Skoda Favorit Estate 1.3 GLXiE 5d (1995/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Reliable, if not slightly agricultural transport (though better than ZX of same period)
Costs
Cheap servicing and parts in general
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On the road
Driving
Its not a Rolls Royce, but fair enough for long journeys
Performance
'E' engine better than the 54BHP engine for a 1.3. Adequate engine for the job
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Living with it
Comfort
Hard but comfortable seats, driven by 6'4 giants or 5'2 vertically challenged wives
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Security and Service
Security
Immobilizer and ignorance (see Badge)
Service
Since Volkswagen took over, the seem to be distancing themselves from their often misunderstood heritage
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Incredibly reliable from 69000 to 137000 miles, garage serviced
Other
Don't be fooled by the badge, FSSH desirable when buying second hand but not essential. Have never spent more than £100 on MOT and then only once
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes