2013 A3 Sportback ordered

**PjDali** · 23-09-2012,11:55 PM

Having had a recent test drive of an A4 and the new A3 last weekend, a Volvo V40 a few weeks before and a subsequent longer test drive of the new A3 on Saturday, my wife and I decided to take the plunge and order a new 2013 A3 Sportback this morning.

My wife felt the A4 felt just too big and she wasn't too comfortable driving it (pity cos I liked it) and whilst the V40 was very nice indeed and was a possibility, we both agreed the new A3 was such a lovely car to sit in and it ticks the right boxes for us.

Must admit it felt a little odd ordering a car I'd not had the opporchancity to actually see and drive before ordering, but I really like what I've seen of the New A3 so reckon we've done the right thing.

So I've ordered a 1.4tfsi in Sport trim and I must admit the showroom model in Monsoon Grey was stunning so have opted for the same. Also added Comfort Pack, Luggage & Storage Pack, Audi Sound System and Kinetic Design 5 arm wheels. It would seem SD Sat Nav is a freebie from Audi for early orders which was a nice bonus as I'd not likely pay £500 for it

Interior of the new A3 did seem a little bit strange when I first sat in it I admit, as my first thoughts were it's so different from my own A3 Sportback. A second test drive and a right good look around it again today meant any lingering initial doubts I had about it were blown away.

Looking forward to seeing the A3 Sportback in the flesh now

**kodkod.84** · 25-09-2012,11:06 AM

Weren't tempted by the new S3 then?

Enjoy and get some pics up when it arrives

**Guest 2** · 25-09-2012,11:16 AM

I was impressed with the pre production model Belfast had in for demo.

There's a thread in this section with a small write up.

**PjDali** · 25-09-2012,05:25 PM

Originally Posted by kodkod.84

Weren't tempted by the new S3 then?

Enjoy and get some pics up when it arrives

Ha.....as much as I'd love an S3 I doubt budget woudl have stretched that far

**PjDali** · 25-09-2012,05:42 PM

Originally Posted by A6_Chris

I was impressed with the pre production model Belfast had in for demo.

There's a thread in this section with a small write up.

Cheers I've had a look over that thread.

Must admit I've read as many reviews or articles I could find on the new A3 before test driving and ordering and seems like some mixed reviews out there from current A3 owners which is interesting.

For me Audi can't win sometimes as if they'd radically altered the shape and style of the new A3 Range some folks would love it and some inevitably would hate it, so for me the fact the overall shape \ size has remained fairly close to the current range is a good thing, but for me it's the totally revamped interior which I reckon is a brave move. I think the interior is a nice place to be.

I'm sure some folks will be put off buying the new model as the dash is kind of minimalist but each to their own, if all we all liked the same things life would be awfy boring

**davidjackson** · 21-11-2012,03:09 PM

Hey guys! Newbie here..got my own S3 as well. I've literally spent countless hours reading reviews online (apart from occasional visit to various showrooms) before buying this car of mine. Haven't had any problems so far. I agree with PjDali on the interior. Enjoying the cool look on it.

glen_a4turbo · 16-12-2012,11:42 AM

Hi mate and congrats on ordering your A3, I've just ordered the same but in beluga brown and s-line trim as a company car, being in that position i dont have a clue when i will recieve it or any details on lead times. Was you advised a rough guide time of release as I am itching to find out...???

**PjDali** · 17-12-2012,12:30 AM

Nice choice you must be well chuffed.

. Would be curious to see Beluga Brown in the flesh. I once owned a 8th gen civic and it was Galaxy Grey but was in between brown and grey. i loved it from pics of Beluga might be similar.

Must admit if I'd the extra dosh I would home for the S-Line as the xenon lights really make the front of the car not to mention the other nice bits the S-Line brings but ill need to make do with Sport trim and a couple of options :-) either that or my wife will probably throttle me.

Just found out last week I'm build week 5 so hopefully will be driving the new car early March. Can't wait.

glen_a4turbo · 17-12-2012,01:18 AM

Im guessing I will be a few weeks after you then. Lets hope for mid march, new car, new plate n all that... Sport is still nice. S-Line brings out the boy racer in me... (For a second) then I realise I have to put the car seat in...