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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    I think the car sums me up perfectly - the best car available for the least money.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Everyone is very impressed with the car and the equipment for its price I have also had many members of the public give very complimentary comments.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    I would buy this car again, because I believe it gives excellent value for money, and is a very accomplished performer.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    The same.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £27,000

    When did you buy the car?

    June 2014

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    I got a very good deal, due to the trade-in price given for my car and my wife's car.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    I have had a Skoda Octavia vrs before and have been very impressed for the money.

    What was the dealer like?

    I have bought 4 new cars from this dealer, and have always been treated as a VIP.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    The powerful engine and automatic gearbox, make driving effortless. The gearbox is without doubt the best I have ever used, with instant, unnoticeable changes, and the option to use it manually via gear lever and flappy paddles. it is also economical, regularly beating the manufacturers figures.

    What's it like to park?

    No more or less difficult to park than any car of its size.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Nothing has gone wrong, nor do I expect it to, as the 4 Skoda cars I have owned have been ultra reliable.

    What's most practical about your car?

    The size of the boot, especially with the rear seats down.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Automatic gearbox and auto headlights and wipers.