Skoda Felicia Estate 1.3 GLi 5d (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheap to buy.
Costs
Very cheap to run. 40mpg+. Cheap parts, simple design.
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On the road
Driving
Handling safe, if not too grippy.
Performance
Performance adequate, if a bit noisy. More power wouldn't go amiss, but chassis may not like it!
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Living with it
Reliability
Only failed to start once. New battery fixed that.
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But I don't care…
Comfort
Not bad, but a bit noisy on a long fast run, and seats are a bit thin.
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Security and Service
Security
Has factory immobiliser. No-one has ever tried to steal it...
Service
Skoda dealers (when used) were good value and efficient. Car now serviced by independents.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Now at 95,000 miles and no problems.
Other
in 55,000 miles, apart from routine items it has needed 1 exhaust, 1 battery, 1 alternator and 1 thermoswitch. The battery and alternator were replaced under my used car warranty.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes