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  • $9,850
    fair price
    $869 below market
    • 82,107 miles
    • 1 accident, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Land Rover Tysons Corner (Vienna, VA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Vienna, VA / 878 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    * MSRP: $31,625.00 * Total Options: $500.00* Exterior Color: Ibis White* Interior Color: Black* Audi guard textile floor mats, $150.00* Rear passenger...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUBJAFM1CA095041
    Stock: Z95041AN
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-08-2025

  • $7,295
    fair price
    $276 below market
    • 126,921 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • KarWow (Corona, CA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Corona, CA / 1,409 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    This Is A 2012 Audi A3 2.0T Premium Plus CLEAN TITLE Clean CARFAX LOADED, Navigation Pano Roof , Roof Rack HID Lights Car Comes With Brand New Tires ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFM9CA113094
    Stock: 113094
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-31-2025

  • $8,995
    fair price
    $10 above market
    • 122,855 miles
    • 1 accident, 2 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • My Planet Auto (Orem, UT)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Orem, UT / 950 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    2012 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium Plus Clean Title, Diesel, Great commuter and student car, Heated Front Seats, Leather Seats, Low miles for the yea...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKJAFM2CA076899
    Stock: 11579
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-31-2025

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    • 75,146 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Select Motors (Wichita, KS)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Wichita, KS / 338 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    Reduced price is firm.Get ready to rev up your driving experience with this sleek and stylish Silver 2012 Audi A3! Equipped with a powerful 2.0L DOHC ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFM7CA127110
    Stock: B6923
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

    • 120,065 miles
    • 2 accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Best Choice Motors (Lafayette, IN)
    • Bluetooth
    • Navigation
    • Leather Seats
    • Sunroof/Moonroof
    • Upgraded Headlights
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    Located in Lafayette, IN / 358 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    Let Best Choice Motors show you how easy it is to find a quality pre-owned vehicle. We specialize in auto financing and work with ALL types of credit....

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: Yes

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKFAFMXCA015950
    Stock: 015950
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-08-2024

  • New Listing
    • 54,234 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 30 Hwy MPG
    • Audi San Diego (San Diego, CA)
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in San Diego, CA / 1,424 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    2013 Audi A3 2.0T Premium Plus FrontTrak FrontTrak 6-Speed Manual 2.0L I4 TFSI DOHC 200 hp A3 2.0T Premium Plus FrontTrak, 4D Hatchback, 2.0L I4 TFSI ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUPEBFM4DA010310
    Stock: DA010310
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-09-2025

    • 139,710 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Cars USA (Virginia Beach, VA)
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Virginia Beach, VA / 985 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    CARFAX CERTIFIED NO ACCIDENTS,MANY DOCUMENTED SERVICE RECORDS FROM A FRANCHISE DEALER!!!WE ARE A USAA CERTIFIED DEALER AND A CARFAX ADVANTAGE CERTIFIE...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFM3DA033257
    Stock: 033257
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

    • 119,667 miles
    • No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Excalibur Auto Group (Kennewick, WA)
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Kennewick, WA / 1,312 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    S tronic THIS AUDI A3 HAS ALL THE ROOM YOU NEED WITH THE OPTIONS YOU WANT AT A PRICE THAT WONT BREAK YOUR WALLET, LEATHER SEATING, DUAL SUNROOF, NAVIG...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: Yes

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFM7DA026442
    Stock: p17735
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-24-2025

    • 160,696 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Audi Bellevue (Bellevue, WA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Bellevue, WA / 1,459 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    Leather SeatsRear SpoilerBlack; Leather Seating SurfacesBrilliant BlackThis vehicle includes a Money-Back Guarantee* and passed our precise insp...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKJAFM8BA020836
    Stock: BA020836
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-08-2025

  • New Listing
    • 72,438 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Driveway (In-stock online)
    • Delivery available*
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Troy, MI / 535 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    Low Mileage,High Demand,Rare Find,Leather Seats,Premium Sound,Satellite Radio,Turbo/Supercharged,Diesel Fuel,Power Door Locks,Satellite Radio,Floor Ma...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUBJAFM2DA004411
    Stock: DA004411TS
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

    • 101,598 miles
    • Frame damage reported, 4 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Olympia Pre-Owned Auto (Raleigh, NC)
    • Bluetooth
    • Leather Seats
    • Upgraded Headlights
    • Power Driver Seat
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
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    Located in Raleigh, NC / 896 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Issue reported

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: Yes

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKJAFMXDA009078
    Stock: 009078
    Certified Pre-Owned: No

  • $6,995
    great price
    $1,688 below market
    • 119,835 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Autoplex Motors (Lynnwood, WA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Lynnwood, WA / 1,467 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    The 2017 Honda Odyssey EX-L is a minivan that offers a comfortable and spacious interior along with a powerful engine. This vehicle is powered by a 3....

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUBJAFM4CA022536
    Stock: 13146
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 02-22-2025

  • $6,995
    good price
    $1,023 below market
    • 116,237 miles
    • 2 accidents, 4 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Autohouse (Tampa, FL)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Tampa, FL / 1,126 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    CASH PRICE!!! 2012 AUDI A3 HATCHBACK 2.0T WITH 116K MILES - EXCELLENT SERVICE HISTORY - SERVICED REGULARTLY - STOP BY FOR A TEST DRIVE OR GIVE US A CA...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: No

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUBEAFM2CA162847
    Stock: 3277
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-19-2024

  • $9,550
    fair price
    $46 above market
    • 80,711 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Auto Choice (Des Plaines, IL)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Des Plaines, IL / 291 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    2012 Audi A3 2.0t Hatchback - Great Condition - Low Miles - Runs and drives perfect - Clean title

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUBEAFM8CA084400
    Stock: 084400
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-11-2025

  • $7,995
    fair price
    $24 below market
    • 131,922 miles
    • 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Victory Auto Sales (Santa Maria, CA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Santa Maria, CA / 1,523 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    Visit Victory Auto Sales online at victoryautosantamaria.com to see more pictures of this vehicle or call us at 8**-9**-0*** today to schedule your te...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFM9CA077228
    Stock: 25-002
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 01-25-2025

  • $10,990
    fair price
    $583 above market
    • 89,437 miles
    • 2 accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 30 City / 42 Hwy MPG
    • Car Guys Online (Crozier, VA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Crozier, VA / 880 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    Call 804-479-0497 2012 Audi A3 S Line Wagon TDI Loaded with Options Rare Check out this nice 2012 Audi A3 S Line Wagon TDI with only 89k miles ! Fuel ...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: No

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    34 Combined MPG (30 City/42 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUBJAFM1CA016242
    Stock: CA016242
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-03-2024

    • 106,730 miles
    • No accidents, 4 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 30 Hwy MPG
    • European Autohaus Co (Denver, CO)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Denver, CO / 610 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    2012 Audi A3!!! 2.0T Premium!!! 6 Speed Manual!!! Low Miles!!! Leather Seats!!! Heated Seats!!! Sunroof!!! Almost Brand New Tires!!! Financing Availab...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUFEAFMXCA119746
    Stock: 1451
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 08-08-2025

    • 150,681 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 30 Hwy MPG
    • Austin Auto Planet (Austin, TX)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Austin, TX / 803 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    2012 Audi A3 2.0 T Premium S3 PZEV with Only 150k Miles. ( Clean Title ) Runs And Drives Perfect Without Any Mechanical Problems Manual Transmission (...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/30 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUFEAFM9CA037538
    Stock: 037538
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 07-17-2025

    • 149,226 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 21 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Signature Motor Company LLC (Gresham, OR)
    • AWD/4WD
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
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    Located in Gresham, OR / 1,463 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    Signature Motor Co. is proud to offer this 2012 Audi A3 2.0T Quattro Premium Plus AWD boasts a powerful 2.0L Turbo I4 engine delivering 200hp and 207f...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (21 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUMFAFM4CA010672
    Stock: 010672
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 05-28-2025

    • 113,651 miles
    • No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Choice Auto Center (Shrewsbury, MA)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Shrewsbury, MA / 1,119 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    S LINE WITH A MOONROOF! Shop Choiceautocenter.com WE TAKE TRADES & WE BUY CARS! Please contact us to schedule an appointment. We use market based data...

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFM1CA124672
    Stock: C5215
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 11-15-2023

    • 118,012 miles
    • No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
    • 5 Seats, 22 City / 28 Hwy MPG
    • Fair Deal Auto Sales (Houston, TX)
    • Leather Seats
    • Tire Pressure Warnin...
    • Multi-Zone Climate C...
    • Auto Climate Control
    • Alarm
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    Located in Houston, TX / 827 miles away from Des Moines, IA

    One owner Super nice !!!!! Must see

    AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary

    Accident Free Vehicle: Yes

    Personal Use Only: Yes

    History Provider: AutoCheck

    Title Details: Clean Title

    Salvage Vehicle: No

    Frame Damage: No

    Theft History: No

    Lemon Status: No

    Free History Report: No

    Features and Specs:

    24 Combined MPG (22 City/28 Highway)

    Listing Information:

    VIN: WAUKEAFM1CA049391
    Stock: 049391
    Certified Pre-Owned: No
    Listed since: 06-18-2025

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thisisnick, 09/30/2020
2011 Audi A3 2.0T PZEV Premium 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
Most reviews on this car come from 0-2 years after it was new. That's all well and good if you're looking for a general features list, but won't give you an idea of what it's like to own this car with years under its belt and gremlins shaken out. Here, I'll outline the maintenance I've done on this car and my opinions of it so that late buyers can make a more informed decision. For … reference, my vehicle is a 2011 2.0 TFSI (EA888 Gen1) with a manual transmission, s-line trim (on the standard suspension), with tech package (bluetooth, heated seats and mirrors.) It's bone stock, with 83k miles on the clock. First off, the problems. Starting with the worst of it, the engine in this car (EA888 Gen1) has a recall on the timing chain tensioner that you should absolutely be aware of. The factory tensioner can fail at any time without warning, causing severe damage to the interference engine. If this maintenance hasn't been done on the car you want to buy, budget $800-$1200 to have it done preventatively IMMEDIATELY or you'll be sorry. Most vehicles have had this maintenance, but not all! A good mechanic can check if this was done in less than an hour. I had this maintenance done this year. On the subject of timing, the chain is subject to stretch and you should consider replacement at around 120k miles. If you're replacing the chain, also consider replacing the (plastic!!!) guides. A total chain replacement, including the tensioner, guides and chain cost me a little under $2k. The engine is susceptible to carbon buildup. You should have the valves media blasted at least every 50k miles, possibly less. I'm due for this service in about 20k miles. To stave this issue off, change the oil every 5k miles instead of Audi's recommended 10k, My seat backs came unglued in 2020 on an extremely hot summer day. They cost $200 new from Audi, or $15 to fix myself with sandpaper and JB Weld. I chose option B. Intake manifold failed shortly after I bought this car in 2017. The part was still under warranty so it was free to replace. Be aware that the manifold is a plastic, non-serviceable part so if anything fails the only option is to replace it. I haven't run into any issues with the fuel pumps, water pump, AC compressor, or electronics in the car, but forums indicate that others have. Finally, be aware that the car is somewhat small. Be sure to test drive this if you're very tall, as mine was sold to me by a 6'4" man who found it uncomfortable after just a few months. I'm 5'10" and the car fits me fine. ...so are there any good things to say about this car? Yes! First off, it's just plain satisfying to drive. The engine makes enough power where the car never gets in its own way. The interior is barely showing any signs of age at the nearly 10 year mark (some very minor chipping has started near the cup holders), the leather seats have held up well, and the dashboard came at the tail end of the pre-infotainment days so you get physical buttons for everything (unless its a premium plus model, which did come with a touch screen. Visibility is good. Storage space is excellent for the size, as you'd expect for a hatchback. Turning radius is tight, and the car feels nimble surrounded by SUVs. You'll find parking that the big guys can't use and be able to perform quick U-turns on roads where other cars will have to perform awkward K-turns. The exterior has held up admirably to northeastern winters. I don't see any real signs of body rust (though admittedly, I'm careful to touch up paint chips before rusting can occur.) I get regular compliments on the car's styling. If you can find one, the manual transmission is extremely light and satisfying. Engagement is sharp and throttle response is decent. Unfortunately, very few of these cars were made with a 6-speed, and it was only available with front wheel drive. I've had no problems with FWD in winter weather except when my tires had gotten near threadbare. The car is also easily tuned. A stage 1 tune, which is only a software update, will net you an extra 50hp with better fuel economy and no negative effects to the engine. That's an option if you want it. Would I recommend you buy one of these? Maybe for the right price. You have to be the type of person that can keep up with preventative maintenance, and you should have a reputable Audi/VW mechanic nearby just in case. I would not advise somebody who just wants a car that'll work without fuss to buy this. For the record, this car has never left me stranded, but I also pour allot of time and energy (and money) into making sure that that is the case. You should also assess who you're buying the car from, and if they've kept up with this its gremlins. As a final note, most of what I said here also applies to the MK5 GTI. This car is essentially a more refined version of the 4 door GTI of the same age, having more sound deadening, looser steering, and a nicer interior, plus it's cheaper, so make of that what you will.
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