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Waz's Audi A3 3.2 V6 'quattro'


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It's a Haldex 4wd system common across VW & Audi transverse engine cars badged 'quattro'

 

but apart from the detail of that, it's quite quick & capable. handling so far is great, comfortable but firm. Not noticeable in the understeer department and makes nice sounds.

 

a quick look at the sale ad photos;

 

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I'll get some better ones of my own when I get out and about more.

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It's definitely quicker than the RX8 was. Probably a combination of leaking horses on the compression saga and the rating of car is higher anyway.

The 4wd really puts it to the road.

I like the fact that it's commonly listed as 0-60 in 6.5s but the owners manual has 0-100km in 6.3s in the technical data!

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:D  the irony. - the new club keyring, never used on the RX8.

 

safely tucked up on the drive.

 

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I've been for a few enthusiastic country lane drives around the south downs and I can safely say - I can't find the "monumental" understeer that was bandied about with this car, and to be honest, I can't really detect that the weight is all over the nose of the car as it would seem to be an obvious likelyhood being essentially a FWD transverse lump. 

I guess the 4WD system by adding a prop and a rear diff must balance it up, the battery's in the boot, so that's been thought of (although the engine bay is very full) I think the alloys being an inch-up on standard probably sharpens it up a little too, but thankfully it's not harsh.

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Glad you're enjoying it :D

 

If those aren't the standard wheels are they still Audi ones or aftermarket?

 

They're a MOMO wheel.

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"Quantum Anthracite"

 

Currently fitted with Michelin PilotSport3's in 225/40-18 compared to std fitment of 225/45-17 is pretty close.

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No, someone has fitted different shocks or springs to tighten up the handling.

 

 

Interesting, because it doesn't feel harsh and I remember Tony mentioning an H&R springs avoidance policy on account of being a bit steep rate.

 

I haven't taken my ramps to the car yet, I may be forced to roll about under it after-all!

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I think Tein have changed of late, I had some on my R33 Skyline and they were very hard on the road but a mate just bought a set for his Skyline and they are really nice , remind me of the BC's ie just a little firmer than new stock ones

 

I am a big fan of Eibach stuff personally , especially their sway bars  

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