My new (to me) A3

[TurboChris]

Picked up this little gem about a month ago. Needed something that gets decent mileage while still feeling "sporty" somewhat. I already have a truck, already have a car..so I ended up picking up this. 2006, 1 owner, bone stock, 33,000 miles, DSG for $15,700. Not bad, especially considering it was at a dealer.

I've been busy on it. Here's the list of mods so far. Auto Union Tuning in Huntington Beach has done most of the work, their pricing and performance can't be beat. I highly recommend them.

APR Turbo Back exhaust
KW V1 Coilovers
Koni rears
Upgraded intercooler
RS3 Shifter knob
Clear turn signals
ASA 18" Wheels

I also trade services with GMG in Santa Ana so next week they'll be bringing me

GIAC software
AWE Vent boost gauge
Carbonio intake

And ordered but not yet received/installed

Ashtray delete
Votex rear spoiler
Votex front spoiler
Front plate delete
LED Taillights

So, yeah...I've been busy...but it's almost done....for now hahahaha

Here's the day after I picked it up...waiting for window tint.

http://i914.photobucket.com/albums/ac348/CBarton105/Audi%20A3/DSCN0521.jpg

Installing the APR Exhaust and KW's

http://i914.photobucket.com/albums/ac348/CBarton105/Audi%20A3/ef694023.jpg

Exhaust being installed at Auto Union Tuning

http://i914.photobucket.com/albums/ac348/CBarton105/Audi%20A3/DSCN0596.jpg

New intercooler next to stock one

http://i914.photobucket.com/albums/ac348/CBarton105/Audi%20A3/IMG_1446.jpg

Installing it

http://i914.photobucket.com/albums/ac348/CBarton105/Audi%20A3/IMG_1447.jpg



Wheels installed

http://i914.photobucket.com/albums/ac348/CBarton105/Audi%20A3/IMG_1464.jpg

http://i914.photobucket.com/albums/ac348/CBarton105/Audi%20A3/IMG_1487.jpg

http://i914.photobucket.com/albums/ac348/CBarton105/Audi%20A3/IMG_1491.jpg

http://i914.photobucket.com/albums/ac348/CBarton105/Audi%20A3/IMG_1500.jpg

http://i914.photobucket.com/albums/ac348/CBarton105/Audi%20A3/IMG_1522.jpg

I am really digging this car...can't wait to see how much difference the GIAC programming makes. I'd love to think that a K04 turbo/injectors upgrade is in the future someday too....maybe...but we'll see how it goes. I'm thinking I should be good for a while.

[tpliquid]

dv
pcv
axel boots
cam
cam follower

intake carbonb uild up all needs to be checked

[tiptronic]

dv
pcv
axel boots
cam
cam follower

intake carbonb uild up all needs to be checked

What he said ^^^ !!! But very nice transformation on your new car!!! [up]

[TurboChris]

dv
pcv
axel boots
cam
cam follower

intake carbonb uild up all needs to be checked

dv is fine at this time
pcv is ok
axel boots both have small tears that will need to be addressed
cam & cam folllower will be checked on next oil change

haven't done anything with checking on build up yet.


Thanks for looking out for me!

[Lunchsacks]

Looks great man!

[Dad A3]

Fine looking car. My 06 is at 65K, I did the boots last month, had everything else on your list checked, all good.
Now that APR is running sale i will do ECU.
Good luck with it and I hope you enjoy it as much as the folks on this forum do.

dv is fine at this time
pcv is ok
axel boots both have small tears that will need to be addressed
cam & cam folllower will be checked on next oil change

haven't done anything with checking on build up yet.


Thanks for looking out for me!

[asal]

I thought I had already posted this, but i guess it got lost in the abyss or i'm thinking of another thread. too many audi forums to check [confused]

I like the work you've done on it, especially the ASAs. Makes me think of trading back to an older model year so I can get to some upgrades quicker [wrench]

[TurboChris]

Thanks guys!

[miggity02]

Is that an e28 M5 I see??!!? One of my dream cars. Both cars are very nice!

[TurboChris]

Hahaha, good eye, yeah....that's my other baby. 1988. Still faster than the A3! (for now)

[sa_seahawker]

Wow, your lawn is just as nice as the car!

I approve! [up]

[Papa Stone]

awesome... A mean it looks really good