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Used 2017 Audi A3 Saloon for sale
1.0 Tfsi 115 4DR
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€15,950
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- Many journeys are local or relatively short: petrol can fit that use without choosing diesel just for occasional long trips.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- You need certainty about this particular car: type-level advice cannot confirm its condition. Ask for service records, an insurance quote and an independent inspection.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This is the compact A3 saloon from Audi’s 8V generation (facelift era around 2016–2018); petrol manuals commonly come with the small TFSI engines (1.0, 1.4 or 1.5) and a 6‑speed gearbox. Petrol A3s avoid diesel-specific DPF/EGR issues but check for typical turbo/PCV oil-leak symptoms on higher-mileage examples. The manual car is simpler and cheaper to run than the DSG models, but clutch wear is the main drivetrain service item to watch on a 9‑year‑old example.
- Clutch engagement and slip under load – look for a high bite point or smokey launches which suggest wear or recent replacement needed
- Manual gearbox synchro/gear change feel (esp. 2nd/3rd) and any crunching when cold
- Cold-start/idle noises that could indicate timing-chain/tensioner rattle on early TFSI engines
- Underbody and rear wing/boot seams for corrosion (Irish climate, 9 years old) and condition of boot/tailgate seals
- Electrics/MMI, parking sensors and dashboard warning lights for intermittent faults
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€250 deposit secures the vehicle. 0% deposit finance available. Apply for finance with the dealer. Revolut accepted. Check out our Google reviews! Over 35 years in Sandyford. SIMI-registered dealer — buy with confidence! All cars are sold fully serviced, NCT'd and with a warranty. Whatever the car needs, it gets it. Delivery available upon request.