Other Audi A3 (2003 - 2013) models:

  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    discreet!

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    they all love it. some say its a little boring and understated, but i love it that way!

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    i would buy an audi again yes, but not the 3.2 model. Although very powerful you do get used to it,also the drive is a little disappointing, was expecting more. but it's not a bad car and at 13k it's still a bargain.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    unsure would love a porsche cayman, if the prices came down a bit.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £13,200

    When did you buy the car?

    November 2007

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    could have bought one a little cheaper, but this car was in very good condition so i paid a little extra!

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    wanted the big engine and the grunt that comes with it! fancied a change from bmw.

    What was the dealer like?

    very friendely, easy going, was going for £13600 managed to get a discount!

  • Driving it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    What's it like to drive?

    not good at low speeds, ride very firm, brakes very touchy, gearchange 1st to 2nd can be jerky. improves a lot when at motorway speeds, although steering is very numb at any speed.

    What's it like to park?

    bad rear visibility. not good at all for reversing!

  • Living with it

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    nothing yet. would expect nothing less!

    What's most practical about your car?

    for an A3 there is surprisingly plenty of room in the front and back, and the boot aint too small either.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    twin climate control!