Skoda Octavia vRS (2005 - 2013) 2.0 TDI CR vRS (2009) Estate 5d (2011/61) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Family man but hasnt completely given up!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Very impressed, it stands out from the crowd.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No because of the issues that I have had / am still having. I love the car but the problems have spoilt it for me.
What are you likely to buy next?
Audi A4 Avant S Line or BMW 3 Series Touring M Sport.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£18,000
When did you buy the car?
October 2011
Did you get a good deal and why?
Decent part exchange value given & no VAT (so 20% discount).
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Pratical (large boot) but still sporty - Also value for money.
What was the dealer like?
Not brilliant but did the job.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Pulls well and the handling is very nimble.
What's it like to park?
Boot sticks out so need to be careful with no parking sensors.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes - Over the winter on cold mornings the internal windows would have frost or heavy condensation. Also I am getting a very annoying internal vibration under acceleration.
What's most practical about your car?
Huge boot.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I love the interior, Touch screen media is a nice touch!
