Skoda Fabia Hatchback (2000 - 2007) 1.2 12V Silverline 5d (2003/03) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I don't have enough money to insure a bigger/faster car.

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

Mum loves it, other family sick of hearing about electrical problems.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No - electrical problems and no fun to drive.

What are you likely to buy next?

Any Toyota.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£3,300

When did you buy the car?

January 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

Got a good finance deal, low interest rates, car had a very low mileage and no immediate problems.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

Very friendly and helpful.

What's it like to drive?

Quite boring, suspension very soft, terrible on hills and acceleration poor, if you change to 4th too early it loses a lot of power.

What's it like to park?

No problems, good turning circle, good visibility.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Electrical problems - fan, lights, power steering, various sensors, central locking. Front suspension bushes replaced shortly after buying, need doing again after 2 years (apparently common problem?).

What's most practical about your car?

Cheap to tax and insure.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

CD Player.