What to look for on Used S3 ?

Does it HAVE to be a 955i engine?

I only ask because you may be lucky and get a 1050 for that money privately??? The 955 engine is great but the 1050 had soooooo many little improvements it's gotta be worth considering right?

Either way, the s3 is a good bet. Sports bike performance, easy to ride and use.

Low mileage is the key. Lower the better really but don't be afraid if it's been used. Just saying that cos it means less chance of new shock/springs being required. Service history required, but that's standard for any make/model.

Standard is good but bear in mind it may have been modded then returned to standard for sale.

12k is the BIG service and costs well over £500. Might even be more!!! That includes valve checks and shimming if required. See it's been done by a reputable dealer.

Oh.... Yellow. If you can.

Atb

Bob

 

You assume right mate.

If serviced properly, this engine could power a small armoured personnel carrier.

Think you'd struggle at a dealer for that money, but you'd be in with a chance privately with some haggling. Seeing the notes in front of em can do strange things to sellers...

Good luck

 

I got my '03 S3 a couple of months ago for £2.4k with 6k on the clock. If your patient and willing to travel and haggle they are out there.