This collection features a 3D rear tailgate emblem carrying the S3 badge, Audi Sport's high-performance variant of the A3. It is a custom-made aftermarket badge, not a genuine Audi part, built to fit most S3 tailgates and adjustable in finish on request. It suits owners upgrading a standard A3's badging or replacing a worn factory S3 emblem with a fresh, precisely fitted one.
The S3 is Audi Sport's turbocharged, all-wheel-drive performance version of the A3, sitting below the range-topping RS3 in output while still carrying distinct S-line styling, upgraded brakes, and quattro all-wheel drive as standard equipment. It has been offered across several A3 generations, giving buyers a genuinely quick compact sedan or hatchback without stepping all the way up to RS3 pricing.
Tailgate curvature differs across generations (including 8L, 8P, 8V, and 8Y), so confirm your exact generation and year when ordering.
Chrome ABS lettering and numerals on a resin backing plate, applied with automotive-grade adhesive. A gloss black option is available for a more subdued, blacked-out badge treatment.
Confirm your S3 generation, your preferred finish, and whether you would like a Quattro badge paired alongside it.
The most frequent issue is ordering a badge without specifying which S3 generation you own, since the tailgate profile differs meaningfully between the 8L, 8P, 8V, and 8Y body styles. Skipping thorough surface preparation is another common mistake; any leftover wax or sealant will weaken the adhesive bond, so we recommend a full alcohol wipe-down immediately before installation rather than relying on a standard wash alone.
Clean the tailgate surface with isopropyl alcohol to remove wax and adhesive residue, position the badge against reference marks, and press firmly along its length, letting the adhesive cure at least 24 hours before washing. Afterward, hand wash and avoid pressure-washing directly at the edges to prevent lifting over time.
Tailgate curvature differs across S3 generations (8L, 8P, 8V, and 8Y), so a one-size reproduction badge can leave visible gaps. Building to order lets us match your exact generation, choose the finish you want, and pair it with a Quattro or RS3 badge if you like.
The badge is built to your specified generation; confirm yours when ordering.
No, this is a custom aftermarket emblem, not sourced from or licensed by Audi.
Yes, see our RS3 Logo and Quattro Logo collections to order alongside this badge.
Since it is made to order, production time depends on current demand; we confirm an estimated timeline when your order is placed.
