What do I need to be checking before I start viewing S3’s 2014 to 2016 - please. 

 

 

Edited August 3, 2025Aug 3 by Magnet
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Service history, is it full. Proof of cambelt and water pump change, gearbox oil change and quattro system. Tyres, are they even tread and same brand on the axle as uneven wear can damage the quattro system. Check buyers guides on YouTube. Make sure all electrical items work. 

In addition :-

Obtain copy of service history before ( in caps) viewing. 
Check the on-line DVLA Vehicle Check, noting when the last V5 was issued, to potentially give an idea of how long the last owners has owned it - short term ownership maybe due to dissatisfaction. 
Having satisfied that all things stack up, and all the homework has been carried out, pay £9.99 to obtain a VCheck report on the vehicle. This should indicate if the vehicle has been through auction, insurance loss etc. 

Finally, unless you are competent to assess the vehicle yourself, arrange a pre- purchase inspection at an independent close to the sales location.

Regards,

Gareth. 

Thank you some great tips 

 

You're welcome please keep us posted on how you get on 

Hi.

If you need any help with insurance at all then please feel free to drop me a line.

Regards,

Daniel.