2011 Audi S3 Quattro Manual

Highlights

• Two owners from new

• 261 bhp

• Quattro all-wheel drive 

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Extensive service history

Overview

In a sea of conformity, it’s always good to have a distinctive characteristic. And the S3 is Audi’s way of standing out from the crowd, although it still does this in a very ‘Audi’ way. Who else would paint a car like this grey? 

But that’s all part of this car’s appeal: it manages to blend into the background, while still being a high-performance hatchback which is fantastic fun to drive. Quattro all-wheel drive with Haldex wizardry sending power where it’s needed, coupled with a two-litre turbocharged engine makes this more than your average two-door runabout. 

The well-trimmed interior is comfortable and modern necessities like Bluetooth and dual-zone climate control. And it features leather and Alcantara upholstery, which remains in very good condition for its age. 

What’s even more impressive is that this car has only had one previous keeper. The current owner purchased it from the first owner back in 2012, and they have kept it ever since. It’s easy to see why you wouldn’t want to give up such an understated little car: its 261 bhp allows you to have plenty of fun whenever you want, without attracting any sort of attention when you’re parked up. 

This is the kind of car you can happily drive to the shops without a care in the world. It’ll transport five people, and get you to your destination in perfect comfort.  A car for any occasion. 

History and documentation

• Registered 1 Sep 2011

• Collection of service invoices with services as follows: May 2015 @ 16,132 miles, May 2016 @ 24,567 miles, May 2019 @ 26,047 miles, Apr 2021 @ 37,150 miles, May 2022 @ 49,777 miles, Mar 2023 @ 59,444 miles. Oct 2024 @ 73,143 miles, 

• Original document pack

• Collection of invoices and old MOT certificates

• Two keys

• Current MOT with no advisories expires 2 Apr 2026

• V5 present in owner’s name

• Only one former keeper

• Current owner since 2012

• HPI clear

• London ULEZ compliant

Interior

• The high-spec interior is presented very well throughout, with only light signs of use

• Half-leather upholstery, with comfortable Alcantara seat panels 

• Some creasing and light wear to the driver’s seat bolster

• Heated seats

• Matching black carpets

• Comfort trim package 

• Leather-trimmed, flat-bottomed steering wheel

• Cruise control

• Dual-zone climate control

• The air conditioning system was reportedly recharged in 2023

• Onboard satnav, though it’s not been updated since 2011

• The seller advises that the tyre pressure warning light occasionally shows for the rear right wheel, despite there being no problem when checked

• Well-stocked dashboard with large screen 

• Analogue instruments

• Stereo with Bluetooth connectivity

• BOSE sound system

• Spacious rear seating for three passengers

• ISOFIX mounting points 

• There is a crease in the centre of the rear seat back

• Rear parking sensors 

• Headlining clean and tidy

• Spacious boot to the rear 

• Tyre repair kit, jack, wheel brace, locking wheel nut, warning triangle stored in the boot 

Exterior

• Finished in dark grey, this S3 still looks great on the road today

• The body styling is simple and uncluttered 

• A few paint scratches have been repaired

• There are some chips and a small dent in the bonnet

• Some scratches to the rear bumper and nearside rear wheel arch

• Generally, the body panels look good, with no accident damage reported 

• Silver wing mirror trim 

• 16-inch alloy wheels

• All four tyres were replaced in Mar 2022 and once has since been replaced in Jul 2023

• The wheels are free from scuffs and scratches 

• S3-branded brake calipers 

• Chrome front grille trim

• Xenon headlights

• Heated rear windscreen

• The underside looks clean, with a little surface corrosion present

• Twin exhaust tips

Mechanical

• 1,984 cc four-cylinder turbocharged engine

• Produces 261 bhp

• Top speed 155 mph, 0-62 mph in 5.5 seconds

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Quattro all-wheel drive system, with Haldex traction system

• There is some surface corrosion evident on the suspension and exhaust parts

• In Mar 2023 the car received a full set of new brake pads and a pair of brake discs, wheel alignment, and oil service

• Battery replaced in Oct 2024

• The seller tells us that the car starts, drives, and stops well, and handles particularly well thanks to the low-profile tyres 

• No warning lights or mechanical issues reported 

Summary

On top of the impressive performance figures, this Audi comes with a reassuringly large stack of servicing invoices, collected by its long-term owner. It has clearly been well looked after and used relatively sparingly, so remains in great shape, ready to serve your every automotive need. 

This seller is located in London.