2018/68 AUDI RS3 8V SALOON 2.5 TFSI QUATTRO S-TRONIC | AREEVE PERFORMANCE STAGE 1; 502PS

SOLD

7-SPD S-TRONIC

2.5L TFSI

SALOON

PETROL

4 DOORS

5 SEATS

Mileage

21,900 MILES

YEAR

2018/68

PREV. OWNERS

3

Service History

FULL MAIN DEALER

No. OF KEYS

2

MOT

03/2023

BHP

502

DESCRIPTION

If the way your car sounds is as important as how it looks and drives, then this last of the line, DAZA-engined Audi RS3 saloon will be music to your ears.

This exquisite low-mileage Glacier White example is actually one of the very last 8V RS3’s to be registered with the non-OPF 2.5-litre TFSI engine, which not only allows its full-bodied soundtrack to be unleashed without disruption through its optional RS Sports Exhaust (£1000), but it also gives greater scope for tuning to release the true potential of this iconic powerplant.

Proving this point, this flawless example features a £700 Areeve Stage One software upgrade which raises peak power to an eye-opening 502bhp and speeds up the gearshifts with no other mechanical modifications. This makes for a truly OEM+ solution that transforms the power delivery and turns this already spicy saloon into a true supercar slayer.

Adding to the aftermarket ECU calibration is over £4800 worth of desirable factory options such as the exterior Black pack, privacy glass, black badging, black mirror caps and black 19in Audi Sport alloy wheels, as well as eight-way adjustable fully electric Nappa leather seats.

Complementing the monochromatic exterior aesthetic is a Maxton Design front splitter and side skirts, both in a deep gloss black finish.

Having covered only 21,900 miles from new, this rare 68-plate model also benefits from a full Audi main dealer and specialist service history and a recent service and health check from an independent specialist to ensure a fault free ownership experience of this obviously highly cherished machine.

Of course, as with all vehicles sold by Automotive Addiction, it has been meticulously prepared with a detailers eye including our trademark 40-hour multi-stage machine paintwork correction to ensure a truly flawless finish that you will not find elsewhere.

Our painstaking inspection process has revealed no instances of non-factory paintwork, so you can buy in confidence that this most searing of super saloons has led a life free of damage and is in simply impeccable condition both inside and out.

Please contact us without delay if you wish to discuss this vehicle or secure it with a deposit.

Highlights

  • 3 Previous Keepers; RS Enthusiasts
  • £4,800 of Factory Optional Extras

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  • 68-Plate DAZA Engine (Non-OPF) RS3; One of the last ever Registered in the U.K (November 2018)
  • ECU & TCU Mileages Match to confirm Authenticity of Mileage; Verified by us with VCDS

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  • Areeve Performance Stage 1; 502PS
  • £1,650 of Modifications

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  • Full Comprehensive Audi Main-Dealer & Specialist Service History
  • Minor Service Completed (Haldex Rear Differential & Brake Fluid Service)
  • Recent Healthcheck & Service at Audi Specialist; Clean Bill of Health

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  • 2 Audi Keys & MOT until March 2023
  • Multi-Stage Machine Paintwork Correction in our Detailing Studio (RRP £700)
  • Glacier White Metallic Paintwork (£550)
  • RS Sports Exhaust System (£1,000)
  • 19inch 8.5J ‘5-Arm-Blade’ Design Audi Sport Alloy Wheels; Gloss Anthracite Black (£795)

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  • Gloss Black Exterior Styling Package (£800)
  • Privacy Glass; Dark-Tinted Rear Windows (£375)
  • Gloss Black Audi Badges; Genuine (£180)
  • Gloss Black Mirror Caps (£125)
  • Hill Hold Assistant (£90)

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  • 8-Way Electrically Adjustable Front Seats (£650)
  • 4-Way Electric Lumbar Support (£250)

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  • RS Embossed Sports Seats in Black Fine-Nappa Leather w/ Rock-Grey Stitching
  • Audi Premium Sound System with Subwoofer in Parcel Shelf

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  • Audi Virtual Cockpit with Navigation View (12.3inch Digital Split Screen)
  • Audi Satellite Navigation Plus (Widescreen 3D Display with Touch Entry)
  • Audi Smartphone Interface (Apple CarPlay & Android Auto)
  • Audi Connect Infotainment Services; 4G SIM Card to access Google Earth & WiFi Hotspot
  • Flat Bottom RS3 Alcantara Steering Wheel W/ Gear Paddles
  • Alcantara Doorcard Panel Inserts
  • Alcantara S-Tronic Gear Lever
  • RS3 Logo Illuminated Door-Entry Sills
  • Heated Front Seats 
  • Optics 3D Design Interior Inlays 
  • Audi-Sport Door Entry Beam
  • Audi Drive Select (Different Driving Modes)

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  • 2.5TFSI 5-Cylinder Engine; Aluminium Block Model
  • 7-Speed S-Tronic Gearbox
  • Quattro 4-Wheel Drive
  • 8-Piston Brembo Front Brakes; 370mm Discs
  • RS Body-Styling; RS Front Bumper with enlarged Air-Inlets, RS Honeycomb Front Grill, RS Rear Spoiler & RS Rear Diffuser
  • LED Front Headlights
  • LED Rear Lights with Dynamic Indicators 
  • LED Interior Light Package 
  • Bluetooth Interface Audio & Phone
  • Cruise Control
  • Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror
  • Ambient Interior Lighting
  • DAB Digital Radio
  • Dual Zone Climate Control
  • Front & Rear Parking Sensors
  • USB & Auxiliary Inputs
  • Electric Wing Mirrors
  • Automatic Lights & Wipers
  • Individual Split Folding Rear Seats
  • Areeve Performance Stage 1 Engine Calibration; 502PS & 599NM (£700)
  • Areeve Performance TCU Gearbox Calibration

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  • RS Design Package Red Heater Air Vents; Genuine OEM (£400)
  • RS Embossed Exclusive Floor Matts by AutoStyle (£150)
  • 2022 Audi Satellite Navigation Maps Update (£100)

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  • Maxton-Designs Front Splitter; Gloss-Black (£145)
  • Maxton-Designs Side Skirts; Gloss-Black (£145)
  • 08/2018 (0mls) Newport Audi (Pre-Delivery Inspection)
  • 04/2019 (3,252mls) Reading Audi (Engine Service w/Inspection)
  • 10/2020 (13,557mls) Warrington Audi (Engine Service w/Inspection)
  • 10/2021 (20,032mls) Kings-Lynn Audi (Haldex Rear Differential Service w/Inspection)
  • 12/2021 (20,770mls) Areeve Performance (Stage 1 Tuning Package)
  • 03/2022 (21,836mls) Hunter 4-Wheel Geometry Setup
  • 03/2022 (21,878mls) Audi Specialist; Midland VW (Engine & Brake Fluid Service w/Inspection)

 

Servicing carried out in accordance with Audi’s LongLife Schedule up to 2 Years/19k miles.

Paintwork: In Sublime Condition as you would expect from us for the mileage. This is without doubt one of the best condition 2018 RS3’s we have ever had, credit to its previous owner.

  • Paintwork is Factory Original on the entire vehicle, with no evidence of non-factory paintwork after rigorous inspection by our in-house professional detailers with a Paint Depth Gauge, displaying consistent Microns readings of paint thickness on every body panel. Be rest assured this is an RS that had led a life free of damage, verified by us as Professional Detailers.
  • Areas that are prone to Stone Chips are in exceptional condition such as; Front End, Rear Arches & Sideskirts. We are struggling to find fault; with the exception of two dozen miniscule stone chips to the bonnet and to the front bumper (which has been professionally touched up and less than 1mm wide)
  • No Dents, Scratches or Abrasions present on ANY Body Panels
  • No marks on the top of the rear bumper from loading items into the boot
  • No cracks or damage to the windscreen
  • No scuffs under the front bumper or side skirts
  • This is without doubt one of the Finest Condition RS3’s we have ever offered

 

We are pedantic with our condition reports for complete transparency to any potential buyers. Presented as you would expect from a respected Detailing Centre.

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Wheels, Tyres & Brakes:

  • 19inch Audi Blade Wheels are in Perfect Condition with No Kerb Marks, Blemishes, Stone Chips, Swirl Marks or White Spotting to Diamond Cut Areas.
  • Pirelli P-Zero RO2 Tyres (RO – Audi RS Factory Fitted); Fronts are on 7.2mm & Rears on 6.2mm of tread (For reference new tyres are 7.5mm)
  • Front Discs are 20% & Pads are 40% Worn
  • Rear Discs are 15% & Pads are 40% Worn
  • RS Calipers are in Perfect Condition
  • Brake Discs are in excellent condition, with no warping/squeaking issues like lesser examples

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Interior: In AS-New Condition. It would be no exaggeration to state that the interior is as close to new condition as possible; testament to Audi Build Quality when treated with respect.

  • Leather Seat Bolsters & Centre’s are in Perfect Condition; Still retaining their Satin Finish
  • Leather & Alcantara Steering Wheel in Perfect Condition
  • RS Exclusive Floor Matts are in Perfect Condition
  • Roof Lining & Doorcards are in Perfect Condition
  • Boot Plastics are in Perfect Condition, No Damage from items in the boot
  • Back of Seats are in Perfect Condition
  • Rear Seats are in Perfect Condition
  • All Other Control Buttons & Trims are in near Perfect Condition

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We have performed a Multi-Stage Machine Paintwork Swirl Correction to bring Clarity & Depth to this Glacier White colour which looks incredible in direct sunlight and under our Professional Detailing Studio lights. This RS3 would be suitable for even the most avid enthusiasts. 

We like to give our honest & professional opinion; the condition of this vehicle would represent a 15,000mls example or less WITHOUT exaggeration. You won’t find a better condition used RS3 matching this mileage on the Market today.

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BESPOKE SERVICES

We offer everything from paint protection treatments to tuning modifications, styling upgrades and aftermarket security systems and a wide range of retrofitted manufacturer options. These options are all installed in-house. Read on to find out more about how we can turn your vision into reality.

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

Modifications

Add extra performance or a personal touch with our extensive range of modification options. Mild or wild, we make your vision a reality

Retrofit

Digital Gauge Retrofit

Tailor the specification of your new vehicle any way you want it with our host of OEM retrofit options installed with factory finish and functionality.

 

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