Picked up the new S3 Saloon today
Lovely car to drive. Ignore all reports about suspension like bricks. Even in Dynamic mode, the ride is supple. Engine is very strong, and eager to rev. I'm of the opinion of using all the rev range when running in a new car. Just stay off the red line.
The Super Sport seats feel great, and make the interior look that little bit more special. Nice to get back in something with AWD. Off for another long drive tomorrow. :thumb: |
Originally Posted by stilover
(Post 11650289)
Lovely car to drive. Ignore all reports about suspension like bricks. Even in Dynamic mode, the ride is supple. Engine is very strong, and eager to rev. I'm of the opinion of using all the rev range when running in a new car. Just stay off the red line.
The Super Sport seats feel great, and make the interior look that little bit more special. Nice to get back in something with AWD. Off for another long drive tomorrow. :thumb: I do wonder where these cars will be in 10-15 years time, given that they've finally caught up with the straight line performance of the STI Imprezas. These mega hatchbacks are definitely the future. |
Agree about using all the revs when running a new car in:thumb: Sod it anyway its under warranty so you get another engine if it breaks:D
Also love the new Audi S3's in that Sepang Blue.:luvlove: |
Collected my S3 hatchback today, the super sports seats are really lovely and like you impressed with the ride,
Seems to have a jekyll and hyde character about it, easy going relaxed drive but if boot it, it goes really well. Was your delivery date delayed ? Richard |
Soooo, I'm gonna need some pictures of this... :lol1:
I am a big fan of the S3 Saloon and yours sounds like it'll be absolutely lovely. :) Cheers, Grant |
They look bloody lovely.
I want that steering wheel in my car .! Lol |
Looks ok
How bigs the boot |
Originally Posted by richs2891
(Post 11650490)
Collected my S3 hatchback today, the super sports seats are really lovely and like you impressed with the ride,
Seems to have a jekyll and hyde character about it, easy going relaxed drive but if boot it, it goes really well. Was your delivery date delayed ? Richard Ordered mine last week in December. Original delivery was March. Then I made a change and it went back to June (Which I wasn't happy about), then a few weeks later got a call from the sales woman (absolutely gorgeous she is) to say it's back to March. I could have had it a fortnight ago, but delayed collection in order to sell my Golf. |
Originally Posted by thenewgalaxy
(Post 11650389)
I do wonder where these cars will be in 10-15 years time, given that they've finally caught up with the straight line performance of the STI Imprezas. These mega hatchbacks are definitely the future. These thing are quicker than the equivalent 300bhp STI. There's virtually no lag, so instant power at any revs. My old STI PPP was a bit of a pig (in drivability terms) compared to the S3. |
Mine was built last week.
Should be at the dealer for 1st or 2nd week in April. The golf sold quickly so can't wait to get the S3 |
Originally Posted by stilover
(Post 11650596)
These thing are quicker than the equivalent 300bhp STI. There's virtually no lag, so instant power at any revs. My old STI PPP was a bit of a pig (in drivability terms) compared to the S3.
I feel that many cars have lost their character as manufacturers have chased "perfection" and that despite the dynamic gains and incredible performance we are as a whole losing out on what makes it all fun. I have driven a lot of cars and some of them are literally like playing a computer game. I'm not saying I'm going to resort to wearing goggles and drive a Ford Model T every day but for the moment I'll stick to my dinosaur(s) for my driving pleasure. |
Any pics? Spec?
They do look very nice, i did consider one but went for a Golf R in the end as my local dealer offered me a decent deal on an order with the spec I was looking for. |
Dealer called today. Car has arrived and i collect my S3 tomorrow !!
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Originally Posted by Wish
(Post 11654483)
Dealer called today. Car has arrived and i collect my S3 tomorrow !!
Really impressed with mine. |
Originally Posted by Wish
(Post 11654483)
Dealer called today. Car has arrived and i collect my S3 tomorrow !!
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Originally Posted by FlatoutDave
(Post 11654613)
Are we on Audinet!!:razz:
Cheers, Grant |
A few pics. Not the best, but all I got.
http://i1301.photobucket.com/albums/...pstzemg4jd.jpg http://i1301.photobucket.com/albums/...psb4dvntqf.jpg http://i1301.photobucket.com/albums/...pscg8ohbk4.jpg |
That colour looks lovely, specially in the sunny picture where it really pops out at you.
These are fantastic looking cars. Any photos of the interior?? Cheers, Grant |
Originally Posted by RS Grant
(Post 11654630)
That colour looks lovely, specially in the sunny picture where it really pops out at you.
These are fantastic looking cars. Any photos of the interior?? Cheers, Grant I'll take one tomorrow, and post. Super Sports seats look great. |
Lovely!!
Same colour as my Skoda vRS...excellent choice |
Originally Posted by dpb
(Post 11650557)
Looks ok
How bigs the boot |
That looks very nice.... Get it modded! lol
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Is it much smaller than an A4, doesn't look so from the pics
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Nice looking motor ....
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Stunning motor in the best colour:luvlove:
I thought you was mad going for manual, and remember trying to justify the DSG in my Golf R. After owning my R for a month now, I kind of see your point(first auto box for me) I reckon the manual would be so much more fun to drive!!:( |
Originally Posted by scoobyboy1
(Post 11654966)
Stunning motor in the best colour:luvlove:
I thought you was mad going for manual, and remember trying to justify the DSG in my Golf R. After owning my R for a month now, I kind of see your point(first auto box for me) I reckon the manual would be so much more fun to drive!!:( I think DSG is great if you do a lot of business miles, especially in town. But this is essentially a weekend car. |
Originally Posted by hodgy0_2
(Post 11654948)
Is it much smaller than an A4, doesn't look so from the pics
Think it's quite a bit small than the A4. That think is huge. I think the A3 Saloon is now about the same size as the B5 A4. |
Ah ok, the A4 must have grown too
I have a B6 - and yours looks about the same size Looks good btw Is it Torsen diff or haldex |
Have checked the brochure and the boots small
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Originally Posted by stilover
(Post 11654624)
A few pics. Not the best, but all I got.
http://i1301.photobucket.com/albums/...pstzemg4jd.jpg http://i1301.photobucket.com/albums/...psb4dvntqf.jpg http://i1301.photobucket.com/albums/...pscg8ohbk4.jpg Really lovely looking motor :) |
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