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2015 (65) Audi RS3 8V Pre-Facelift Sportback 2.5 TFSI S-Tronic Quattro 367PS | Audi Exclusive: Sprint Blue | £13,000 of Factory Optional Extras

0 Launches since New | Factory Original Paintwork | £13K of Options | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Dynamic Package | RS Interior Design Package in Red | Technology Package | Comfort & Sound Package | Full Audi Main Dealer History

2015 (65) Audi RS3 8V Pre-Facelift Sportback 2.5 TFSI S-Tronic Quattro 367PS | Audi Exclusive: Sprint Blue | £13,000 of Factory Optional Extras

0 Launches since New | Factory Original Paintwork | £13K of Options | Panoramic Glass Sunroof | Dynamic Package | RS Interior Design Package in Red | Technology Package | Comfort & Sound Package | Full Audi Main Dealer History

Key Information

  • Audi Exclusive: Sprint Blue Paintwork

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  • £16,000 of Factory Optional Extras in addition to the Audi RS3 8V standard specification, including Panoramic Glass Sunroof, Super Sport Seats, 4-way Electric Lumbar Support, RS Design Package, Dynamic Package, Technology Package, Comfort & Sound Package, Audi Connect Infotainment Services, Gloss Black Exterior Styling Package

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  • £2,000 of Enhancements including 2020 Audi RS3 Sport Edition Alloy Wheels, Carbon Fibre Interior Dashboard & Doorcard Inlays

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  • Exceptional Paintwork Condition for Age & Mileage

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  • Standard Unmodified Example: Completely stock, as supplied from factory

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  • Launch Control Usage Verified: 0 launches since new (NEVER LAUNCHED!)
  • Genuine Mileage Verified using Audi-grade dealer diagnostics
  • Original Factory Paintwork Verified via consistent paint depth (µm) readings across all body panels

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  • All Major Model-Specific Maintenance Completed: Gearbox & Differential Services Completed, New Brake Discs Recently Fitted

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Factory Optional Extras (£13,000):
  • Audi Exclusive Sprint Blue Paintwork (£2,500)
  • Panoramic Glass Sunroof (£1,075)

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  • Super Sport Seats in Black Fine Nappa Leather with Crescendo Red Diamond Quilting (£795)
  • 4-Way Electric Lumbar Support (£250)

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  • RS Interior Design Package (£895):
    • Alcantara Knee Pads with Crescendo Red Stitching
    • RS Embossed Exclusive Floor Mats
    • Leather Doorcard Armrests with Crescendo Red Stitching
    • Crescendo Red Pinstriped Seatbelts
    • Red Air Vent Accents

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  • Dynamic Package (£1,495):
    • RS Sports Exhaust System
    • Audi Magnetic Ride Control
    • Comfort, Auto & Dynamic Suspension Settings
    • Electronically Controlled Adaptive Damping

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  • Technology Package (£1,495):
    • 7-inch High-Resolution Display
    • Audi HDD-Based MMI Navigation Plus
    • MMI Touch Entry System
    • 3D Mapping & Dynamic Route Guidance
    • Additional Navigation Display within Driver Information System
    • 10GB Jukebox Hard Drive
    • 2x SD Card Readers
    • Voice Control System

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  • Audi Connect Infotainment Services (£300)

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  • Comfort & Sound Package (£1,150):
    • Bang & Olufsen 705-Watt Sound System with 14 Loudspeakers & Subwoofer
    • Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror
    • Cruise Control
    • Interior LED Lighting Package
    • Interior LED Ambient Lighting Package

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  • Gloss Black Exterior Styling Package (£795)
  • Gloss Black Door Mirror Caps (£125)
  • Matt Black Roof Rails (£250)
  • Privacy Glass (£375)
  • RS Brake Calipers Finished in Red (£325)

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  • Advanced Key: Keyless Entry & Exit with Push-Button Start & Stop (£425)
  • Electric Folding & Heated Door Mirrors (£375)
  • Rear-View Reverse Camera (£275)
  • Hill Hold Assistant (£90)

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  • 2.5L TFSI Turbo 5-Cylinder Petrol Engine: 367PS & 465NM
  • 7-Speed S-Tronic Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission
  • Quattro 4-Wheel Drive System
  • 0-62 MPH in 4.3 Seconds
Enhancements (£2,000):
  • 2020 Audi RS3 Sport Edition Alloy Wheels (£1,500)
  • Carbon-Fibre Interior Dashboard & Doorcard Inlays (£500)
Bespoke Pre-Delivery Enhancements:

Presented in its original factory specification, this Audi RS3 8V Sportback provides its next owner with the opportunity to protect, secure and personalise the vehicle prior to collection or delivery.

Available pre-delivery enhancements include:

  • Professionally Installed SunTek Paint Protection Film (PPF)
  • Gtechniq & CarPro Accredited Ceramic Coatings (Body, Glass, Wheels, Brake Calipers, Exhaust Tips & Interior)*
  • Autowatch Ghost Immobilisers
  • Thatcham Approved Vehicle Trackers (S7 to S5+ with Driver Recognition & Immobilisation)
  • OEM Manufacturer Retrofits
  • Performance Upgrades
  • Cosmetic Enhancements
  • Bespoke Vehicle Enhancements

Should you have a bespoke requirement not listed above, our experienced team will be delighted to discuss your ideas and create a tailored solution prior to collection or delivery.

To discuss the available pre-delivery enhancement options for this vehicle, please contact a member of our team, who will be delighted to guide you through the available options and create a bespoke package tailored to your individual requirements.

100-hour Pre-Sale Preparation Process:

Preparation That Goes Beyond Perfection:

Our preparation process goes far beyond industry norms – What follows outlines the intensive inspection, detailing, and restoration work carried out on every vehicle we offer for sale.

This Audi RS3 8V will be subject to our innovative, industry-leading preparation process, involving up to 100-hours of labour-intensive work, designed to satisfy even the most pedantic automotive enthusiast. At every stage, our exacting standards must be met before this 2015 Audi RS3 8V can be offered for sale by Automotive Addiction.

The first phase of this process is our crucial pre-sale inspections, a comprehensive five-part assessment. This includes a deep-dive diagnostic inspection to verify mileage authenticity, review the launch-control counter, and identify any stored fault codes. This is followed by a 260-point mechanical inspection and road test to ensure that what lies beneath the paintwork meets the highest standards of mechanical integrity.

An in-depth 150-point visual inspection of all exterior and interior surfaces is then carried out, including bodywork, paintwork, wheels, glass, and interior materials. We also complete a rigorous paint depth analysis, allowing us to verify the originality of the paintwork and body panels. Finally, a service and maintenance inspection is conducted to determine whether any time or mileage-sensitive servicing, maintenance, or manufacturer recall items require attention before progressing to our professional pre-sale detailing work.

This Audi RS3 8V has successfully passed all pre-sale inspections, enabling us to confidently offer this example for sale today.

Prior to sale, up to 60-hours of meticulous detailing preparation will be completed by our highly skilled, in-house professional detailers, each with over 10 years of experience. This £1,500 worth of work is carried out free of charge and includes a deep wheels-off decontamination cleanse, pre-paint correction preparation, brake disc centre refurbishment, exhaust system polishing, steam cleaning of intricate areas, and underbody and wheel arch rejuvenation. This is followed by our signature multi-stage machine paint correction. Interior surfaces are restored with equal precision, ensuring this Audi RS3 8V is presented in the most optimal condition possible, regardless of age or mileage.

The result is a finish that often surpasses factory standards when new — because we believe a vehicle should look as exceptional as it feels to drive.

Automotive Addiction has grown from an unrivalled passion for perfection in vehicle preparation and performance.

Protect | Modify | Retrofit – Our Bespoke In-House Services:
When purchasing a vehicle from Automotive Addiction, we offer a range of bespoke in-house services designed to protect, modify, and retrofit genuine OEM equipment to your new vehicle prior to delivery.

Paint Protection

Paint Protection Film (PPF): As a Suntek Approved PPF Installer, we offer premium paint protection film solutions designed to preserve your vehicle’s paintwork against stone chips, road debris, scratches, and everyday wear. Using plotter-cut, vehicle-specific patterns, PPF is applied with exceptional accuracy for a seamless, factory-quality finish. The film features self-healing properties, allowing light scratches and swirl marks to disappear with heat, helping to maintain a flawless appearance over time. Coverage options range from high-impact areas to full-vehicle protection, ensuring long-term preservation without compromising appearance.

Ceramic Coating Paint Protection: We are a CarPro Approved Installer and also offer Gtechniq ceramic coatings, providing durable, high-performance paint protection with a deep, gloss finish. Ceramic coatings help protect against UV exposure, environmental contaminants, and chemical staining, while significantly reducing maintenance requirements and keeping your vehicle looking its best for longer.

Security Protection

Thatcham & TASSA Approved Security System: We supply and install Global Telemetrics Thatcham-approved tracking systems, including S5+, S5, and S7 options, with immobilisation available where applicable. These insurer-recognised systems provide advanced theft protection and real-time vehicle monitoring. We also offer the TASSA-approved Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser 2, a discreet, keyless security solution. Both options are professionally installed in-house, offering enhanced security and complete peace of mind.

Retrofit (Factory OEM)

Have you found a vehicle you love, but it’s missing a factory option you would really like? No problem — we’ve got you covered.

Our Factory Retrofit Service allows genuine manufacturer options that were available from new, but not originally specified, to be professionally retrofitted prior to sale. Popular retrofit options include Apple CarPlay / Android Auto, reversing cameras, heated seats, folding mirrors, and tyre pressure monitoring systems, among others (model dependent). All work is completed in-house using genuine OEM manufacturer parts and correct coding, ensuring a seamless, factory-correct finish — as if the vehicle left the factory with the option installed.

Modify

Our in-house modification services range from subtle factory-style OEM+ enhancements to full bespoke builds. With extensive experience, we deliver projects of any scale, tailored entirely to your vision.

Cosmetic Modifications: This can be as understated or as bold as you choose. Options include badge colour changes, brake caliper colour refinishing, complete wheel design upgrades, and the supply and installation of bodykits, including carbon-fibre kits, plus much more. Every visual modification is completed with close attention to detail, whether the aim is subtle personalisation or a more aggressive aesthetic.

Performance Modifications: This can range from subtle enhancements to comprehensive performance builds. Options include professional ECU and TCU calibrations, engine and transmission upgrades, suspension enhancements such as coilover systems, and selected chassis improvements, all specified to suit the vehicle and its intended use. Whether the aim is increased performance, improved drivability, or sharper handling, each modification is carefully planned and executed to deliver the desired results while maintaining reliability and everyday usability.

To discuss paint protection, security, modifications, or factory retrofit options for your new vehicle, please get in touch today.

Model Overview:

The Audi RS3 8V Sportback has established itself as one of the most desirable modern performance hatchbacks, combining Audi’s iconic 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder engine with quattro all-wheel drive and everyday practicality. Producing 367PS and 465Nm of torque, the original 8V RS3 delivers the unmistakable five-cylinder soundtrack and engaging driving experience that have made this generation increasingly sought after by enthusiasts.

This particular example presents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly specified, completely stock and unmodified RS3, finished in the striking Audi Exclusive Sprint Blue paintwork. With approximately £13,000 of factory optional extras, its specification includes the Panoramic Glass Sunroof, Super Sport Seats with Crescendo Red Diamond Quilting, Dynamic Package with RS Sports Exhaust and Magnetic Ride, Bang & Olufsen Sound System and Technology Package. The addition of genuine 2020 RS3 Sport Edition alloy wheels and carbon-fibre interior inlays further enhances its appearance while retaining its original character.

What makes this example particularly appealing is its ownership, maintenance and overall condition. Having covered 62,900 miles with just one previous keeper, it benefits from a full Audi main dealer service history, completed gearbox and differential servicing, and recently replaced brake discs. Importantly, the vehicle retains its factory paintwork, presents in exceptional condition for its age and mileage, and has recorded zero launch control activations.

With early 8V RS3 examples becoming increasingly difficult to find in original, unmodified condition, this Sprint Blue Sportback represents an attractive opportunity for an enthusiast seeking a distinctive specification, reassuring maintenance history and the authentic five-cylinder RS driving experience. Available now at Automotive Addiction for £27,995, we welcome enquiries from those looking to secure this exceptional example.

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DEALER SERVICES

Paint Protection

Protect your vehicle’s pristine paint finish with a choice of pre-collection protection treatments: liquid ceramic coating and durable paint protection film

Security

Keep thieves at bay and your new purchase safe and secure with professionally installed TASSA-approved immobilisation and thatcham-approved tracking systems