AUDI A3 8P - COMMON PROBLEMS *BUYERS GUIDE *

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If you are in the market for an Audi A3, this video will show you what to look out for before parting with your cash. I run through some of the main problems that this generation of A3 suffers with and some of the ways that you can go about fixing them.
All cars have problems so don't let this guide put you off buying one, but make sure to use it when the time comes to fix it!.
Comment down below any problems you've had or that I have missed to help everyone looking to buy one!
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  • @tecTitus
    @tecTitus3 жыл бұрын

    Had mine 10 years, no issues what so ever except the rear wiper broke off due to my own fault and a couple of light bulbs. My last car before it, was also an Audi A3, but gas and not diesel. Sturdy cars both of them. I will stick to A3 forever :)

  • @JamesSasso

    @JamesSasso

    3 жыл бұрын

    not quite no issues here coming up to 10 years but had a EGR error which audi fixed for free a few years back, but more recently had to replace 3 ABS sensors... to be fair living by the sea doesn't help as corrosion of wheel hubs was the culprit. But those asaide... been going solid as a rock, and that's with a TDI and mostly short journeys... just gotta stretch those legs every week or so

  • @BirdFromYakiVegas

    @BirdFromYakiVegas

    2 жыл бұрын

    Other than expensive gas & breaklight leaks, I've had no problems.... Damn good car I've had it 2½ years.Bought it at 150,000 MI Still runs like a champ....

  • @amrdel2730

    @amrdel2730

    2 жыл бұрын

    I hope i will get my audi a3 in near futur , hope gods gives me capability amen

  • @richj1629

    @richj1629

    Жыл бұрын

    @@BirdFromYakiVegas is this the diesel audi a3 2.0 170 bhp

  • @BirdFromYakiVegas

    @BirdFromYakiVegas

    Жыл бұрын

    @@richj1629 no...2006 AUDI A3 2.0T fsi AWD 8P/BPY 6 SPEED

  • @daithilacha1
    @daithilacha12 жыл бұрын

    I live in Ireland and bought a A3 TDI two litre 3 door back in 2011. Still running great with 148k miles, and uses almost zero oil. Manual gearbox and the sport pack edition I think they call it. Its got the 17 inch 225/ 45/17 wheels. Wonderful driveability with that motor and handling and brakes are terrific.

  • @philipwatts9033
    @philipwatts90333 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant cars I've had mine 6 years with only maintenance costs

  • @ericjoaquin9449
    @ericjoaquin94493 жыл бұрын

    I've had my 2007 8P S Line DSG FWD for 13 years with 206K on the odo and still running strong. a few problems here and there but nothing major. The AC was always a problem but fixed that by replacing the compressor. Latch for the panoramic shade gets brittle overtime and always break. Having a catch can helps a lot with the carbon buildup. Overall, very happy with the 8P, reason why I still have it, and plan on keeping it as long as I can.

  • @kylekrave2514

    @kylekrave2514

    3 жыл бұрын

    what is having a catch mean?

  • @shanco73
    @shanco73 Жыл бұрын

    Hey Mati, I have a 2.0 TDI 170 sportback sport quatro. unused for 2 years after the dpf became fully plugged. I love the car and am starting to sort out all the jobs to get it back on the road, great Audi series you have created. New subscriber. Keep up the great videos!

  • @PivotCrocodile
    @PivotCrocodile3 жыл бұрын

    When you were talking about the arches, the camera angle made the car look absolutely stunning. Thinking about buying a 2005 A3 soon. Thanks for the video!

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    +FrickinDave haha cheers mate, they’re re good looking cars full stop, definitely don’t t look their age 👍🏼

  • @scsheldon11
    @scsheldon112 жыл бұрын

    I’ve got a 57 plate a3 sline diesel model just had it remapped and even with 205 k miles is a bloody beast now absolutely love it apart from the rear arm motor seizing never had a problem with it it’s now pushing 208bhp

  • @simonlloyd7557
    @simonlloyd75573 жыл бұрын

    Ive had a Misano red S3 Black Edition as my daily for nearly 2 years and it's pretty much the perfect daily car. For long journeys, its nice and quiet with a really comfortable interior, is has enough power for the odd cheeky blast on a B road, its a lovely looking car in red with anthracite alloys..Mine has the same wheels as the car in the video. In the time Ive had the car, the only fault has been an ignition coil packed up, and occassionly one of the rear number place LED bulbs drops voltage, triggering a dashboard warning. Other than that, it has been brilliant with absolutely no faults.

  • @barrackobama5470
    @barrackobama54702 жыл бұрын

    Turning 25 in may, think I'm going pick one up as my first "nice car" I've always had old fiestas and golfs so this will be a nice upgrade in my eyes

  • @heribertodiazmata734
    @heribertodiazmata7343 жыл бұрын

    Cool video! Thanks for sharing. I love my manual 09 Audi A3 2.0T convenience package with Bose sound system and open sky panoramic sunroof. Greeting from California 🤙

  • @sebastiandc7784
    @sebastiandc77842 ай бұрын

    Just bought one love it but your tips are extremely helpful and set my mind at ease mate 😊

  • @matthewbaxter7502
    @matthewbaxter75023 жыл бұрын

    Hi mate the cluster chucking up fault lights easy sorted Sent mine to ECU tuning derby £129 rebuild the cluster & give you lifetime warranty. Fantastic company never had any issues since. Sent Monday got it back Wednesday. Hope this helps. 👍👍

  • @jamesgallagher1992
    @jamesgallagher19923 жыл бұрын

    Great vid mati...still awesome looking model of a3👍👍

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    I do think they have aged quite well!

  • @eugeniozanda7230
    @eugeniozanda72307 ай бұрын

    A3 with 2 doors, such a great car...Independent of the engine, this car has a very robust structure and an excellent chassis which gives it exceptional road qualities and handling...A stunning car destined to become a classic highly sought after...!

  • @stephenblakey4913
    @stephenblakey491311 ай бұрын

    Thanks ive just watched one of ur vids as im about to buy one of these from a dealership.

  • @duka1.660
    @duka1.6602 жыл бұрын

    Good vid mate, I couldn't believe the little faults you mentioned!! Like the rear wiper & the driver's door wiring being linked to me back window not working, mirror the same!! I'm happy A.F with my 4 door silver little bargain I picked up about 3 weeks ago. I think it's had SOME work on remap/engine coz it gives a nice whistling sound at a certain RPM, I know ALL turbo cars whistle, but Av not heard it like this on a 2tdi deisel. Nothing in paperwork, but I'll find out when it's plugged in no doubt. Nice one again for the vids mate. 👍👌

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching mate, glad you enjoyed! Cant beat the value for money on these cars at the moment, lots of people seem to be getting bargains on them!

  • @eddiegoldsack4339

    @eddiegoldsack4339

    2 жыл бұрын

    I had my turbo and EGR replaced after 3 years of owning an A3 8P sline 2009, and I got it back from the garage and now there is a faint whistle when accelerating and changing gear. Iv'e come to like the noise but it was a worry when I got it back from the garage. Never used to whistle though

  • @liof16

    @liof16

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@eddiegoldsack4339 I get that on mine too, but intermittently. I was worried at first but after some reading it looks like you don't need to start worrying till it sounds like a police siren. Apparently even then they still function just fine for many miles.

  • @user-sj1mw1mh1v
    @user-sj1mw1mh1v2 жыл бұрын

    I've upgraded to a 2008 Audi A3 2.0 Deisel S-line from a 2018 Seat Leon FR. It's a 170 auto and its so much fun 🤣 all jokes aside, my seat feels so plastic and I can hear rattles everywhere compared to the audi. Thanks for the videos I'll be following along.

  • @DjordjeSrpski

    @DjordjeSrpski

    9 ай бұрын

    how much fuel city consumption ?

  • @todayintheshopbanksy5904
    @todayintheshopbanksy59043 жыл бұрын

    I have an 08 1.8TFSI turbo sport 70k. In 13k miles I have had to replace the High Pressure Fuel Pump due to Solenoid failure. Clutch Master Cylinder and lastly a stuck open fuel injector. She is still my fave car in 34 years of driving.

  • @skateboardguys7806
    @skateboardguys78062 жыл бұрын

    Deserve way more subs !!

  • @VaLiiDx
    @VaLiiDx3 жыл бұрын

    Another good vid 😁 The rear wiper tends to stops working completely on A3's because the washer pipe splits and leaks into the motor. Also the front clip on the armrest always breaks and EGR valves are another weak point on them 👍

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    thanks for the comment, my armrest clip is just about holding on... dont know about the egr valve though!

  • @jamesgallagher1992

    @jamesgallagher1992

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yup🤣🤣👍

  • @raccs600

    @raccs600

    3 жыл бұрын

    yes to armrest clip

  • @jamesgallagher1992

    @jamesgallagher1992

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@raccs600 yes to clip...also now rear wiper🤣👍

  • @liof16

    @liof16

    2 жыл бұрын

    Got a new top of armrest from eBay for £10 for my A3. Made in China, defo not as good as OEM but a cheap fix.

  • @mcscotty1625
    @mcscotty16252 жыл бұрын

    I have an 8P which I have had since 2 years old and 20k miles. Now on 180k miles. Not had any of these faults. Common issues I am aware of are the rear wiper motor failing as they do on Golf Mk 5s. Brake ABS units fail. Door locks failing but not due to wiring issues. Common on all versions of this platform, golf, octavia and A3. I must have driven 750,000 miles in various versions of this platform all with similar issues. Serviced on the button. Never had an A/C issue on any and never even re-gassed any. Regular servicing, oil and all filters, timing belt kits, occasional driveshaft rubbers, alternator clutch pulleys, occasional springs. DMF/clutch eventually go, mileage depends on how it is driven but I have fitted solid mass conversions when they do. Suspension parts do fail at higher mileages, ARB ends and bushes, suspension arm bushes, track rod ends and steering arms wear, rear bump stops go around 150-200k. Never had any issues with brakes, never changed a caliper. Always decent pads and disc and clean callipers, replace any dust rubbers when they fail. I have had driver side window winder gear fail at 200-250k depending on usage. I have got rid of cars with 300-350k where the engines still pull well and reliable. I have had issues with the door seals failing on the A3. They get caught and damaged over time. Rear hatch microswitch can become a problem to open the boot common VAG issue. It is not the lock but a simple microswitch in the handle pain to replace. They need to be serviced well. Once bought a golf plus with 90k miles with service history. Found it had never been done right and had to strip all the callipers down, I think it had the wrong engine oil at some point and turbo failed. Once I replaced it dealt with the other issues it was fine and a great car.

  • @user-ee5kn4mb2v
    @user-ee5kn4mb2v3 ай бұрын

    I've had my 2 litre tfsi s line for 3 and a half years best car I've ever had. Brilliant car

  • @angelsimental5356

    @angelsimental5356

    4 күн бұрын

    How many miles?

  • @user-ee5kn4mb2v
    @user-ee5kn4mb2v3 ай бұрын

    My rear wiper messed up too apart from that absolutely brilliant

  • @charltonmoore452
    @charltonmoore4523 жыл бұрын

    I bought one a month ago. I did research before I bought it and with in a week I ordered Graf metal waterpump, r8 coils, RS7 plugs, O2 sensors, did a carbon clean, replaced the PCV(will order a catch can soon) and did oil change and DSG service with Liqui-Moly and Pentosin fluids. I love it! The 2.0t pulls everywhere! It was only 3800.

  • @albertgjoka6714

    @albertgjoka6714

    3 жыл бұрын

    Ive got problems with 02 sensors what you reckon? 8P diesel

  • @charltonmoore452

    @charltonmoore452

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@albertgjoka6714 I dont know enough about TDI's. I would assume the OEM O2 would be the best option unless you have Mods. Darkside Developments may be the best resource. I like the TDI 8p's just not common around me, same with the 3.2 8p's. I have the 2.0t DSG.

  • @hanzalamehmood2991

    @hanzalamehmood2991

    Жыл бұрын

    Did the r8 coils or rs7 plugs increase performance?

  • @charltonmoore452

    @charltonmoore452

    Жыл бұрын

    @@hanzalamehmood2991 just reliability, since these engines are prone to misfires.

  • @wakaflockaproject

    @wakaflockaproject

    10 ай бұрын

    ​@@charltonmoore452us the 2.0t a reliable engine

  • @vladiDuynov
    @vladiDuynov3 жыл бұрын

    good video and thanks bro, lf more videos about the car *got the 1.8 TSI gl with the channel~

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching mate, glad you enjoyed 👌🏼

  • @paulsikora5623
    @paulsikora56233 жыл бұрын

    hi i hope your ok and family ok,its great info and help matt m8 i enjoy all your you tube videos ,i like the one you got rid of rear wipers best ,1st a3 mod is dead rear wiper,water gets in motor so useless ,i hate rear wipers on mine pal.dead em all.i love my 2010 se 1,6tdi audi a3 bought it 2 weeks ago fell in love with the looks and cherry red colour its 5 door ,75mpg ,20 quid tax was 5k got it for 4,500,,,keep them coming ,,great car for money,take care buddy,,,

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching mate, glad you enjoy!

  • @kennethsmith296
    @kennethsmith2963 жыл бұрын

    Just bought an 06 for a run around, great video.

  • @snag.8404

    @snag.8404

    3 жыл бұрын

    I want to buy one tommorow, 2.0 tdi bkd, can u share you experience so far, that would be lovely, same year too.

  • @kennethsmith296

    @kennethsmith296

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@snag.8404 so far it running great, but It did get a new alternator and clutch last year, but its on 128,000mile and still driving good. Back window wiper is hit and miss. The drivers window is a bit slow, but apart from that, it's the best £700 I've spent 😁 Mine is a 2.0 TDI

  • @snag.8404

    @snag.8404

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@kennethsmith296 cheers mate

  • @arnesdautovic8667
    @arnesdautovic86673 жыл бұрын

    I have no single issue which u talking about in this video. Br0 u just need to constantly fix problems and u ll have a good car for 3-4 years. Cheers.

  • @Daily.DriverUK
    @Daily.DriverUK10 ай бұрын

    Turbos are a real issues with these, specially the petrol ones. Also oil leaks various places. Most common being crank seal. PCV is also an issue with petrol models so just keep in mind. But awesome video thanks for the tips

  • @Hunkeykung
    @Hunkeykung3 жыл бұрын

    Great vid..any problems with the engine so far?

  • @jamesevans7782
    @jamesevans77823 жыл бұрын

    Subbed as I've not long changed from a mk5 105bhp golf to a 170bhp 8p and seen you on Facebook lol

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nice one mate! Hope you have better luck with your 170 that I have haha

  • @grahammcdonald
    @grahammcdonald Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the vid. It’s interesting to me that the later 1.9 tdi had a dpt yet that won’t help it get free into ULEZ

  • @donnalepore4795
    @donnalepore4795 Жыл бұрын

    I'm in the States and have the gas 2013 A3 8p 2.0 fwd sline with a dsg transmission and it's a lot of fun to drive these cars are very reliable but maintenance is key. most Audi's after 60 to 100 thousand miles will need a timing chain replacement i only know gas and there very reliable if taken care of. I can hear my timing chain tensioner sometimes on starr up so I know it needs replacement after that like brand new.

  • @JohnUtaka_
    @JohnUtaka_18 күн бұрын

    I've got the fsi version and mine had the engine light on when I bought it. It was a first car I got off my aunty so it had been used for a long time before passing on to me. The car however runs normally, no problems really, I do occasionally get the pull sensor warning on starting up the car but I guess I do need one of these code scanner things to really see what's up.

  • @buzzlightyear1191
    @buzzlightyear11913 жыл бұрын

    Good video mate, I’ve had hundreds of issues with my Vw golf tdi so I’m thinking about an Audi for my next car.

  • @josip1885

    @josip1885

    3 жыл бұрын

    Audi is part of VW group, same engines, same owner. You will not get much with audi

  • @dotadojardiner8893
    @dotadojardiner88933 жыл бұрын

    I have just bought my first A3 8p, previously always owned Golfs. Anyway, every A3 I looked at for sale had a slumped rear wiper. At first I couldn't understand what was going on but after a while of car hunting and all of them having the same fault, I began to think they were meant to be like that and it was just poor design. I suppose that shows you just how common that fault is!

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    Literally every single one has a dodgy wiper, makes me feel ill looking at £20 RS3’s and the wipers dropped and scrubbed the paint off 🤣

  • @smusyk2859
    @smusyk28593 жыл бұрын

    Nice car, full of little problems, but still want another 8p

  • @michaelsmith5574
    @michaelsmith5574 Жыл бұрын

    Hey Mati, thanks for a great video! To the point and concise. I wanted to ask: I live in South Africa, and have a chance to buy a 2012 1.8T (it doesn't seem to be a TFSI): it has 168 000 kilometers (we're metric down here!), and is in great nick. Any advice beyond what you've mentioned here?

  • @nglstefan
    @nglstefan3 жыл бұрын

    Tell me more about Audi a3 8p sportback 2005/2007 🙏🏻

  • @SausageWardog
    @SausageWardog3 жыл бұрын

    Good video cheers. Mines got a rusty drivers side wing, cba change it though, sanding it down and using filler, dont love the car that much haha

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    get a wing from ebay mate, I got one for about 90 quid!

  • @tof3275
    @tof32753 жыл бұрын

    Hi there Matt Did know that you have a fog light out. I am just about to fit a rear view mirror dash cam c/w a rear camera. Where do you suggest fitting the rear camera. I am now subscribing Tony

  • @jackhone8702
    @jackhone8702 Жыл бұрын

    im considering them for my first car hopefully get the facelift but budget will be under 1500

  • @JoeSamways
    @JoeSamways3 жыл бұрын

    Can you do a buyers guide for mk2f and maybe also include for the pre face lift as im looking for one at the moment

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    +Joe once mine is back on the road I can do that no problem mate!

  • @fgcpeak9591
    @fgcpeak959111 ай бұрын

    i had my jag f-type stolen... got this to "replace" it and it's actually surprising how this car feels JUST AS FUN and obviously astronomically more economical than the Jag.

  • @JosesGarage101
    @JosesGarage1013 жыл бұрын

    Hi, thanks for sharing interesting info on a3 models. Iam about to buy a Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TFSI quattro Ambition 2006. Is it anything of interest that should look out for that could give me serious problems? Is it a problem car overall? Thanks for sharing.

  • @MOD3RNS4V4G3
    @MOD3RNS4V4G3 Жыл бұрын

    I no longer drive that far in my A3 and I've come across the blocking problems you mentioned. Got any advice? I've been thinking of selling it and buying a petrol version.

  • @VickyDreamz
    @VickyDreamz2 жыл бұрын

    Hey mate! Great video. Could you maybe tell something about a 2006 A3 2.0 FSI? I am thinking of getting one in the next few days/weeks. The one I looked at has around 200k km in it.

  • @toms17
    @toms173 жыл бұрын

    After years of selling Audi parts, some other common issues... -Glove box damper breaking (glove box drops when opened) -Armrest lid catch breaking -Water ingress in to rear light bulb holders -Front seats not sliding after folding forward for access to rear seats (3-door only) -Exterior b-pillar trims peeling -Window regulator cables corroding and snapping

  • @laurengriffin7826

    @laurengriffin7826

    3 жыл бұрын

    I'll second the window regulators, well known faults on all Audi's

  • @simonlloyd7557

    @simonlloyd7557

    3 жыл бұрын

    One of my B Pillar trims had bubbled paint when I bought it. I was going to remove and repaint but noticed that they were riveted on. Instead, I just masked off, sanded and repainted with a slightly textured sating black paint. Two years later and they still look better than factory.

  • @smusyk2859

    @smusyk2859

    3 жыл бұрын

    Don't forget door lock mechanisms, headliners peeling in hot climate, rear seat belt covers breaking, and flashing/not working gauge cluster when car sits in the sun for periods of time

  • @eddiegoldsack4339

    @eddiegoldsack4339

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glove box damper breaking (glove box drops when opened) - it eventually come off completely when going over a bump -Armrest lid catch breaking -Water ingress in to rear light bulb holders - I think this is the reason I had some issues with the whole of the dash not coming on after a hard frost, car ran and drove fine though! had these 3 on A3 8P

  • @nathanieljacobs60
    @nathanieljacobs602 жыл бұрын

    I’ve had mine for nearly 12 years 90k miles manual petrol. But wiper motor broke and had a new a battery but still going strong

  • @LKE_Music
    @LKE_Music3 жыл бұрын

    I just bought the S3 👌

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    I do fancy an 8P s3 at some point!

  • @LKE_Music

    @LKE_Music

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@matimcfetridge I pick mine up Tuesday or Friday just waiting for them to prep it. It's fucking lovely but 12 k for a 2012 is crazy 😂

  • @ClutchKick
    @ClutchKick3 жыл бұрын

    Nice!

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    Cheers mate. Be sure to check out the other videos too!

  • @djbellisimo
    @djbellisimo2 жыл бұрын

    Have the a3 AP 2008 Cabrio and lately I had to replace the instrument cluster, intake manifold, coolant container, clutch, back window becoming unglued, water seeping into the rear lights causing them to be completely changed, and now the whole roof is starting to leak...just been a constant pain -

  • @iky6204
    @iky6204 Жыл бұрын

    Hi mat I have a mk5 golf gt tdi, I have an abs issue, i dont know if audi suffer this problem, love your videos

  • @iamyourfuture808
    @iamyourfuture8083 жыл бұрын

    We have the same issue @2.45 ... “double click” noise when as the passenger door closes ... my drivers door doesn’t do it. Any idea what is the cause?

  • @cw6716
    @cw67162 жыл бұрын

    Big up viewy

  • @2024earth
    @2024earth5 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the helpful video, I'm looking at a 2004 3.2 Quattro VR6 Manual (might be S-line) is that a problem clutch and gearbox? Or any other things I should check?

  • @iTzCorey
    @iTzCorey2 жыл бұрын

    What's the gearbox like in the A3? currently drive a powershift Focus and i'm lucky to get 25mpg on short trips but for my next car want an Audi A3 as the A1 looks too small but obviously never owning a Audi before i have no idea what the automatic gearbox is like? i.e smooth etc? also what sort of MPG can you expect on short trips and long trips in diesel and petrol? cheers.

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    2 жыл бұрын

    gearbox is smooth and silky yet pretty fast at what it does. I can get 55 mpg on a run at 50/60 mph and it won't ever drop below 45 for short journeys/motorway speeds etc

  • @yoonuskhalid3527
    @yoonuskhalid35273 жыл бұрын

    Hav got A3 8p never had problem 3 years running sweet

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    +Yoonus Khalid haha love it mate, mine has got a few miles on so presuming a few problems are down to that. Thanks for watching!

  • @vladimirmoravec

    @vladimirmoravec

    3 жыл бұрын

    Here the same mate 😂😂😂😂 2 years 150k 1.9tdi no light must to been fixed before I bought it 😸😸😸😸😸😸

  • @catalinpce9928

    @catalinpce9928

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@vladimirmoravec 1.9 tdi never die :)))

  • @marck6833

    @marck6833

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@catalinpce9928 I've just sold my A4 ,it was from 2002 1.9 TDI. It has done almost 215 000 miles. The clutch was almost gone, driver window won't work. The front archers had a bit of rust but the rest of the car was free from rust.

  • @TheHarlemShow01
    @TheHarlemShow01 Жыл бұрын

    Love the content av recently got a smell of smoke inside and a fault code come up p1038 I recently bought this and it's in need of service just thought ad say any ideas tha

  • @JoseCamarillo
    @JoseCamarillo Жыл бұрын

    I get the break fault error only on a cold start and clears after turning off and back on. Is there a way to fix this or do I have to live with it?

  • @patrickwilliment2462
    @patrickwilliment24623 жыл бұрын

    My 2011 a3 black edition cost me just shy of 4k last year... The common problems are the clutch assembly failing. A way to tell will be a rattling noise when you take your foot off your clutch...the clutch isn't too expensive but mine ate a hole through my gearbox so yea.... £3975 final bill for recon gearbox...new clutch...mot and major service... To be fair I haven't had anything else go wrong apart from a strange ticking noise from inside the dash when the heater was on...I had the heater blowers reset via the VCDS and its fine now....I do like the car but I will never buy another audi and I don't care if someone says there not all bad but when you spend that amount on a 10k car you really are put off for life.

  • @3hsjukelondon821

    @3hsjukelondon821

    3 жыл бұрын

    Mine blew a hole through gear box aswell! £1300 to fix.. engine ticks for 4 seconds on start up.. changed timing chain was good for a month.. regular oil changes calms it down.. lovely car but to much agg

  • @St3f4N101
    @St3f4N10110 ай бұрын

    The door panel trim on black edition is meant to look like that, its not faded.

  • @juriewessels915
    @juriewessels9159 ай бұрын

    Hi what led bulbs must I put in my 8p that won't gave me an warning on the dashboard?

  • @mohammedsarfraz4852
    @mohammedsarfraz48529 ай бұрын

    Audi A3 2005 1. Coil light on so cruise control not working (recent) 2. Rear wiper broken off but washer fluid still ejects 3. Engine light on since 5 years ago 4. Updated bulbs to LED; no issues 5. Headlight plastic hazed; needs a decent buff out? 6. Window electrics slow at times but works

  • @papagelisgiorgos2240
    @papagelisgiorgos2240 Жыл бұрын

    What about the clutch biting point? I am about to buy one and it has relatively high biting point (above 50% of the travel)

  • @BirdFromYakiVegas
    @BirdFromYakiVegas3 жыл бұрын

    My "common probs",... Breaklight housing leaks: I go through five brake lights a year no matter what. I replaced the housing units & still get leaks that cause shorts ...wires are fried to a crisp 🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️

  • @kennyrhule3870
    @kennyrhule38702 жыл бұрын

    What are the best headlights for my 09 audi a3 1.9 tdi 3door as the standard bulbs are rubbish 🤔🤔

  • @dionwilkinson3028
    @dionwilkinson3028 Жыл бұрын

    hi mate is it a good first car like the 1.4 s line petrol model will that be a good first car and good on insurance. also r these the same problems for the sport back one as well?

  • @petrusthibiki4136
    @petrusthibiki41365 ай бұрын

    I want to buy a 2019 audi a3 s tronic with 67k miles must I go for it?

  • @Badluckjose
    @Badluckjose Жыл бұрын

    Looking to buy a 2011 Audi a3 does have 166k miles on it should I buy it or nah?

  • @Bilal-ei8ko
    @Bilal-ei8ko5 ай бұрын

    Is the A3 2004 with an automatic and a 2.0 TDI reliable as well ?

  • @ilikeantea
    @ilikeantea3 жыл бұрын

    Hei man, there was no airbag light at 4:50. My 3 years of owning a 2006 A3 BKD DSG, owned it for 60k km and now has 250k. Vacuum solenoid block Maf sensor Tandem pump Injector 1 Spark plug x 8 Injector wiring loom Egr Turbo + gaskets + tubes Speed/rpm sensor inside of dsg (car would die while driving) Some coolant housing Cooling fans by radiator Brake pads x6 All brake rotors 2 brake pistons Abs master cylinder Dual mass flywheel and double clutch Aux heater z35 The wiring loom that goes through the door The lock on the boot Rear wipper water housing 100% i'm forgeting stuff. I paid more on repairs and consumables than what i paid for the car. Honestly get a gas car from east asia. I'm done with europeean cars. My other car is a DS4 2.0Hdi... so yeah i like life on hard.

  • @paulfungati5347
    @paulfungati53472 жыл бұрын

    Please help, my rear speakers stopped working on my 2004 A3 tdi. The car was parked for 2months and when i got around to driving it all of a sudden my rear speakers including the sub stop working.

  • @dart8mycat528
    @dart8mycat5283 жыл бұрын

    on mine i had the common bkd engine problems where the intercooler hoses explode 🤣 also limp mode due to a dirty turbo

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    +Dart 8 my cat haha nightmare mate, good cars when they’re behaving.. but that doesn’t seem to be often 😂

  • @dart8mycat528

    @dart8mycat528

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@matimcfetridge oh yeah awesome when it wants to be but then halfway up the motorway it just decides it wants a nap 🤣 doing a 70mph bump start 🤣🤣

  • @DavidWilliams-dj5br
    @DavidWilliams-dj5br Жыл бұрын

    Why is my a3 1600 petrol cutting out when warm any advice please as i have changed the throttle bodies

  • @Mrryan2500
    @Mrryan25002 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing! I'm thinking about buying one of these. Would you recommend a certain engine over the others? Currently debating between a 2007 3.2L V6 AWD with 120,000 miles or a 2011 2.0T AWD with 137,000 miles (gas engine)

  • @SherinaDonkin2009

    @SherinaDonkin2009

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’ve had both and I’d definitely recommend the 2.0T over the 3.2 V6!! Miles better power delivery and less fuel!

  • @Wes-do8ew
    @Wes-do8ew5 ай бұрын

    I have just brought a a3 tdi 2007, and the reverse lights don’t work, any ideas??

  • @truth.hurts...
    @truth.hurts...3 ай бұрын

    I had mine 08 plate tdi nearly 7 years I have not serviced it once and its still going

  • @iuopunderstandyourjokes9914
    @iuopunderstandyourjokes9914 Жыл бұрын

    Bought a 1.6 fsi about a year ago with 200.000 km on the clock (215.000 km now) and it had timing chain issues ever since but the only thing that left me stranded once was my stupidity. I left the lights on over night

  • @mjbadboy14
    @mjbadboy143 жыл бұрын

    I have an Audi A1 and I had to change the motor for my rear wiper cause the wiper liquid was leaking in. Cost me £80. Reasonable since I did it and not Audi.

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    I have ended up taking mine off and fitting a wiper delete kit! check out the latest vieo!

  • @chrispercival9789
    @chrispercival9789 Жыл бұрын

    My A3 alternator belt just broke and got lodged in the timing belt, killing the engine. Garage realigned the timing belt but its a non-starter now suggesting that at least a few valves impacted the pistons. Do you have any sense whether this is likely to be fairly/completely fatal for the engine?

  • @jayalli707

    @jayalli707

    11 ай бұрын

    It's generally considered fatal. Pull the valve cover off. Inspect cams and components in there. A shop would remove the head and check out pistons and block and valves. It's a mess but sometimes they can be saved

  • @Questvr01
    @Questvr013 ай бұрын

    What year is this audi

  • @sladek22
    @sladek223 жыл бұрын

    Mine is an A3 1.6TDI 2012, engine mass fywheel, EGR valve, injectors, plastic on central console is delayered (upper layer is pealing off like a young potatto) and rear windscreen wiper issue... Evrything else is OK for now.

  • @wakaflockaproject

    @wakaflockaproject

    Жыл бұрын

    The 1. 6 is terrible

  • @mathiastips8644
    @mathiastips8644 Жыл бұрын

    Which year is this a3 from?

  • @vithabala5296
    @vithabala52962 жыл бұрын

    Hi how do I change the headlamp please ? Do you know what type dip light goes in I have the exact headlights thanks

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    2 жыл бұрын

    I believe its D3s bulbs but make sure to check online to find out which one it is for your car!

  • @patsfball3710
    @patsfball37103 жыл бұрын

    Fender rust. Cheap tires causes it to shake in back. Pressure sensor shorts out ac stuck on econ only warm air.

  • @FirstnameLastname-un3yf
    @FirstnameLastname-un3yf3 жыл бұрын

    Good vid mate, thanks

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it

  • @daywilliams5386
    @daywilliams53862 жыл бұрын

    Iv got a a3 53 plate and Iv had major drama with stiff steering it’s in a garage costing me a fortune with trying to code different steering modules anyone shed any light ?

  • @lichvillan
    @lichvillan6 ай бұрын

    sorry got my ABS sorted in cannock, they had it a week and it cost 235 plus vat, with lifetime guarantee

  • @gordonremsey8055
    @gordonremsey80552 жыл бұрын

    5:20 exact same with my Golf 6. Christmas tree😂

  • @AL-PAKA
    @AL-PAKA2 жыл бұрын

    is 1800 quid cheap for a rough bodywork one with 145k

  • @tomaszszamel7505
    @tomaszszamel75053 жыл бұрын

    More polo episodes, please, I'm waiting. Greetings from Poland :)

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    3 жыл бұрын

    +Tomasz Szamel next week mate! They are coming!!

  • @maureens4tH
    @maureens4tH2 жыл бұрын

    Hey, would you say an A3 2.0T with 134K would be reliable? Seems like previous owners took care of it fairly well.... maybe, hopefully!

  • @matimcfetridge

    @matimcfetridge

    2 жыл бұрын

    Mileages nowadays aren’t what they used to be in my opinion, everyones doing more miles so I always just look at the history rather than the number on the clock!

  • @janezjanez6642
    @janezjanez66422 жыл бұрын

    Problem whit erorr left and right light back its all working fine

  • @brdjo2
    @brdjo25 ай бұрын

    Hello Audi Lovers 😊I have problem with my 2010 1,6 TDI Every time when temperature go to 90 I start hearing tac,tac,tac sound.DPF filter is out and EGR is off properly ?I got big service about 1000 km is that sound is still there!Its not showing anything on dashboard or on scanner 🤷‍♀️

  • @PatrickTCAPIreland
    @PatrickTCAPIreland3 жыл бұрын

    In between a '08 A3 and a MK5 '08 Golf, my head is wrecked lol

  • @garethroberts167
    @garethroberts1672 жыл бұрын

    Hmm...just put a deposit on a 2014 2ltr TDI s-tronic...not sure now if I should buy it...

  • @mrwestlondon192
    @mrwestlondon1923 жыл бұрын

    only use b7 diesel they don’t like b9 the 8p 2.0 tdi with DPF

  • @heroinfather990
    @heroinfather9902 жыл бұрын

    Would a 2012 A3 s line 1.6 TDI be a good idea for a first car for an 18 y old male? I’ve seen people say that the insurance prices range from £300-£500 per month

  • @daithilacha1

    @daithilacha1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Super little car with amazing fuel economy. Your Insurance quotes sound totally nuts even for an 18 year old.

  • @rauljurjac

    @rauljurjac

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes. My first car when I was 18 was an a3 1.4 TSI from 2011 I believe and it was amazing. Despite the fact that it required quite a lot of fuel, between 8-9l/100km in the winter, all was fine. You'll have the diesel, though, so no worries at all. I recomend the car, it's like a golf, reliable, compact and modest, but posher.

  • @wildgoose248

    @wildgoose248

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm 22 and my first car is a3 1.8, I pay 200 euro's in the netherlands

  • @3hsjukelondon821
    @3hsjukelondon8212 жыл бұрын

    Got 2009 1.4 tfsi.. full Audi service history 80k, most agg I’ve ever had with a car! Gear box blown, coil packs and spark plug problems, ticks like a machine gun on cold start, even after replacing timing chain.. Now water pump after a new one 20k miles ago.. callipers sticking.. drinks fuel. Endless problems! Would just avoid

  • @nabingc8001

    @nabingc8001

    2 жыл бұрын

    I got a week ago same car . Got a exact problems like yours .. dear break me big time

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