Vin number question please

[Fulham71]

I have just brought an S3 & was a little suprised that the Registration document showed A3 on it & not S3

Is this normal & How do I confirm from the Vin number that it is an S3 ? I am sure it is but wanted to just clarify things

thanks

Paul

[MarkB]

No idea how to check via the Vin Number but the S3 has wider front a rear arches than a normal A3

[army_004]

I dont think its normal, but i would check. i feel affended when ppl call my much loved S3 and A3!!! ha ha

[davidhodgkinson]

I've just checked mine -
on section D.2 Model/Type mine has printed S3 Quattro.

[Fulham71]

Thanks guy
I will query that with the DVLA today !

[dapster]

Check the options sticker in the boot under the carpet, or in the service book.

[david7m]

Mine also says "S3 Quattro". Sometimes comes up as A3 1.8T S3 Quattro in insurance quotes online etc.

Where did you get it from? Audi?

Post some pics!

Dave

[Fulham71]

Thanks guys ! Its deffo an S3 just confused as Registration doc shows A3 1.8 turbo quattro & not S3 !

Have spoken to DVLA & they told me to send back V5 & they would look at changing it !

[david7m]

You sure its not a 1.8T Sport or sumat like that? Seems strange how they have mine and davehodge etc right.

Dave

[Fulham71]

its deffo an S3 we shall see what the Log book says when it comes back !

[david7m]

its deffo an S3 we shall see what the Log book says when it comes back !

Cool.

Sorry if you have posted elsewhere, but what spec and colour is your car?

Dave

[Fulham71]

its an Avus silver with MTM remap, 18" aftermarket wheels & tints

Thats all for now

[david7m]

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What's the outcome with logbook?

Dave