Skoda Fabia Estate (2001 - 2007) 1.9 TDI Elegance 5d (AC) (2006/56) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Fairly mainstream, buys for practicality and low running costs over style and speed,.

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

All think its pretty good, most are surprised by level of spec especially the rear parking sensors, people , myself included find it strange that it doesn't have rear electric windows but has a lot of other stuff.

Would you buy this car again and why?

As much as a good car this is I probably wouldn't buy it again, getting a bit old now.

What are you likely to buy next?

A Chrysler Delta 1.6 diesel SR looks interesting and a bit different, its certainly a better looking car than the Skoda :).

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£6,250

When did you buy the car?

September 2009

Did you get a good deal and why?

For a car with this spec and reasonable miles. it was a good deal.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

Perfectly helpful.

What's it like to drive?

Very easy good breaks, steering and visibility.

What's it like to park?

A doddle, rear parking seonsors and the fact that its quite small help as well.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing major the usual, handbrake needed adjusted at last service. however did fail to start once on a cold moring.

What's most practical about your car?

The boot, its very large for a car of this size.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated seats are great, fire up quickly which is great on a cold day.