Recaro Seats – Audi A3/S3/Sportback (2003 Onwards) Direct Fit Sub-frames

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Seat fitting hardware matched to the seat and car in the title. Mounting stacks are specific to the seat pattern, so tell us your seat and car and we will confirm the complete kit.

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This Recaro sub-frame (part number 868316) fits the Audi A3, S3, and Sportback from May 2003 onwards. That is the 8P generation, built until 2012, which includes the S3 in 265 bhp form from 2006. The frame uses the A3’s OEM floor mounting points and needs no modification to the car.

The 8P A3 and S3 are popular trackday cars, and the factory seat in even the S3 is relatively soft for lateral support at speed. The Sportback body adds a small headroom consideration: Sportback drivers typically sit slightly lower than in the three-door, and the sub-frame accounts for the 8P platform’s floor profile. Driver and passenger-side options are both available from the product.

Fore-aft runners are included. Fits Recaro base-mountable bucket seats and reclining sport seats. Does not fit side-mounted competition shells without adaption bars. One sub-frame per listing. Order twice for both sides and note your Recaro seat model at checkout.

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Brand	Recaro Seats
Sport Seat Position	RHD Driver Side, RHD Passenger Side

What's included?

Photos are for illustration: It is very important to point out that the main product photos are entirely for illustration only. With over 1000 different frames available for different vehicles and applications, the manufacturer images provided are entirely illustration. What you receive may differ from this image.

What will be in the box? There are several types of seat frames which may be supplied depending on the vehicle and application. You may receive 1 of the following 4 types. If you are using them with a certain seat, please contact us in advance for professional advice.

#1. A full replacement frame with a sliding runner and resisitor kit
#2. A full replacement frame with a sliding runner
#3. A full replacement frame only
#4. An adaption bracket kit

Additional seat belt brackets: Each seat frame can be used for a variety of applications including road car reclining seats throuh to Motorsport FIA seats. Seat belt brackets are not required in a range of application so manufacturers generally do not supply them with their frame kits. If you require seat belt brackets please contact us in advance

NOT SUITABLE FOR OEM/FACTORY seats removed from other vehicles

Compatible reclining seats

We strongly recommend only using the Recaro fitting kit with the correct Recaro seats.
Their frame kits are made with exact tolerances and do not match any other brands.

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We strongly recommend only using the Recaro fitting kit with the correct Recaro seats listed and matching Recaro side mounts only.
Their frame kits are made with exact tolerances and do not match any other brands.

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Have you written anything useful for my car?
Yes: Audi A3 Vehicle Guide's. Those are written around the same car, from real fittings and customer questions, so they are worth a look before you decide.

Will this fit my car?
This frame is car-specific, so match the vehicle in the product name to your exact car and generation. If you are unsure, send us the registration and we will confirm before you order.

Which seats does it take?
Check the bolt pattern in the specification against your seat. The Compatible seats tab above lists what bolts straight on. If your seat is not listed, tell us what you run and we will confirm the fit.

Do I keep fore-and-aft adjustment?
Only with a sliding runner between the frame and the seat, which is a separate part on Recaro frames. If more than one person drives the car, budget for the runner. Our guide to sliding runners explains the options and widths.

Is this for the driver or passenger side?
Both sides are available on this listing, pick driver or passenger side at the point of order (sides listed are for right-hand-drive cars). Left-hand-drive car? Ask us, as the sides swap over and availability varies by model.

Availability

Recaro seats are produced in batches for the UK market

We receive Recaro deliveries regularly and hold good stock of the popular models, so many go out quickly.

Demand for the bucket seats is worldwide and production runs to Recaro’s own schedule, so the less common models and trims can take considerably longer. Ask us and we will tell you where a specific seat stands.

Before you order

If you need a seat for a date, ring us first. We would rather give you an honest lead time up front than have you waiting on a seat that is between production runs.

In-store displays:

We have a premium range of over 125 seats from brands including: Bimarco, Cobra, Corbeau, Sparco, OMP, Recaro, GP-Race, and Bride to name just a few brands we work with.

Alongside this, we also stock and display HANS devices, harnesses, race-wear, race-suits, FIA helmets and various other safety equipment. If you are looking to visit us to see and try any particular seat or product, please contact us in advance and we’ll be happy to help.

In-Store appointments:

Due to the specialist nature of our services, we do ask that you please contact us in advance to book an appointment. We have multiple slots available each day including selected availability at the weekend.

Working by appointment allows us to dedicate our time with you and provide a personal and professional service. We’ll always ensure you leave with the right equipment for your needs.

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Fast delivery lead times:

If you require fast delivery, please contact us in advance of ordering and we’ll happily check stock allocation and availability for you. We carry a large amount of stock at our showroom and across multiple distribution hubs. This allows us to provide immediate dispatch across a huge number of brands from Corbeau and Cobra through to Sparco and OMP. (Does not apply to all items)

Due to the niche market we work in, some products are custom hand made to order, or special order from manufacturers like PCI Racing and Planted Technology. If you want to know how fast a product will be dispatched. Simply drop us a message through our Contact us form.

Addtional lead time notes:

Quick dispatch: Stocked products are dispatched within 24-48 hours with Parcel Force.
Sparco roll cages: We can only deliver these to a registered (LTD) company address.
In-store collection: Please contact us in advance to book an in-store collection appointment.

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