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

What does this car say about you?

Sensible buying option, never fails to impress.

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

Neighbours don't speak after I upset his MG ZR 160. Friends and family love it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Absolutley, wouldn'd think twice about it.

What are you likely to buy next?

Skoda Octavia VRS PD170

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£7,800

When did you buy the car?

October 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

Deal was ok, got 2 years warranty included in price

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I had shoppped around for a cheap-to-run hot hatch

What was the dealer like?

Dealer was average, helpful but lots of trouble over finance, ended up borrowing from partner instead.

What's it like to drive?

absolutely stunning, much faster than the figures suggest, very fast hot hatch, 6 speed box is a dream and it easily averages 44 mpg.

What's it like to park?

Very easy to park although the big VRS bumper is hard to judge, sensors are a good choice.

Have you had any problems with the car?

absolutely nothing

What's most practical about your car?

large boot for fiesta sized car, space for 4 adults.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

The VRS Engine!!