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Introduced in 2017, the facelift Audi RS3 8V received revised RS styling, a substantially updated 400PS aluminium five-cylinder engine and enhanced interior technology, further developing the original 8V RS3 formula. The following equipment forms part of the standard UK Audi RS3 specification and is fitted in addition to any Factory Optional Extras detailed above:
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2017-onwards Facelift Revisions:
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Highlight Specification:
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Engine, Performance & Drivetrain Upgrades (£4,800):
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Wheels, Tyres & Suspension Upgrades (£4,700):
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Exterior Styling Enhancements (£1,350):
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 Mythos Black Audi RS3 Saloon has been 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 Audi RS3 8V DAZA Saloon 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 Saloon MRC Stage 2 For Sale has successfully passed all pre-sale inspections, enabling us to confidently offer this example for sale today.
Prior to advertisement, up to 60-hours of meticulous detailing preparation has been 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.
This unique, industry-leading preparation process has been fully documented through both images and video. Selected images can be found within the gallery for this advert, along with a short clip included in the walkaround video. Additional documentation of the preparation work can be supplied to prospective buyers upon request.
Automotive Addiction has grown from an unrivalled passion for perfection in vehicle preparation and performance.
Please contact us without delay for a full breakdown of the preparation carried out on this Audi RS3 Saloon MRC Stage 2 For Sale
A DAZA RS3 Saloon with Performance & Provenance. Finished in Mythos Black Metallic, this 2017 Audi RS3 Saloon combines £5,000 of factory optional extras with £10,850 of professionally installed modifications. MRC Tuning’s Stage 2 engine and transmission calibrations, supported by Wagner Tuning and Forge Motorsport hardware, produce a dyno-proven 549PS and 749Nm. Its DAZA Non-OPF drivetrain is complemented by documented specialist maintenance and a longstanding relationship with Automotive Addiction.
Known to Automotive Addiction Since 2021. We first supplied this RS3 in February 2021 at 15,301 miles and again in January 2026 at 22,780 miles, subsequently purchasing it back on both occasions. Our involvement in its servicing and maintenance provides first-hand familiarity across successive enthusiast owners, adding valuable context to its documented history.
Specialist Verification Beyond the Paperwork. Audi-grade dealer diagnostics have verified the genuine mileage and recorded four Launch Control activations since new. Modifications are inspected in-house for installation, condition and presence against the advertised specification, complementing the documented maintenance record.
MRC Performance with Supporting Hardware. The MRC Tuning Stage 2 calibration delivers an additional 149PS over standard, paired with DQ500 transmission software to support increased torque and sharpen gearbox response. A Wagner Tuning EVO3 Competition Intercooler improves charge-air cooling, whilst the Forge Motorsport turbo inlet elbow and intake hard pipe reduce restriction. A K&N panel filter retains the factory airbox, and a Wagner Tuning downpipe completes the exhaust upgrades.
A Purposeful Interpretation of the RS3 Saloon. The Mythos Black exterior contrasts with 20-inch OZ Racing Ultraleggera HLT wheels in Matt Race Silver, complementing the factory Matt Aluminium detailing. Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres, RacingLine lowering springs and H&R spacers accompany a Horsch carbon-fibre front splitter and rear privacy tint, creating a more assertive stance whilst preserving the Saloon’s clean proportions.
Factory Equipment with Everyday Appeal. Originally carrying an Audi factory build price of £50,750, this example combines Black Fine Nappa Leather with Rock Grey stitching, electrically adjustable heated front sports seats and Extended Leather Interior. Advanced Key, folding and auto-dimming mirrors, Audi Virtual Cockpit, MMI Navigation Plus and smartphone integration provide comfort and convenience. The optional factory Top Speed Increase to 174mph completes the specification.
Confidence Through Documented Maintenance. MRC Tuning Scotland D.H Automotive and Automotive Addiction feature in the history, with invoices and Vehicle Health Checks supporting specialist servicing. The S tronic gearbox was serviced in July 2022, followed by transfer box, Haldex and rear differential maintenance in August 2023. Engine and brake-fluid servicing, with NGK Race spark-plug replacement, followed in December 2025. Further engine, transfer box, Haldex, air-filter and pollen-filter servicing will be completed before handover.
The DAZA Non-OPF Sweet Spot. Lightweight aluminium engine construction, no factory-fitted petrol particulate filter and distinctive five-cylinder character define this earlier facelift configuration. As the industry transitions towards electrification, the DAZA Non-OPF RS3 represents an increasingly significant chapter in Audi RS history.
Meticulously Detailed, with Final Servicing Before Handover. This RS3 has completed Automotive Addiction’s 60-hour detailing process, including decontamination, wheels-off cleaning, wheel-arch and engine-bay refinement, multi-stage paint correction and comprehensive interior treatment. This forms part of our 100-Hour Pre-Sale Preparation Process, incorporating diagnostics, a 260-point mechanical inspection and road test, a 150-point visual inspection, paint-depth assessment and history checks. The scheduled service remains outstanding and will be completed before handover.
An Opportunity That Deserves Closer Inspection. Explore the comprehensive image gallery, detailed specification and supporting history before arranging a personal showroom appointment. To discuss this RS3 and its modifications, a part exchange or tailored finance quotation, please contact Automotive Addiction.
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