Other Audi A3 (2003 - 2013) models:

  • Summary

    2 out of 5 2.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Expects quality.

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

    Like it - all surprised by tales of woe....

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    NO. NO and NO again.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Something with long manufacturers warranty.....

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £8,500

    When did you buy the car?

    February 2012

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Good p/ex offered, car seemed reasonably priced.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I thought it would be a quality choice.....

    What was the dealer like?

    Friendly and helpful , supplying numerous courtesy cars every time something (frequently) went wrong.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    When it's working - beautifully.

    What's it like to park?

    Okay

  • Living with it

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Yes - dualmass flywheel x 2 - clutch , sensors - interior trim braking off- rear wash wipe- radio cut-out , electric windows.....

    What's most practical about your car?

    I like it when it drives for a week or two without something going wrong.... does that count?

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    None