2018 Audi RS3 8V Sportback 2.5 TFSI Quattro S-Tronic | MRC Stage 3: 646PS | £14,100 of Modifications | TTE-700 | £10,850 Extras

If you’re a performance junkie looking for the ultimate white-knuckle ride, but still need to crush the daily commute or school run in comfort and style, then this retina-searing Ara Blue Audi RS3 Sportback won’t fail to impress. As one of the last non-OPF DAZA-engined variants of Audi’s storming hot hatch, it left the factory with £10,850 worth of Factory Optional Extras, but that represents merely the tip of the iceberg for this professionally tuned example.

Featuring over £14,000 worth of modifications from renowned UK-Based VAG tuning house MRC Tuning, including a conversion to stage 3 specification with switchable maps, meaning you can change the power output within seconds, between an astronomical 646PS on 99RON super-unleaded petrol with octane booster to 574PS (high-torque) or 523PS (low-torque) on 99RON super-unleaded petrol, endowing this practical hatch with the ability to complete the 0-60mph dash in under three-seconds. Reliability is key here, all map configurations have a torque cap of around 700NM, which is a safe tried and tested figure for the DAZA Audi 5-Cylinder.

This ballistic shove comes courtesy of a TTE-700 turbocharger complete with supporting modifications of an uprated Forge intercooler, enlarged injectors and a £2,500 Eventuri carbon-fibre induction kit with turbo inlet elbow. This latter upgrade combines with the BCS hi-flow downpipe and RS Sports exhaust system to not only release the maximum power potential of the motor, but also endow it with a suitably steroidal soundtrack to match, which can be heard on our walkaround video. Elsewhere, £1,250 has been invested into 2-piece floating front discs with Ferodo Racing Pads to significantly increase stopping power.

This RS was sourced through the Audi RS-OC Owners Club which we help moderate. Its previous keeper bought this RS3 bone stock and invested heavily to its current stage 3 specification in his ownership. All modifications and services are backed up with receipts and healthchecks for complete piece of mind to any perspective buyers, we can assure you this car lives up to its incredible specification, and is in simply sublime condition to boot with only 24,300 Audi-Diagnostic verified miles from new and a verified launch count of 2 (YES-TWO) since new.

As with all car’s sold by us, this impressive machine has received an additional 40 hours of meticulous preparation from our in-house professional detailers including multi-stage paint correction to ensure an unparalleled finish. Add to this the comprehensive and pedantic service history from the two previous RS enthusiast owners, underpinned by Automotive Addiction’s own hassle-free three-month warranty, and you can rest assured that not only the car itself, but all £14k worth of modifications, are running at peak performance and will offer a faultless driving and ownership experience for many years to come.

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

This lust-worthy list of aftermarket upgrades comes on top of a similarly impressive catalogue of factory fitted options totaling almost £11,000 too, including the Matrix LED headlights, Carbon-fibre interior inlays, SuperSport seats, Extended leather package and high-fidelity Bang & Olufsen sound system, making this particular example even more desirable as a result.

Please watch our walkaround video, which includes more information on this RS3’s highlight features including how it sounds. Contact us without delay if you wish to discuss this vehicle or secure it with a deposit.

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FINANCE: Please contact us directly for Bespoke Finance Quotes on this special RS3, we can offer bespoke packages depending on your individual needs including HP, PCP and Hire Purchase with Balloon (raised balloons are available). Representative APR 9.9%.

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Check out our walk-around video here:

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2 Previous Keepers; RS Enthusiasts (We sourced this RS through the Audi RS Owners Club which we help moderate)

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£10,850 of Factory Optional Extras

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MRC Tuning Stage 3; 646PS & 699NM (Dyno Proven)

£14,100 of Modifications incl TTE-700 Hybrid Turbo

Stage 3 Modifications commissioned by Previous Keeper (RSOC Member)

All Modification Invoices Present since New

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Engine & Transmission Control Unit Mileages Match to confirm Authenticity of Mileage; Verified by us with Audi Dealer Diagnostics

Launch Counter reads 2 Launches Since New (YES-TWO); Verified by us with Audi Dealer Diagnostics

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Full Comprehensive Audi Specialist Service History (Over Serviced with major service items completed before Audi’s recommended schedule)

Major Service Completed (S-Tronic Gearbox, NGK Spark Plugs, Haldex Rear Differential & Brake Fluid Service)

Recent Healthcheck & Service at Audi Specialist with Clean Bill of Health

Every Audi Specialist Service Invoice with Healthcheck Documented Since New

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Aluminium Engine Block Model; Non-OPF (DAZA Engine)

2 Audi Keys & MOT until November 2023

Multi-Stage Machine Paintwork Correction in our Detailing Studio (RRP £1,000)

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Factory Optional Extras (£10,840):

• Ara Blue Crystal Paintwork (£775)

• Carbon-Fibre Interior Inlays (£850)

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• Top Speed restriction increase to 174MPH (£1,600)

• RS Sports Exhaust System with Black Oval Tips (£1,000)

• Auto-Dimming, Electric Folding & Heated Door Mirrors (£375)

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• Bang & Olufsen Sound System (£750)

• Advanced Key; Keyless Entry & Exit w/ Push Start & Stop (£425)

• Audi Phone Box; Wireless Phone Charging (£325)

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• 19inch 8.5J ‘5-Arm-Rotor’ Alloy Wheels; Gloss Anthracite Black (£795)

• Gloss Black Exterior Styling Package (£800)

• Privacy Glass; Dark-Tinted Rear Windows (£375)

• Matt-Black Roof Rails (£250)

• Gloss Black Audi Ring & RS Badges (£180)

• Gloss Black Mirror Caps (£125)

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• Matrix LED Headlights (£895)

- Dynamic Swooping Front & Rear Indicators

- Matrix LED Technology that provides optimum lighting without dazzling other road users or the driver, by automatically dipping or turning off individual lighting diodes to create corridors of light either side of the vehicle or object infront

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• Super Sport Seats in Black Fine Nappa Leather w/ Rock-Grey Diamond Quilting (£795)

• 4-Way Electric Lumbar Support (£250)

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• Extended Interior Leather Package (£275)

- Front Knee Pads in Leather w/Contrast Stitching

- Doorcard Armrests in Leather w/Contrast Stitching

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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; Aluminum Block Model

• 7-Speed S-Tronic Gearbox

• Quattro 4-Wheel Drive

• 8-Piston Brembo Front Brakes; 370mm Discs

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Modifications (£14,085):

• MRC Tuning Stage 3 Engine Calibration; 646PS & 699NM (£1,000)

• MRC Tuning DQ500 TCU Gearbox Calibration (£600)

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• MRC Tuning Switchable Maps (£325):

- High-Power Map: 646PS & 699NM (99RON Fuel with Octane Booster)

- High-Torque Map: 574PS & 704NM (99RON Fuel)

- Low-Torque Map: 523PS & 616NM (99RON Fuel)

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• TTE-700 EVO EA855 Hybrid TurboCharger (£4,900)

• Forge MotorSports Intercooler Kit (£1,250)

• BCS Powervalve 100mm Hi-Flow Downpipe; Catalyst Delete (£1,100)

• Sharp-MotorSport Bosch 980CC MPI Injectors (£650)

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• Eventuri Carbon-Fibre Turbo Inlet Elbow (£650)

• Revised ‘L’ OEM Audi Coilpacks (£260)

• NGK Racing Spark Plugs (£220)

• Eventuri Intake Turbo Elbow Adapter for TTE-700 (£80)

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• Eventuri Stage-3 Carbon-Fibre Air Intake System (£1,800)

- Carbon-Fibre 210mm Venturi Air Intake Housing

- Carbon-Fibre 103mm Intake Pipe

- High-Flow Air Filter

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• Reyland 370mm 2-Piece Floating Front Brake Discs with Ferodo Racing DS2500 Brake Pads (£1,250)

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Service & Maintenance History:

• 11/2017 (0mls) Audi Northampton (Pre-Delivery Inspection)

• 06/2019 (6,550mls) Audi Specialist; Quattro-Tech Peterborough (Engine Service w/Inspection)

• 05/2020 (12,060mls) Audi Specialist; Jabbasport (Engine, S-Tronic Gearbox, Haldex Rear Differential, Air Filter Re-Oil & Pollen Filter Service)

• 06/2021 (16,392mls) Audi Specialist; Jabbasport (Engine, Spark Plugs, Air Filter Re-Oil & Brake Fluid Service w/Inspection and Revised Coilpacks Fitted)

• 09/2021 (18,334mls) Audi Specialist; MRC Tuning (MRC Stage 3 with TTE-700 Conversion and NGK Racing Spark Plug Service)

• 09/2021 (18,334mls) Audi Specialist; MRC Tuning (Dyno-Power-Run to assess Engine Performance & Safety with Modifications w/Mechanical Healthcheck)

• 12/2021 (19,363mls) Audi Specialist; Jabbasport (Engine & Coolant Service)

• 05/2022 (21,262mls) Audi Specialist; Jabbasport (Engine & Spark Plug Service w/Inspection)

• 11/2022 (24,002mls) Audi Specialist; VRS Performance (NGK Racing Spark Plug & Haldex Rear Differential Service w/Inspection)

• 11/2022 (24,002mls) Audi Specialist; VRS Performance (Engine Performance & Safety Verified with Modifications w/Mechanical Healthcheck)

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

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PLEASE read our full and EXHAUSTIVE detailers report on the condition and servicing of this car on our WEBSITE.

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