heated seats, rear camera, parking assist)
- Flat bottom steering wheel
- Storage & luggage pack
- Rear airbags
- Model and engine spec de-badge
In terms of colour, my personal view is that a rich metallic and light leather interior works well for a timeless look. I was unsure whether I'm limited to the current Audi Exclusive range, or whether I can have any Audi colour? If the former, I'm thinking of:
Other favourites include: Seville Red, Cumulus Blue, Tealite Blue, Morning Dew and Alpine Green. These are either not pictured on the audi.de configurator or aren't current Audi Exclusive colours. None look very good on screen and there's obviously an element of risk.
Finally, I'm trying my current dealer for a price. I'm not having a good experience with the brokers at the moment - although there are some superficially good discounts on offer, these must be for stock cars because some of them won't even quote me! Does anyone have a guide of what to expect on price?
Thanks in advance...
This would actually be my fifth A3 - I've had four used ones before - so it's safe to say I like the model. I picked up my current 2014 one last year and I'm happy with it, but it's now seven years old and I thought I'd get an order in given that lead times seem so long.
I ticked over the 40-year birthday threshold last autumn and so I was thinking about a new motor to mark the occasion. With the milestone and my car history you'd think I should look at an S3 or similar - but I've been really happy with my modest 1.4 TFSI Sport and it fits our family needs well. I'm also not fond of darkened windows, black trim, polished alloys etc... I guess this is what turning into an old man is like!
So, I'm looking to make a really classy (under)statement with this spec. Unfortunately the UK options are quite limited compared to other markets and it seems that's not going to change, so within those constraints the spec I'm thinking of is:
- Sport trim
- 1.5 TFSI with S-Tronic 'box
- Audi Exclusive colour
- 17" multi-spoke alloys
- LED matrix headlamps (?)
- Steel grey interior; i.e. the lighter colour
- Comfort & Sound pack (B&O sound, heated seats, rear camera, parking assist)
- Flat bottom steering wheel
- Storage & luggage pack
- Rear airbags
- Model and engine spec de-badge
In terms of colour, my personal view is that a rich metallic and light leather interior works well for a timeless look. I was unsure whether I'm limited to the current Audi Exclusive range, or whether I can have any Audi colour? If the former, I'm thinking of:
Other favourites include: Seville Red, Cumulus Blue, Tealite Blue, Morning Dew and Alpine Green. These are either not pictured on the audi.de configurator or aren't current Audi Exclusive colours. None look very good on screen and there's obviously an element of risk.
Finally, I'm trying my current dealer for a price. I'm not having a good experience with the brokers at the moment - although there are some superficially good discounts on offer, these must be for stock cars because some of them won't even quote me! Does anyone have a guide of what to expect on price?
Thanks in advance...
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