Hey can anyone help i have a quote for nearly 7k for 2 Audi front shock absorbers $2706.50excl each!

What suspension is available out there?

Also After market and what have other people found that works well? I have not found a lot of info on the web and was a bit confused what i can put on considering the sports setting/dampening doo dacky?

Thanks 

Whoa, nearly $7k for front shocks is wild — you're right to be shopping around. That quote definitely sounds like OEM pricing, and while Audi parts can be pricey, there are better options out there.

A few things to consider:

Aftermarket Options: Brands like Bilstein, Koni, and Sachs are solid alternatives. If you've got the sport suspension setup (e.g. S-Line or adaptive dampers), you'll need to make sure the replacements are compatible with the electronic dampening system — that's probably the "doo dacky" you're referring to! 😉

Bilstein B4 or B6 (for standard or sport setups) are well-reviewed, and the B8 series is made for lowered cars. Some of these do support electronic dampers, but always double-check with the supplier.

MSS Kits are also worth looking into — especially if you're wanting to retain comfort but still have a sporty setup.

Forum Wisdom: Some people on here have switched to coilovers like KW or ST, but keep in mind that you might lose the factory electronic adjustability unless you go for kits that integrate with the OEM system (KW DDC is one, but not cheap either).

I'd recommend giving FCP Euro or ECS Tuning a browse — even with shipping and GST, it's often way cheaper than NZ dealer pricing. Local shops like Shock Shop NZ might also have suggestions and can install and code them if needed.

Hope that helps and keen to hear what others have gone with!

Cheers!

What generation S3?