Skoda Fabia vRS (2003 - 2007) 1.9 TDI PD (130bhp) 5d (2004/54) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
That I appreciate a good car but don't mind a traditionally uncool badge.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Figure they like it, those who know about cars compliment it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Maybe. Getting a bit long in the tooth now but wouild consider the new shape Fabia in VRS format when they make one.
What are you likely to buy next?
Unsure, will keep it a couple more years first.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,000
When did you buy the car?
June 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was 'car of the week' during a promotion so felt I got it for an OK price, especially for the low mileage.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Fuel economy and performance
What was the dealer like?
OK, said they would service it for me but I suspect they never did.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Faultless, took me a long time to stop smiling when I first got it and it still impresses me now. You get endless pull through the gears but can also return 55mpg. Have recommended to everyone.
What's it like to park?
Easy enough. The rear mirror makes things look closer than they are, so stops you from bumping yourself.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
It has developed an annoying vibration rattle somewhere in the dash. The odd piece of trim will fall off. Its bulb fault indicator comes on when first started for no reason (had bulbs checked by Skoda).
What's most practical about your car?
Five doors and a good size boot. Seats very comfortable over long distances.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Standard CD player is powerful with good bass.
