Skoda Octavia Hatchback (2004 - 2012) 1.9 TDI PD Ambiente 5d (2005/05) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Nothing. I'm not that superficial.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like it a lot.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. It represents great value, and is more reliable and performs better than people think.
What are you likely to buy next?
Undecided.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£6,900
When did you buy the car?
September 2008
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, ordered online and paid cash.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Reliability, price, performance, size.
What was the dealer like?
Reasonable.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Nice. comfortable, ample performance, bags of torque. Nippy in town, and cruises comfortably on the motorway.
What's it like to park?
Easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
No major faults, only minor niggles: gear linkage, electric door release switch, EGR valve.
What's most practical about your car?
Running costs, size, performance.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
