Skoda Fabia Hatchback (2007 - 2014) 1.2 12V 2 5d (2009/09) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Practical no frills motoring.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Think little of it now.
Would you buy this car again and why?
NO - it has not lived up to its reputation for reliability. Skoda and dealer have been less than helpful.
What are you likely to buy next?
Not a Skoda.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,000
When did you buy the car?
October 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Fair for age of car.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Reliability.
What was the dealer like?
Friendly
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Quite pleasant in town but very high revs on motorway with a lot of road noise and now a whining gearbox.
What's it like to park?
Easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Immediately needed a new rear door lock, a new ball joint, a tyre replaced and new front brake pads. Now has a gear box problem with less than 60000 miles on clock.
What's most practical about your car?
Roomy for a small car.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
None
