Automotive
At SherlockLock, we know performance is all about precision - and Audi's first-generation S3 is a prime example of that philosophy. Introduced in 1999, the Audi S3 took the premium compact A3 lineup and injected it with true performance DNA, setting a new standard for hot hatches at the turn of the millennium.
Built on the same platform as the original Audi TT - and sharing its underpinnings with the VW Golf, Seat Leon, and Skoda Octavia - the S3 combined practicality with sporty performance. Its distinct front fascia featured clear-lens headlights, a chrome-outlined grille proudly bearing the S3 badge, and a wide lower bumper air intake flanked by standard fog lamps. Along the sides, exclusive six-spoke alloy wheels gave it a purposeful stance, while a subtle roof spoiler and dual exhaust setup added flair to the rear.
Audi refreshed the model in 2001 with sharper design elements and enhanced capabilities. Turn signals were now integrated into the headlight clusters, front fenders and rear lights were reshaped, and the interior gained modern touches like a digital clock and upgraded audio options.
Just like SherlockLock’s attention to every detail in a lock upgrade or emergency rekey, Audi’s S3 delivered refined power, sleek design, and everyday reliability wrapped in a compact, high-performance package.
