Can empathise with 4 - water coming in. I ceramic coated my roof so when its dry but water on the roof, as I drive off it starts to pool then comes in the window when I stop / turn haha! It might get to the point I defy my usual thing of not using a rubber water blade on the roof.... I am pleased my RS3 8P doesn't suffer with items 1 2 or 3. Had fresh injectors before i bought it, tracks perfectly (4S all round) and I can live with the cupholder (rarely use it) - Thankfully also 5) my lights work perfect, 6) Milltek exhaust that pops/burbles all the time and 7) my (mapped) DSG box works exactly how I would like it to.
Having owned a s3 8p and having this issue numerous times. The first fix was tyres worn uneven. Then a yr or so came back and found out I had two buckled alloys. I just replaced all four with team dynamics 1.2s problem solved. It can also be tracking/balancing and worn drop links these rs3’s/s3’s 8p cars are very sensitive
@@AutoBay yes I found out that the cheaper tyre place I would go to was not ballancing my alloys correctly so I was told about a place that specialises in balancing and tracking and I only use them now.
Greetings From France, very interesting video; the RS3 8P does have a few cons. I want to try to keep this comment as short as possible. After two years of ownership; things i hate: Brakes; they overheated too fast; which leads to vibration when braking hard and the mythical warped discs. The vibration is normally caused by a build up of pad material on the discs. So buy the appropriate pads but don’t change your good discs. Steering wheel vibration. Sorted that with a proper wheel balance. Cup holder; you can’t have a small bottle of water in the holder and use the armrest, it’s one or the other; Joke! Multimedia. Battery underneath the car; there should be dual exhaust tips on the other side. The water in the car too. I had that license plate bulb fault ; my car has the LED bulb pack on it, so the only fix was to go back to OEM license plate bulbs. Lastly, no quad exhaust because of battery location as i half mentioned above. For all of you guy who are having problems with exhaust valves, it may be rust. Also had the clunking DSG gear change, that reset work perfectly for me, i still do it sometimes. I live in the South of France, no snow or salt; i can open and close my valve with just the ignition on. Other little things, which are options related; my car doesn’t have Bluetooth and i have to fold my mirrors by hand. This car costed almost €50,000 new, these options should be standard. On the positive side; what a gearbox and an Engine!
Greetings my friend, thanks very much for the comment and the things you don’t like, couldn’t agree more 🤣 the gearbox reset works wonders doesn’t it 🔥 ill be looking to replace my discs and pads in the new year. I think this will help 👌🏼
Bonjour, j'écris en Français du coup comme vous êtes français. Dites moi je souhaiterai m'acheter prochainement une RS3 8p. Dans mon budget elles ont entre 130000 et 160000 kilomètres. J'aimerais avoir votre avis sur le fait de prendre un modèle avec autant de kilomètres. Ce sont des moteurs fiables apparemment et je vois beaucoup de modèles chez Audi avec 250000 voir plus de 300000 kilomètres. Pensez vous que c'est une erreur de prendre cela ou non ?
Did i understand right that the injector problem was fixed with the first 8v (2015-2016)models of the rs3, which still has the iron block engine? I will probably take one home with me this friday with a 110k km/ 70k miles on it. the engine runs sooth as can be and has always been serviced by audi. I also heard of carbon buildup on the intake valves as its just direct injection but i havent had the chance to look at the valves with an endoscope
You’re correct mate, the 8V injectors we’re revised, they replaced the plastic filters and baskets for steel ones, therefore they will not melt and fail. I’ve made a whole video talking about me having this done and also carbon clean, I talk about costs, what’s involved etc! Good luck with the new car mate 🙏🏼
@@AutoBay thanks for the confirmation, feel more save, now that i actually got he car. The five banger is an absolute dream and sounds like heaven. the previous owner took care of it like his own child and hes very happy he found soemone whos gonna care for his baby like he did. I didn't mention this before but it did get a professional software optimisation/tune up for 98+ . it actually does about 420hp/580nm instead of 367hp/465nm now while also chugging less gas during normal driving. so far im very VERY happy with it
I’ll be resetting mine tomorrow then. I have the same issue, not an enjoyable drive like you said. I had the steering wheel wobble, so changed the front brake discs and pads and that’s completely gone. It felt like the car was guna fall apart before I changed the discs. I came across a new issue today 😩 when I give it some when setting off, I’m getting traction control light flashing and front wheels spinning. Been reading up on it tonight and apparently it’s the haldex pump/filter (another rs3 8p common fault) costing me an arm and a leg to run this car 😂
Did you manage to reset it mate? How’s it feeling now? I was well happy with how it drive afterwards 🤣. Balls mate I’ve seen a few people having that issue. Seems like it’s fairly common like you said! Best get saving hahaha. Fingers crossed mine lasts a while yet 🤣
Did you manage to reset it mate? How’s it feeling now? I was well happy with how it drive afterwards 🤣. Balls mate I’ve seen a few people having that issue. Seems like it’s fairly common like you said! Best get saving hahaha. Fingers crossed mine lasts a while yet 🤣
@@AutoBay yes mate I reset it, honestly couldn’t believe the difference. Just felt so much smoother going through the gears. Drives so much better. Mine was clunking/jolting into gear before the reset. I didn’t even know about it until I saw your video so thanks mate 👍🏼😂
A lot of 8p A3’s come with a cup holder that ejects out of the dash, im sure you could swap some of those unused button spaces for a foldable cup holder
I know the cup holder you're referring to as I have it in my A3, and I don't think it would work with the 8P2 interior as the top edge of the head unit screen basically replaces the space where the pop-out cup holder used to be unfortunately. I pretty much only use the cup holder under the arm rest to put a can of red bull in haha, which is just slim enough to pull out from under the arm rest.
I managed to get a new headlight off eBay for £320 brand new. Luckily I already had the ballast so it was a straight swap👍, you’ll need to get a new headlight if it actually the LEDs that are gone mate. Unless your really good with a soldering iron 😂😂 from what I read up on it’s a lot of work and tried but couldn’t even get the headlights apart 😅
That’s a cracking price mate! I think I’ll just replace it rather than soldering if that’s what it requires 🤣 too much hassle for what it’s worth! Thanks very much mate 🙏🏼😎
@@AutoBay yes mate it was brand new (the make is HELLA) which from what I read on is where Audi get there’s.... no problem mate. But I thought It could save you £200 as Audi charge around £570 for a new headlight if I remember. You need to investigate mate and see if it’s just the ballast that need replacing, which would be much cheaper then a new headlight 👍
I have the obligatory slight wheel wobble but only use the car now and again so pretend it’s better each time ….my only problem now after fitting a new battery and alternator is that the Ghost immobiliser seems to drain the battery after a few days not being used .. I’ve since bought a Noco booster pack which is fantastic.. apart from that I still love the car .. mines Suzuka Grey aswell
It’s certainly something I can live with, yet seeming I use it everyday at the moment I beat get it sorted. I’ve been thinking about an immobiliser, how much did yours cost bud? Such a great colour 😎
@@AutoBay for get ghost, i have the pandora alarm you cant beat it. It is linked to phone anti lift alarm, if you want to see my car and compare let me no. Suzuka grey apr stage 2 440bhp big brake catless exhaust.Pandora alarm.
I’ve got an S3 8P and can’t stand the water down the window issue too, such a shit design🤣. Make a video on maintenance and running costs in your 8 months of ownership?
I know mate it’s a real pain in the ass... something that would’ve been so easily avoidable at a low cost I imagine during production. 🤣😭 that’s something I’ve already got written down in my notes mate 😎 “how much does it cost to Run an RS3 8P”. Keep eyes peeled 😜
Steering wheel whobble I had it on my rs3 8p I just got tyres rebalanced never happened since then it only wobbled when the tyre shop didn’t balance the tyres so went back got them rebalanced
I can’t say I suffer from this! I’m 6ft, so I have my seat quite far back, therefore my legs are more straight rather then bent, being able to touch the key. Maybe you should adjust how far your steering wheel is, being it towards you and out you seat back more ??
Mine doesnt wobble, but i pay to have the tracking done, religiously, the multi media is crap. Usually have rear number plate light on dash board but its always on.
I’ll be getting mine done soon I think mate, I did used to get a light about the plates lights, but I decided to pay a little extra for some great can bud free ones and they have no warning lights on the dash now 👌🏼
Greetings from Germany. I don't understand everything because of no english😅 exhaust I would make 3.5 ". And I also buy the wind deflectors👌. how about brakes with you?
Hello my friend 😎 no problem! Yes, I want to get a 3.5” system with 4” down pipe. The wind deflectors are a great touch, you can’t go wrong in my opinion. I’m currently using the stock discs and pads, they are just fine whilst the car is on stock power!
I read it some time ago and it stated that this is what that cup holder is for, it was something to do with business men being the main selling point and that they apparently drink red bull 😂
Hahahaha how’s it going Jason 🤣 long time no speak. I really miss the ST, however the RS3 is a different beaST all together 😉 (I’ll always have a soft spot for the mk2 ST)
What things do you hate most??
Women… oh sorry You mean about the car 🤦🏼♂️😂
Multi media, window down wet ingress. Thats it.
The rain coming into the window from the roof
@@LR180 hahahaha 🤣🤣
@@incognito96 multi media is pretty crap... the water is so annoying isn’t it 🤣
Regarding the exhaust valve, in 2nd and 3rd gear the valve only opens above 4k rpm. You can hear it switching while driving
Can empathise with 4 - water coming in. I ceramic coated my roof so when its dry but water on the roof, as I drive off it starts to pool then comes in the window when I stop / turn haha! It might get to the point I defy my usual thing of not using a rubber water blade on the roof.... I am pleased my RS3 8P doesn't suffer with items 1 2 or 3. Had fresh injectors before i bought it, tracks perfectly (4S all round) and I can live with the cupholder (rarely use it) - Thankfully also 5) my lights work perfect, 6) Milltek exhaust that pops/burbles all the time and 7) my (mapped) DSG box works exactly how I would like it to.
Great video mate. Hopefully picking my stage 1 8p up in a couple of weeks time all being well.
Thanks a lot bro! I hope you enjoy 😎
Having owned a s3 8p and having this issue numerous times. The first fix was tyres worn uneven. Then a yr or so came back and found out I had two buckled alloys. I just replaced all four with team dynamics 1.2s problem solved. It can also be tracking/balancing and worn drop links these rs3’s/s3’s 8p cars are very sensitive
You’re not wrong mate, they’re very sensitive. Fortunately my wobble has gone now it, it was all down to balancing
@@AutoBay yes I found out that the cheaper tyre place I would go to was not ballancing my alloys correctly so I was told about a place that specialises in balancing and tracking and I only use them now.
All 8p have this issue, was very annoying. Mine was tyres then 3 wheel bearings
Another great video man 😎 will be trying that reset as mine does the same clunking
Much appreciated mate!! 😎 it’s definitely worth it. Let me know what you think!
Greetings From France, very interesting video; the RS3 8P does have a few cons. I want to try to keep this comment as short as possible. After two years of ownership; things i hate: Brakes; they overheated too fast; which leads to vibration when braking hard and the mythical warped discs. The vibration is normally caused by a build up of pad material on the discs. So buy the appropriate pads but don’t change your good discs. Steering wheel vibration. Sorted that with a proper wheel balance. Cup holder; you can’t have a small bottle of water in the holder and use the armrest, it’s one or the other; Joke! Multimedia. Battery underneath the car; there should be dual exhaust tips on the other side. The water in the car too. I had that license plate bulb fault ; my car has the LED bulb pack on it, so the only fix was to go back to OEM license plate bulbs. Lastly, no quad exhaust because of battery location as i half mentioned above. For all of you guy who are having problems with exhaust valves, it may be rust. Also had the clunking DSG gear change, that reset work perfectly for me, i still do it sometimes. I live in the South of France, no snow or salt; i can open and close my valve with just the ignition on. Other little things, which are options related; my car doesn’t have Bluetooth and i have to fold my mirrors by hand. This car costed almost €50,000 new, these options should be standard. On the positive side; what a gearbox and an Engine!
Greetings my friend, thanks very much for the comment and the things you don’t like, couldn’t agree more 🤣 the gearbox reset works wonders doesn’t it 🔥 ill be looking to replace my discs and pads in the new year. I think this will help 👌🏼
Bonjour, j'écris en Français du coup comme vous êtes français. Dites moi je souhaiterai m'acheter prochainement une RS3 8p. Dans mon budget elles ont entre 130000 et 160000 kilomètres. J'aimerais avoir votre avis sur le fait de prendre un modèle avec autant de kilomètres. Ce sont des moteurs fiables apparemment et je vois beaucoup de modèles chez Audi avec 250000 voir plus de 300000 kilomètres. Pensez vous que c'est une erreur de prendre cela ou non ?
Did i understand right that the injector problem was fixed with the first 8v (2015-2016)models of the rs3, which still has the iron block engine? I will probably take one home with me this friday with a 110k km/ 70k miles on it. the engine runs sooth as can be and has always been serviced by audi.
I also heard of carbon buildup on the intake valves as its just direct injection but i havent had the chance to look at the valves with an endoscope
You’re correct mate, the 8V injectors we’re revised, they replaced the plastic filters and baskets for steel ones, therefore they will not melt and fail.
I’ve made a whole video talking about me having this done and also carbon clean, I talk about costs, what’s involved etc! Good luck with the new car mate 🙏🏼
@@AutoBay thanks for the confirmation, feel more save, now that i actually got he car.
The five banger is an absolute dream and sounds like heaven. the previous owner took care of it like his own child and hes very happy he found soemone whos gonna care for his baby like he did.
I didn't mention this before but it did get a professional software optimisation/tune up for 98+ . it actually does about 420hp/580nm instead of 367hp/465nm now while also chugging less gas during normal driving.
so far im very VERY happy with it
Iv got a 3door Quattro 2.0tfsi A3 8P. I don’t have any issues with the steering wheel bouncing about.
I fixed the steering wheel wobble by replacing the wheel hub rings in the front. Worth a shot. Should be cheap.
I’m glad this sorted it mate, mine was all good after wheel balancing 👌🏼
I’ll be resetting mine tomorrow then. I have the same issue, not an enjoyable drive like you said. I had the steering wheel wobble, so changed the front brake discs and pads and that’s completely gone. It felt like the car was guna fall apart before I changed the discs. I came across a new issue today 😩 when I give it some when setting off, I’m getting traction control light flashing and front wheels spinning. Been reading up on it tonight and apparently it’s the haldex pump/filter (another rs3 8p common fault) costing me an arm and a leg to run this car 😂
Did you manage to reset it mate? How’s it feeling now? I was well happy with how it drive afterwards 🤣. Balls mate I’ve seen a few people having that issue. Seems like it’s fairly common like you said! Best get saving hahaha. Fingers crossed mine lasts a while yet 🤣
Did you manage to reset it mate? How’s it feeling now? I was well happy with how it drive afterwards 🤣. Balls mate I’ve seen a few people having that issue. Seems like it’s fairly common like you said! Best get saving hahaha. Fingers crossed mine lasts a while yet 🤣
@@AutoBay yes mate I reset it, honestly couldn’t believe the difference. Just felt so much smoother going through the gears. Drives so much better. Mine was clunking/jolting into gear before the reset. I didn’t even know about it until I saw your video so thanks mate 👍🏼😂
That’s what I like to hear mate!! Actually nuts how much it changes the driving experience isn’t it 🤣👌🏼 glad this helped you bud 😎🔥
Very good video!
I wish Audi, VW would tone down the warning alarm, I hate it, so rude 😂🤣
Thanks bro!! I agree mate 🤣🤣
ok so how do i know if i really need to change the injectors to the ones from the 8v? is it just a straight swap or does something need to be coded?
Straight swap mate, no coding required. It’s a must, saves chance of engine failure in the future.
The little cup holder is the perfect redbull can holder :P
I still need to try this 🤣👌🏼
It has to be the small can though 😉 how you get on at tuning lab?? I need to get my s3 booked in as it’s not to far from callington 😉
@@lilliz230785 I’ll take note of that bro 😜 yes mate really good 🔥 I posted the full video yesterday if you wanna see 😎
A lot of 8p A3’s come with a cup holder that ejects out of the dash, im sure you could swap some of those unused button spaces for a foldable cup holder
Great idea mate 👌🏼
I know the cup holder you're referring to as I have it in my A3, and I don't think it would work with the 8P2 interior as the top edge of the head unit screen basically replaces the space where the pop-out cup holder used to be unfortunately. I pretty much only use the cup holder under the arm rest to put a can of red bull in haha, which is just slim enough to pull out from under the arm rest.
I managed to get a new headlight off eBay for £320 brand new. Luckily I already had the ballast so it was a straight swap👍, you’ll need to get a new headlight if it actually the LEDs that are gone mate. Unless your really good with a soldering iron 😂😂 from what I read up on it’s a lot of work and tried but couldn’t even get the headlights apart 😅
That’s a cracking price mate! I think I’ll just replace it rather than soldering if that’s what it requires 🤣 too much hassle for what it’s worth! Thanks very much mate 🙏🏼😎
@@AutoBay yes mate it was brand new (the make is HELLA) which from what I read on is where Audi get there’s.... no problem mate. But I thought It could save you £200 as Audi charge around £570 for a new headlight if I remember. You need to investigate mate and see if it’s just the ballast that need replacing, which would be much cheaper then a new headlight 👍
I have the obligatory slight wheel wobble but only use the car now and again so pretend it’s better each time ….my only problem now after fitting a new battery and alternator is that the Ghost immobiliser seems to drain the battery after a few days not being used .. I’ve since bought a Noco booster pack which is fantastic.. apart from that I still love the car .. mines Suzuka Grey aswell
It’s certainly something I can live with, yet seeming I use it everyday at the moment I beat get it sorted. I’ve been thinking about an immobiliser, how much did yours cost bud? Such a great colour 😎
@@AutoBay for get ghost, i have the pandora alarm you cant beat it. It is linked to phone anti lift alarm, if you want to see my car and compare let me no. Suzuka grey apr stage 2 440bhp big brake catless exhaust.Pandora alarm.
I’ve got an S3 8P and can’t stand the water down the window issue too, such a shit design🤣. Make a video on maintenance and running costs in your 8 months of ownership?
i thought it was me alone but audi completely lost me with that one
I know mate it’s a real pain in the ass... something that would’ve been so easily avoidable at a low cost I imagine during production. 🤣😭 that’s something I’ve already got written down in my notes mate 😎 “how much does it cost to Run an RS3 8P”. Keep eyes peeled 😜
My car has same ticking sound at 3:09 do you know where it comes from? I can hear it even when the car is standing still😩
The windscreen wiper mate??
Steering wheel whobble I had it on my rs3 8p I just got tyres rebalanced never happened since then it only wobbled when the tyre shop didn’t balance the tyres so went back got them rebalanced
Glad it was so simple to resolve, I’m hoping mine is just the same 👌🏼 these cars are so sensitive, has to be spot on it seems for the perfect ride. 🔥
I hate in my s3 8p knee touching key when driving! Key place is so old and stupid. What you think? 🤕
I can’t say I suffer from this! I’m 6ft, so I have my seat quite far back, therefore my legs are more straight rather then bent, being able to touch the key. Maybe you should adjust how far your steering wheel is, being it towards you and out you seat back more ??
Mine doesnt wobble, but i pay to have the tracking done, religiously, the multi media is crap. Usually have rear number plate light on dash board but its always on.
I’ll be getting mine done soon I think mate, I did used to get a light about the plates lights, but I decided to pay a little extra for some great can bud free ones and they have no warning lights on the dash now 👌🏼
Greetings from Germany. I don't understand everything because of no english😅 exhaust I would make 3.5 ". And I also buy the wind deflectors👌. how about brakes with you?
Hello my friend 😎 no problem! Yes, I want to get a 3.5” system with 4” down pipe. The wind deflectors are a great touch, you can’t go wrong in my opinion. I’m currently using the stock discs and pads, they are just fine whilst the car is on stock power!
U can change central console for a US model with good cup holder :)
I don’t believe they made a US model Rs3 8P ? 🤔 😲
I’ve done some research mate and found what you were talking about 🤯 it looks class, I may have to get one at some point 😎🔥
@@AutoBay i need change that too, i hate this cup holder :)
@@AutoBay deff did
Also change the jets to fan ones
You on about Rs3 8v air vents? If so, I have done that 👍🏼
No I’m talking about the washer jets that you said spray into your car if you change them to mist ones you solve that problem and they are more modern
@@artsy__x7155 ahh I see mate, this is only due to the wipers pushing the water though, I’d not heard about “mist” sprayers however
It’s made for a red bull can 😉 the smaller cup holder
Perfect fit 🤣👌🏼
It was actually made for the redbull can
@@artsy__x7155 really ? 🤣 where does it say this hahaha
I read it some time ago and it stated that this is what that cup holder is for, it was something to do with business men being the main selling point and that they apparently drink red bull 😂
bro you forgot the handbrake / armrest bump in each other
That’s such a good point mate 🤣🤣 that’s SO annoying....
Great video bro! Clean the inside of car tho :P hahaha
Thanks bro! I know mate it’s filthy 🤣🤣 it gets taken to a building site every day 😭
@@AutoBay good Excuse mate haha 😛
🤣🤣🤣
Donyou have to map the 8v injectors in
No mate
Should have kept the ST bud lol 😂 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻
Hahahaha how’s it going Jason 🤣 long time no speak. I really miss the ST, however the RS3 is a different beaST all together 😉 (I’ll always have a soft spot for the mk2 ST)
The ST doesn't even come close to comparing to the RS mate
@@Bazgti250 you’re not wrong bud 🙈
DRL switch change it to auto switch much better