Audi A3 Sportback (2004 - 2013) 1.9 TDIe Sport 5d (2009/09) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Travelling salesman.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They all liked it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I wouldn't buy this exact model but I would definitely consider an Audi again.
What are you likely to buy next?
I'm currently with an E Class Coupe and it's great.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£10,995
When did you buy the car?
October 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was a lot cheaper than from a main dealer but without the good warranty, free insurance etc.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
I've always been an Audi fan and since I got a promotion I thought the time was right for a treat.
What was the dealer like?
I know three people that have used this dealer and none of us would ever go back.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
It was a nice car to drive. Direct and sure footed, I always felt I could trust it. The sport seats were the worst part. I couldn't drive for more than 2 hours without crippling back ache. Don't buy the sport for long distance.
What's it like to park?
Easy enough. Good visibility. Pretty average really.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
In the main it was great. I had to change the front tyres but the main problem were the brakes. They were replaced at the service and then I developed a massive judder under braking. I took it back and they claimed I had braked too hard and bent the discs (obviously, I'm a 24 hour endurance racer). Anyway, they replaced them and after that strangely they were fine. I won't go back to that garage again.
What's most practical about your car?
The size is pretty good. I had four adults in and still plenty of room. The boot is great and the seats fold down easily which helped when I moved home.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Frankly it didn't really have any. The aux input would be it really so I'll go with that.
