Skoda Fabia vRS (2003 - 2007) 1.9 TDI PD (130bhp) 5d (2004/04) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I don't really know.

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

Some like it, those who are into cars recognise it's Q car status....to others it's still a Skoda

Would you buy this car again and why?

No, apart from having a good engine and being economical. I can't think of any other outstanding reasons to have another.

What are you likely to buy next?

Probably something Japanese........S2000??

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£10,000

When did you buy the car?

July 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

Not really could of done better private. Got good price on our part ex

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Was swayed by positive reviews and road tests.

What was the dealer like?

Not the best (Farmers Skoda Leicester) have proven to be very unprofessional. Their conduct is has been terrible and what you would maybe expect from a back street dealer!!

What's it like to drive?

Great torquey engine is good for overtakes without dropping a gear. It has some serious grunt. Steering is vague without any real feel, the car rolls a fair bit too.

What's it like to park?

Not as easy as you'd expect for a small car as the rear vision isn't great, but not too bad when you get used to it.

Have you had any problems with the car?

The car leaks when it rains. It is acommon problem apparantly. It has lead to the interior becoming damp and mouldy. The interior rattles and creaks. The stereo is apalling also, bad reception, turn the volume up and it goes down etc

What's most practical about your car?

Seats four comfortably, five at a push. Frugality

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Err........