Description
This intercooler is an upgraded version of the original Audi S3 8P Intercooler. It is a popular upgrade for a wide range of VAG Vehicles as it is a direct fit (with the longer bolts supplied) and has been used in applications well over 400bhp
This replaces the stock intercooler and eliminates the two clip connectors that can cause boost leaks
Benefits over Stock and OEM S3 Cooler
Thicker Bar and Plate Core
Alloy End Tanks with Improved Flow
TIG Welded Construction
Larger Inlet and Outlet
No Trimming Required to fit
All Bolts Included
Darkside S3 Intercooler Core Size:
610mm x 415mm x 55mm - 70mm Inlet/Outlet
Genuine S3 Intercooler Core Size:
610mm x 410mm x 40mm - 57mm Inlet/Outlet
Replacing VW / Audi Part Number
1K0 145 803 P - 1K0145803 P - 1K0145803P
We also produce Hard Pipe Kits for various TDI models which removes all of the clip connectors. Please see below
2.0 16v TDi (BKD) Engines
https://www.darksidedevelopments.co.uk/products/hard-pipework-kit-for-2-0-16v-tdi-pd140-bkd-engine.html
2.0 16v TDI (BMN BMR) Engines
https://www.darksidedevelopments.co.uk/products/hard-pipework-kit-for-2-0-16v-tdi-pd170-bmn-engines.html
1.9 8v TDI PD105 Engines
https://www.darksidedevelopments.co.uk/products/hard-pipework-kit-for-1-9-8v-tdi-pd105-engine.html
1.6 / 2.0 16v TDI (Common Rail Engines
https://www.darksidedevelopments.co.uk/products/hard-pipework-kit-for-1-6-2-0-tdi-common-rail-engines.html
This Intercooler will not work with the Stock Intercooler Hoses as it requires 70mm (2.75") Silicones for the Inlet and Outlet Cooler
This Intercooler will fit the following vehicles:
VW Golf Mk5
Golf Mk5 Plus
VW Golf Mk6
VW Jetta
VW Scirocco
VW Touran
VW Eos
VW Caddy Mk3
Skoda Octavia
Seat Leon Mk2
Seat Altea
Seat Toledo
Audi A3 8P
Please note that on the 2009 onwards models, check that the inlet and outlet is at the bottom on both sides
