„The R32 for grown-ups“ – an A3 3.2 that is now only rarely found in this form.
„The R32 for grown-ups“ – an A3 3.2 that is now only rarely found in this form.
Sometimes you part with a car not because you no longer like it, but because your personal requirements have changed.
That is exactly the case with this A3 3.2 quattro.
I am considering placing my Audi in the hands of an enthusiast, as I currently need an off-road-capable tow vehicle. However, this special A3 is simply too good to be left standing around.
The car is largely original and unmodified, has a fully documented history and has currently covered 129,635 km.
Particularly interesting: it is a 6-speed manual – this exact combination of 3.2-litre VR6, quattro and manual transmission is now very difficult to find.
The ownership history is exceptionally well documented:
The complete history is documented in an **extensive folder with the corresponding receipts and documents **.
So anyone who values a traceable vehicle history is not getting a car with a “nice story” here, but a history that can be substantiated.
Under the bonnet is the legendary 3.2-litre naturally aspirated VR6 engine with:
250 hp / 184 kW
320 Nm
quattro all-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
The VR6 is not merely an engine, but an essential part of this car’s character.
The sound is always present. From around 2,000 rpm, the already distinctive VR6 sound becomes an acoustic experience – meaning the very good Audi sound system is basically only rarely needed.
Thanks to quattro and the fitted Michelin Pilot Sport tyres, the car drives with great confidence and, especially on winding roads, delivers exactly what one expects from such a car: traction, sound and a mechanical driving experience.
Perhaps that was precisely the charming alternative to the Golf R32 back then:
The R32 was immediately recognisable as such.
This A3 is considerably more understated.
Anyone who does not know it will initially see an A3 – connoisseurs, on the other hand, will very quickly recognise what is standing before them.
I have not abused the car, but have maintained it in accordance with its history and age.
The timing chain is currently showing no issues.
I run the car exclusively on high-quality fuel, predominantly Super Plus 98 or Aral Ultimate 102 octane.
I use Addinol 5W40 engine oil, supplemented with Ceratec.
Recently replaced or carried out, among other things:
The A3 is my third vehicle and is consequently driven very little. I currently drive it approximately once a week for 50–100 km or to occasional car meets.
I used the tow bar exclusively for a bicycle carrier.
Despite all the care, this is of course a vehicle from 2004 and not a new car.
I therefore expressly do not want to gloss over anything:
To the best of my knowledge, the paint is still the original paintwork.
Especially with a vehicle of this age, I consider an honest description of its condition essential. Anyone looking for a perfect museum piece will probably not be happy here.
Anyone looking for an honest, unmodified A3 3.2 with an exceptionally good history and the rare combination of VR6, quattro and manual transmission should take a look at this vehicle.
I always actually wanted a Golf R32.
In the end, this A3 is what I got – and in hindsight, that may even have been the better choice.
The A3 is considerably more inconspicuous, but technically has exactly what makes the R32 so desirable: the 3.2 VR6, all-wheel drive and a manual transmission.
However, I now need an off-road-capable tow vehicle.
I am aware that I probably could not simply buy another A3 like this one. That is exactly why I thought long and hard about whether to offer it for sale at all.
But a car like this should be driven and not merely parked in the garage.
A viewing is of course possible by prior appointment.
A test drive will take place exclusively in the presence of the seller.
Due to its power and character, the A3 is expressly not suitable for novice drivers.
Please refrain from test-drive tourism. I want to sell the vehicle to someone who knows exactly what they are looking at here.
A part exchange would generally be of interest for an off-road vehicle or SUV with all-wheel drive and a minimum towing capacity of 2,500 kg.
Please only offer suitable vehicles.
The sale is private and excludes liability for material defects. No guarantee, no warranty and no returns. Liability for damages arising from injury to life, body or health, as well as for damages caused intentionally or through gross negligence, remains unaffected.
All information is provided to the best of my knowledge and belief. Known defects will be disclosed openly and fully in the listing or during the viewing.
Please no dealer enquiries and no unrealistic price offers.
Whoever buys this A3 is not buying an ordinary old A3.
They are buying one of the last compact Audis with a large-displacement naturally aspirated VR6, quattro and a genuine manual gearbox.
This description has been automatically translated. Original language: German.
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