Keelan's 2015 A3 Build - Brilliant Black - Photo Heavy

[mikeyhandz]

30k a3

2k for suspension + install
2k for wheels and tires
2k for miltek exhaust
500 for intake
1500 for s3 bumper and paint
500 for s3 rear valance
300 for gauge
300 for tint
200 for shift knob
800 for cf spoiler
100 for wrap
100 custom plates
400 for s3 mirror caps
200 interior LEDs
500 for the roof rack thing
50 for pink looking leds (never use white leds on a red housing)
50 for sticker bomb fail
50 for laminex
10 console tray
25 for audi license plate holder
300 for s3 engine cover

=41885

theres your s3

Why do you constantly judge other people's cars? Go take you and your stock s3 else where because your opinion is not wanted in here


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[mikeyhandz]

Figured I do the quick winter update!

Decided to go with the Alzor Reps of the twisted 5 spoke in black (18inch) and wrapped em in Blizzak WS80s. Thought this would be a solid combination for winter driving and snow, and so far after the big snow storm that hit the north east, they performed wonderfully!



Next, I purchased the Thule Aeroblade rack in all black so I could mount up my skis. To top it off, got the Inno Large wind faring for the front which significantly cut down on the noise. For some reason the Aeroblade didnt seem to be too quiet.



Lastly, just because I like this picture... oh and it also has my new plates !

Looks awesome man ! Can't wait to get my catback done so I can have those quad tips


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[pinpointsnipe]

Looks awesome man ! Can't wait to get my catback done so I can have those quad tips


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Thats probably been my favorite mod so far, completely changes the look of the rear end!

[mroberte]

Really love what you did to your ride! Looks amazing and think you are the second person to have that rear valence installed! Really changes the rear quite a bit! Actually thought about doing the same, but didn't get the quad tips with my exhaust setup.

BTW, what tires did you get with your rims? Thats my next purchase in a few months. Looking for a quieter tire with decent handling for normal/aggressive road driving. Will be getting track rubber for the stock 18's.

[Cairo94507]

If people can't say something good or at the very least provide solid constructive feedback, then they need to be quite. These are generally people who would never open their mouth to you face to face but on the Internet feel free to talk sXXX about everyone. Those are typically people one would expect to find on the Civic forums.......dreaming of one day having enough money to rent a room of their own, buy a used Civic and put a fart can exhaust on it and slam it to the ground. Come on now, let's all play nice.

[pinpointsnipe]

Really love what you did to your ride! Looks amazing and think you are the second person to have that rear valence installed! Really changes the rear quite a bit! Actually thought about doing the same, but didn't get the quad tips with my exhaust setup.

BTW, what tires did you get with your rims? Thats my next purchase in a few months. Looking for a quieter tire with decent handling for normal/aggressive road driving. Will be getting track rubber for the stock 18's.

On my winter setup went with some blizzaks, on the summer setup went with the conti pro sports, cant say they are quiet for being a pretty aggressive road tire

[pinpointsnipe]

My buddys 2012 STI






I am sad that winter is over as this thing was a blast to haul around with in the snow... im sure the blizzaks helped alot as well haha

But i do need to post a few new updates soon on some new parts!

[DAT_AUDI]

How is the sound of the Quad Milltek on the A3? I remember hearing there were volume differences between S3/A3 for some reason. Car looks great man!

[ximo03]

Does the valve in exhaust works????
I'm wondering...

[pinpointsnipe]

How is the sound of the Quad Milltek on the A3? I remember hearing there were volume differences between S3/A3 for some reason. Car looks great man!

There might be a slight sound difference, but its not too different. I am in fact running the S3 model of the exhaust since the A3 one hadnt been released yet. It has a nice deep throaty sound, and the dsg farts are incredibly noticeable, and it also doesn't drone at high speeds. Also its non-valved, but if you want it to be quiet (ie: driving through a neighborhood late at night), as long as you dont get on it, it sounds like a stock a3. Its honestly every thing I was looking for in an exhaust. I'm not sure itll stay the same when I throw in a down pipe though haha.....

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Does the valve in exhaust works????
I'm wondering...

I have the non-valved version, the valved version wouldnt work because we don't have the electronics down there to run it.

[pinpointsnipe]

Decided to change it up again for this summer. Here is a teaser, which isnt really a teaser. Wheels will be on Saturday and should hopefully have some pics up this weekend.



and just because this is a great shot from last weekend after doing some scouting for where to take pictures with the new wheels.

[Throcte]

OP brush off the unwarranted hate, keep enjoying your ride and keep the updates coming

[pinpointsnipe]

A bit of a late update, but I purchased the fully perforated flat bottom from euro price with the s-line badge. This might be one of my favorite upgrades to the car, just because I get to touch it every day



also a shout out to the bluegaruda phone holder which you can kind of see in the shot. The thing is amazing for a clean look and solid phone holder. You can find it here

[RizzLe]

Beautiful man, just a quick question but I have a 2016 Audi A3, are there different blacks? Our cars look idential (mine without the mods). I've seen another black color but not sure what the difference is.

[EvohuntinS3]

Beautiful man, just a quick question but I have a 2016 Audi A3, are there different blacks? Our cars look idential (mine without the mods). I've seen another black color but not sure what the difference is.

His car is Brilliant Black, you can get the A3 in Mythos as well, but that shows up pretty similar in pictures.

[stiggysaurus]

Where'd you snag S3 mirror covers from for only $120?

[pinpointsnipe]

Where'd you snag S3 mirror covers from for only $120?

Guy was selling them off his S3 for some CF ones, he works at Audi HQ so gets the parts for cheap.

[RizzLe]

Ah ok, mine is brilliant black as well, the mythos seems to have some sort of metallic undershine to it, mine is more of a deep rich black.

[Ultrasport Steve]

he also said feel free to criticize

You don't have to be an AH about it though. People put a lot of thought into build cars...are they perfect for everyone? No. He likes it, put a lot of time and money into it, comment on the positive, don't disrespect the guy. I had a project car on Audiworld a number of years back, if you would have commented to me like that, I would have swatted you in the back of the head.

[pinpointsnipe]

So I was able to get the VMR V710s in Hyper Silver.

I had a change of heart on the bronze, and it just wasn't enough contrast for me in the end. I have seen how they look on white cars, and it just looks so much better. I loved the wheels, so I stuck with the same size, and went with a dedicated summer tire. Conti Extremecontact DW's. You can read a whole review of the wheels here. But I'd figure I would post some other pictures here that aren't 100% wheel related.

All photos were taken in Old Town Alexandria, VA

[powe1wa]

Very nice!


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[mitch501]

Always nice to see a modified A3 in the sea of S3's on this forum. Car looks great!

[pinpointsnipe]

Always nice to see a modified A3 in the sea of S3's on this forum. Car looks great!

Haha right? Well they are hard to find out here in the D.C. area. But thankyou!

How are you liking the CQuartz on the black finish? Have been thinking about it alot recently

[mitch501]

Haha right? Well they are hard to find out here in the D.C. area. But thankyou!

How are you liking the CQuartz on the black finish? Have been thinking about it alot recently

I like the CQuartz and think it makes the black finish pop. While it doesn't necessarily prevent small streaks from recurring washes to the extent that I'd like, the coating definitely makes keeping the car clean a lot easier.

[Lusky]

Great Looking car!

[pinpointsnipe]

I like the CQuartz and think it makes the black finish pop. While it doesn't necessarily prevent small streaks from recurring washes to the extent that I'd like, the coating definitely makes keeping the car clean a lot easier.

That's good to hear, might have to do that this summer.

[photocycler]

What % tint did you install?

[pinpointsnipe]

What % tint did you install?

I am Virginia Legal. That means its staggered - 50% front and 35% on the rear passenger and rear window. Its not ideal at all, but I already had 4 previous tint tickets that classified under modified equipment for insurance and really screwed me over, so had to go legal this time

[RVR]

Love the look of your grille without the plate. I was already thinking of a full black RS3 style grille. Any issues with tickets with your setup???

[pinpointsnipe]

Love the look of your grille without the plate. I was already thinking of a full black RS3 style grille. Any issues with tickets with your setup???

Yeah im going to do the full honeycomb grille at some point as well. As of now, running no front plate was an easy fix till i decide to replace it. As for tickets, got pulled over once, had my license plate on my dash, state trooper mentioned that could shoot off in a crash and cut the passengers head off. No ticket from that just a warning. Ever since then, I have put the extra plate under my drivers seat and have had 0 issues. Only time I put it in my dash is when I am parking in DC for work, because they can ticket you there for not having a license plate even while the car is parked.

[RVR]

Ok, great! Your car looks awesome BTW.. Glad the blizzaks worked for the winter. Gonna keep my stock 18"s and do the same for this next winter. Gonna have tint done next week or the week after depending on my schedule. Wanted to go 3M Crystilline prob 50/35 like you did. Any recs on local installers?

[RVR]

One more thing, what offset are your VMR's? Mine 804's will be 19X8.5 with a 35 offset. Gonna run a 235/35 SS tire with the H&R springs. VMR rep said I should have no rubbing issues.

[Audi_Salesman]

Looks good nice job. Where did you pick up the center console tray organizer?

[RVR]

Never mind Keelan, just read your wheel post. Good to go!

[pinpointsnipe]

Ok, great! Your car looks awesome BTW.. Glad the blizzaks worked for the winter. Gonna keep my stock 18"s and do the same for this next winter. Gonna have tint done next week or the week after depending on my schedule. Wanted to go 3M Crystilline prob 50/35 like you did. Any recs on local installers?

LA Tint in manassas. Go with the ceramic tint. Took my last 3 cars there, never had one issue and it always turns out perfect

[pinpointsnipe]

Looks good nice job. Where did you pick up the center console tray organizer?

Usp motorsports!!

[Audi_Salesman]

Usp motorsports!!

Thanks


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[taylorcu]

Just got the same wheels in their gunmetal color! Your car was my inspiration man, I couldn't resist after seeing the pictures.

[interestingjim]

Hope this helps! I re-corrected everything! Please keep in mind I live 20 mins away from the VW/Audi HQ and have a hookup there! Also some items are used!

750 for s3 bumper and paint
450 for s3 rear valance

Is the S3 bumper a direct fit on a non-s-line A3? or did you have to do any tweaking to the bumper?

[ihop]

I too have an A3 black optic s line iwth sport suspension. You car looks AMAZING!!! You should be thrilled. Never let anyone who has nothing nice to say bother you. That car is smoking hot and puts most S3's to shame. BEAUTIFUL
ENJOY. I know I enjoy mine