Skoda Octavia vRS (2005 - 2013) 2.0T FSI vRS Hatchback 5d (2009/09) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Value conscious, practical man.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Looks good, performs well! (after a drive).
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, though prices have increased it still offers a great balance of performance, economy, value & practicality.
What are you likely to buy next?
The estate version.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,500
When did you buy the car?
January 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Bought in January 2009 with car values generally hitting rock bottom, so great value.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
It offered an unbeatable balance of performance / practicality / economy / value!
What was the dealer like?
OK
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Great to drive, have taken to the track a couple of times and was lots of fun. Would recommend a track day to every owner.
What's it like to park?
Can be a bit tricky due to boot sticking out and not great visibility, but nothing too bad.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Not much beyond normal wear & tear, and certainly nothing too expensive, so pretty happy with reliability.
What's most practical about your car?
Cavernous boot.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Built in sat-nav.
